January 30, 2026

Innovative Construction Delivers New Learning Spaces at Abbotsford Middle School

Students at Abbotsford Middle School are benefiting from a newly completed two- storey expansion that showcases innovative construction methods designed to deliver school capacity faster, more efficiently, and with minimal disruption.

As part of a provincial pilot led by the Ministry of Infrastructure, the $12 million expansion added eight new classrooms and created space for 200 additional students. The project demonstrates how alternative construction approaches can improve timelines and quality while meeting growing enrolment demands.

The expansion used exterior prefabricated concrete wall panels manufactured off-site and installed directly onto the building foundation. Panels were lifted into place by crane and welded to a steel frame, forming a strong and durable structure. Installation of the exterior walls was completed in just

two days, allowing the project to move from start to near completion in approximately nine and one- half months.

This construction approach enhances quality control, significantly shortens build timelines, and reduces disruption in an active school environment.

It highlights how provincial infrastructure investments can support the timely delivery of school facilities while addressing long-term capacity and community needs.

In addition to new classrooms, the expansion includes new corridors, student lockers, and upgraded HVAC systems to support a modern, comfortable learning environment.

“We are grateful for the Ministry’s investment in school infrastructure and for the opportunity to participate in this provincial pilot,” said Dr. Nathan Ngieng, Superintendent of Schools. “These investments allow us to deliver

high-quality learning spaces more efficiently, while minimizing disruption in active school environments and supporting long-term facility needs.”

The Abbotsford Middle School project is one of several recent ministry-funded capital investments in the district. Two additional school expansions at Auguston Traditional and Margaret Stenersen elementary schools added a combined 360 new student seats. These projects also enabled the creation of 226 new licensed childcare spaces, helping to support families and strengthen access to early learning across the community.

Located in the heart of the Fraser Valley, the Abbotsford School District encompasses 46 schools attended by over 20,000 students. Guided by the Board of Education’s strategic plan, the District is committed to fostering

student success, engaging opportunities, a progressive workforce, and the optimized use of resources to best serve our students, families, and community.

BC warns of increase in drug poisonings, shifts in unregulated supply

The BC Centre for Disease Control’s (BCCDC) Harm Reduction and Substance Use Services Team is warning the public of a recent increase in drug poisonings across BC. Novel substances in the unregulated drug supply are putting people who use substances at greater risk province-wide.

Opioids like fentanyl are now often mixed with medetomidine, a potent sedative used primarily by veterinarians, that can cause low heart rate (bradycardia), changes to blood pressure and prolonged sedation. It can also potentially make people feel very sleepy or go unconscious, increasing the risk of drug poisoning. As a response, BCCDC has issued a province-wide drug alert

BC has experienced high and increasing paramedic-attended overdoses in recent months. At the same time, detections of medetomidine have increased in drug checking samples and law enforcement seizures. Medetomidine was detected in 38 per cent of opioid samples tested by the BC Centre on Substance Use (BCCSU) in November 2025.

Non-fatal drug poisoning can cause brain injury from lack of oxygen and other harms. Even though the BC Coroners Service data shows that deaths are not increasing, the increase in non-fatal drug poisoning is a cause for serious concern.

Responding to a drug poisoning

If you are responding to a drug poisoning or overdose event:

Call 9-1-1

A drug poisoning or overdose is a medical emergency.

Stay with the person and follow instructions from the 9-1-1 call-taker.

Follow the SAVE ME steps to respond to an opioid poisoning (overdose).

Check for breathing and give breaths if the person is not breathing normally.

Brain injury can happen within minutes without oxygen. Giving breaths provides oxygen until the person can breathe on their own.

Use naloxone

Naloxone only works on opioids but is safe to give even if the overdose is caused by other substances like medetomidine, which is a non-opioid depressant. Since medetomidine is usually found with opioids, giving naloxone can restore breathing and will not cause harm.

If at any time there is no pulse, start CPR with rescue breathing and compressions.

Use an automated external defibrillator (AED) if available.

Safer substance use

If you use substances, there are things you can do to be safer:

The safest option is to avoid unregulated opioids, as they may contain medetomidine. Ask a health care provider about opioid agonist therapy (OAT) and use drug checking services.

Don’t use alone. Visit an overdose prevention site or take turns with a buddy

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Learn more

Visit Toward the Heart for additional resources, including:

Toxic drug alerts for BC

Training on how to use naloxone and respond to a drug poisoning

Visit HelpStartsHere.gov.bc.ca for mental health and substance use supports

Resources for harm reduction sites:

Responding to an overdose with prolonged sedation

Responding to low heart rate during opioid poisoning

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Supporting businesses to showcase clean-technology solutions at YVR

More technology companies are being supported to test dual-use clean-technology solutions at YVR, helping them showcase their capabilities to global customers.

“Supporting B.C. companies shows the world what they can do and the problems they can solve,” said Ravi Kahlon, B.C. Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth. “We’re helping businesses win first customers and get ready to export to new markets, moving us toward our goal to double exports to non-U.S. markets as part of our Look West plan. That means more good-paying jobs, lower environmental impacts, easier travel for people and communities, and prosperity for all British Columbians.”

Building on the government’s Look West commitments, three projects through B.C.’s Integrated Marketplace program are reducing emissions and improving efficiency at YVR.

Created by the Government of B.C. in partnership with PacifiCan and delivered by Innovate BC, the Integrated Marketplace helps B.C. companies test, deploy and scale their innovations in real-world environments, while de-risking technology adoption for partnering industry customers.

Tap-and-go EV charging

A project by Charza, which was provided $670,000 through the Integrated Marketplace, will integrate Charza’s tap-and-go EV charging system in multiple sites at YVR. The technology is expected to improve the airport’s ability to track and manage energy use. The system provides EV users with: real-time energy-usage tracking secure access

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Mobile grid-scale battery storage and EV charging

Holinova’s project, which was provided $200,000 through the Integrated Marketplace, will implement a grid-scale mobile battery-storage system and EV charging system at YVR. This technology will improve safety and energy efficiency.

“Innovate BC and the Integrated Marketplace were mission critical for us to bring new energy solutions to life,” said Greg Stanway, chief technology officer, Holinova, parent company of Charza. “Industry is always conservative and no one wants to be the first to shoulder risk. The support through the Integrated Marketplace made it possible to move from planning to reality, opening the door to the broader market at large.”

Greener loading for aircrafts

A collaborative project by Island Auto and Enedym, which was provided $350,000 through the Integrated Marketplace, will electrify belt loaders at YVR. The project will demonstrate:

an all-Canadian supply chain a scalable green belt-loader solution emission reductions for airport operations

“As the first and largest testbed under the Integrated Marketplace, we are thrilled to see projects advance and continue to be added at YVR,” said Albert van Veen, vice-president of innovation and chief information officer, YVR. “Our partnership with Innovate BC demonstrates the value of bringing innovation to life in a real-world setting, enabling us to leverage new technology in the delivery of reliable and resilient operations for our passengers and customers, while creating lasting value for our community and the economy that supports it.”

The projects support the Province’s Look West plan for jobs and industry, which outlines B.C.’s vision to deliver jobs and opportunities by strengthening the workforce to develop a more independent economy. Through Look West, the Province is working to invest in high-tech and emerging technologies, expanding market potential, while growing the economic value of tech sectors by 75% and doubling employment to 400,000. It includes delivering major projects quicker, diversifying markets and growing targeted sectors, such as technology, aerospace, marine, AI and quantum, life sciences, agriculture and construction innovation.

Mt. Milligan mine receives expansion permits

The Province has issued amendments to the Environmental Assessment Certificate, Mines Act permit and Environmental Management Act permit for Centerra Gold Inc. to expand the Mt. Milligan copper-gold mine near Fort St. James, extending mining operations by seven years to 2035.

“The Mt. Milligan mine expansion will ensure hundreds of good, familysupporting jobs are secure for years to come, while generating hundreds of millions of dollars in additional economic benefits for the region and beyond,” said Premier David Eby. “Our government expedited this priority project by creating efficiencies without compromising our high environmental and safety standards or our commitment to consultation with First Nations. We’re going to keep that momentum going as we continue to advance major projects and make B.C. the economic engine of the new Canadian economy.”

Supporting jobs at Mt. Milligan

The permits were expected to end in 2028. The new permits mean operations can continue through 2035. The mine expansion supports the existing 574 jobs and includes a projected capital expenditure of as much as $400 million.

The approved project includes an increased ore production rate from 60,000 tonnes per day to 66,500 tonnes per day.

“People in northern B.C. rely on good jobs and strong protections,” said Jagrup Brar, Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals. “This project shows

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Working in collaboration

The Environmental Assessment Office, the Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals, and the Ministry of Environment and Parks streamlined the project through a single, combined application, review and consultation process.

Improving timelines while maintaining strong standards

The aligned approach reduced duplication and improved review timelines while maintaining technical rigour and obligations to Indigenous right holders, with no changes to B.C.’s health, safety and environmental standards.

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A co-ordinated environmental assessment and permitting through a combined process can result in upwards of a 60% reduction in timelines compared to undertaking the environmental assessment and permitting processes separately.

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“Collaborating with other naturalresource ministries allows for a clearer review, not a lighter one. The refined review process will continue to provide strong environmental protections while supporting B.C.’s economic growth.”

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B.C. defines framework for measuring climate outcomes in forestry

To address a recommendation from the Office of the Auditor General of British Columbia, the Province has established a new method that measures how silviculture investments contribute to climate-change mitigation.

In response to Recommendation 1 from the auditor general’s report Ministry of Forests: Calculating Forest Carbon Projections, the chief forester has approved a new method to support consistent and transparent carbon projections for forest investment activities.

Actions on auditor general’s recommendations

When the auditor general’s report was released in March 2025, the two recommendations were accepted by the Ministry of Forests.

In August 2025, the Ministry of Forests addressed Recommendation 2, which defined a method for calculating forest

carbon projections for use in timber supply review modelling and used to determine the allowable annual cut.

The chief forester has approved a new method to support consistent and transparent carbon projections for forest investment activities. This marks the completion of the two recommendations made by the auditor general.

Silviculture involves sustainably managing the establishment, growth, health and quality of forests to support diverse values, such as wildlife habitat, water protection, timber production, recreation and climate. For example, underplanting in areas severely affected by wildfire rebuilds carbon stocks and adds diversity to a landscape dominated by slow, natural regeneration.

By ensuring use of seeds adapted to a warming climate, tree-breeding programs promote fast growth and long-term resilience.

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2026 Kia Sportage Plug -In Hybrid: Popular CUV Shines!

Review by Veeno Dewan.

The popular Kia Sportage compact CUV is a popular seller in Canada and therefore any new edition is eagerly awaited. For 2026 there is a mid-cycle refresh with a new “Starlight” exterior headlight design, new taillights and new front and rear fascia’s along with fresh wheel designs. Interior updates include dual 12.3-inch integrated screens for driver info and infotainment, a new two-spoke steering wheel, available 10-inch head-up display on the top tier versions, and over-the-air (OTA) updates are now available. Further technology options include Highway Assist Driving 2, Digital Key access with mobile app capability and more.

The Kia Sportage arrives in either a gasoline, hybrid (HEV), or PHEV version with multiple trim lines. The gasoline engine model uses a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that makes 187 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Kia Sportage Hybrid and PHEV is powered by a 1.6L turbocharged engine, two electric motors, and a 13.8 kWh lithium battery to produce a combined 268 horsepower output and 268 lb-ft of torque. A sixspeed automatic transmission with a rotary-style shifter and paddle shifters is standard in the hybrid variant

which has an AWD-only drivetrain.

The Sportage PHEV has a range of 55 km on all electric mode before the gas engine takes over. In terms of charging, the 13.8 kWh battery takes approximately 2 hours to replenish using a Level 2 home (240V) charger or about 11 hours using a standard Level 1 household outlet. DC fast charging (Level 3) is not supported.

The 2026 Kia Sportage gasoline versions starts with the LX with FWD at $31,995, and ends with the top tier X-Line Limited AWD at $45,245. The Hybrid Sportage starts at $38,145. The Hybrid Plug in Model lists for $46,245 for the EX AWD and ends at $52,745. Freight and PDI: is $2,100. As with all Kia’s, equipment levels remain very high. As standard on all models are heated front seats, Leather wrapped steering wheel, 17-inch wheels, LED headlamps, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Standard safety includes forward collision-avoidance assist, lane-follow assist, lane-keep assist, rear-occupant alert, and smart cruise control with stop-and-go capabilities. There is also Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear parking sensors. 360° Surround View Monitor and Remote Smart Park Assist are available on higher trims.

Interior features on mid -range models include: Heated and Ventilated Front Seats, Extended Panoramic Sunroof, Heated steering wheel and Dual-Zone Climate Control. Technology updates include: Wireless Phone Charger, Kia Connect: connected services and App features

Interior wise, the PHEV version offers good detailing around the cabin, with high quality plastics, gloss black, metal detailing, and premium textiles. The seats themselves are comfortable and supportive with decent bolstering. Interior room is good with more than adequate room to stretch out. At the rear an adjustable cargo floor can be set to two positions, the lower of which provides a maximum cargo space of 1,121 litres with the rear seats up and 2,098 litres with them folded flat.

On the road, the 2026 Sportage PHEV’s new bump in horsepower offers a combined gas/electric rating of 268 horsepower meaning performance is better with extra oomph from the electric motors to make the it more responsive and peppier. The electric motor obtains power from a 13.8 kWh battery pack. The ride proves to be relaxed and stable whether on the highway or around town and is agile enough for the cut and thrust of urban driving. The transition between the hybrid

electric motor and the gasoline engine is seamless. Steering is well-calibrated with good feel and direct feedback. The driver can select from four drive modes: Eco, Sport, Smart, and Snow (AWD-only). Few negatives here, it’s not the sportiest driving SUV, but is a competent, safe, and easy to drive.

The PHEV switches between gasoline, electricity, or a combination. Opt for Electric mode and you gain a rated 55 kilometres on electricity alone. Once that depletes, the system reverts to the gasoline engine. The PHEV offers decent NRCan fuel economy figures with 6.7 L/100 km in combined driving. 6.3 on the Highway and 6.7 in the City.

Downsides include some engine noise, scratch-prone piano black interior trims and the complicated HVAC controls. The hybrid models’ towing capacity is limited to 2,000 lbs. To sum up, the 2026 Kia Sportage PHEV offers great fuel economy, a roomy upscale cabin, and desirable features. Add to this Kia’s excellent warranty and the very good as standard equipment list and it is hard to beat. Highly recommended

2026 Kia Sportage Plug In Hybrid: Priced from $46,245 - $52,745 plus delivery and PDI.

More info at www.kia.ca

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Expanding mental-health, addiction supports for youth in B.C.

More youth in B.C. will benefit from increased access to mental-health and substance-use supports as Foundry centres expand service to Pemberton, West Kelowna, Summerland, 100 Mile House and Port McNeill.

“Young people face more pressure and stress every day, and it’s important they have a safe place to turn when life feels overwhelming,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “With the expansion of Foundry services into five smaller communities, youth will have easier access to the trusted mental-health services and programs Foundry provides. These new locations will help young people and their families access support closer to home.”

In these communities, young people between 12 and 24 and their caregivers will have access to free, confidential and low-barrier supports in person or by connecting virtually to their nearby Foundry centre. Foundry services include drop-in counselling, peer support, physical and sexual health care, access to groups and workshops, and support with education and employ-

ment. Service availability at each new space may vary and will be determined alongside youth and families to reflect community needs.

“Providing more young people with confidential, same-day access to mental-health and substance-use supports within small communities will ensure that youth experiencing challenges can easily connect to supports when they need it,” said Amna Shah, parliamentary secretary for mental health and addictions. “Expanding Foundry services in smaller communities is an important part of the work we are doing to ensure more young people feel seen, supported and cared for in their own communities.”

Helping more youth in B.C.

Once established, each new location will operate within an existing community space and be an extension of a Foundry centre in a neighbouring city or town. The same local organization connected to the neighbouring Foundry centre will be operating services at the new location to ensure consistency in programs and services.

Pemberton: Operated by Sea to Sky Community Services and connected to Foundry Sea to Sky

West Kelowna: Operated by the Canadian Mental Health Association Kelowna and connected to Foundry Kelowna

Summerland: Operated by OneSky Community Services and connected to Foundry Penticton

100 Mile House: Operated by Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre and connected to Foundry Cariboo Chilcotin

Port McNeill: Operated by North Island Crisis and Counselling Centre Society and connected to Foundry Port Hardy.

The Province is providing $1.7 million to Foundry centres to expand service availability in nearby communities, and annual funding toward operations and service delivery to ensure young people have the support they need when they need it.

"Foundry Sea to Sky has been a place where I felt supported during a time when accessing help felt overwhelming,” said Catie Filippelli, youth participant, Foundry Sea to Sky. “Having youth-centred services in one welcoming space made it easier to reach out and stay connected.”

The Province is committed to expanding Foundry services throughout B.C. Enhancing supports for youth living with mental-health and substance-use challenges is an integral part of creating a seamless continuum of care for people in B.C.

There are 19 Foundry centres in operation in communities throughout the province: Vancouver-Granville, North Shore (North Vancouver), Campbell River, Abbotsford, Ridge Meadows, Kelowna, Prince George, Victoria, Penticton, Terrace, Burns Lake, Comox Valley, Langley, Richmond, Cariboo-Chilcotin (Williams Lake), Sea to Sky (Squamish), Port Hardy, Surrey Central and East Kootenay (Cranbrook).

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Canada’s western, northern regions to develop a shared critical minerals strategy

Western Canada’s provinces and territories have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), which aims to unlock Canada’s potential as a global leader in critical minerals by leveraging regional strengths and aligning infrastructure investments.

“Western Canada is rich in critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper and rare earths, which are crucial for clean energy, advanced technology and defence applications,” said Jagrup Brar, B.C. Minister of Mining and Critical Minerals. “There’s a generational opportunity beneath our

feet. Together, we can advance a robust critical mineral value chain in Western and Northern Canada that accesses new export markets, increases trade opportunities, creates jobs and brings in investment across the region.”

Brar joined other western and northern Canadian ministers responsible for critical minerals at a first-ever inperson summit meeting in Vancouver. The summit included presentations and a roundtable discussion, featuring industry, investment and Indigenous leaders. The sessions closed with the ministers signing an agreement to col-

laborate on a unified critical mineral strategy.

MOU to jointly advance a Western Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy

The MOU, signed Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, establishes a framework for cooperation toward a Western Canadian Critical Minerals Strategy to:

promote Western Canada as a global hub for critical minerals innovation and sustainable development; prioritize regional critical mineral hubs; and

identify the infrastructure planning and investment needed to maximize mineral extraction, processing and export capacity.

Participating provinces and territories have committed to advance reconciliation and create opportunities for Indigenous leadership partnership, participation and/or ownership in critical minerals development. The final strategy is expected to be published in line with the 2026 Energy and Mining Ministers Conference in June.

Strengthening provincial response to extortion violence

In response to extortion shootings and gang violence, the Province is expanding the Provincial Forensic Firearms Lab, which plays a crucial role in supporting police investigations related to organized crime, gangs and gun-related violence.

“We are ensuring that police have the tools, resources and intelligence support they need to hold these offenders accountable,” said Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “Expanding the capacity of the Provincial Forensic Firearms Lab

will enable police to prioritize forensic testing of weapons in critical criminal files, helping accelerate extortion and other criminal-related charge approvals.”

Demand for the services provided by the lab is increasing. More than $600,000 in new funding will improve efficiency and assist in the timely delivery of forensic results, which will help police agencies throughout B.C. reduce gun violence and hold violent offenders accountable more quickly.

The Provincial Forensic Firearms Lab allows police to analyze weapons used in criminal activities and seized by police, helping investigators in their efforts to identify and arrest suspects.

With increased demand has come the need for the lab to have a larger space.

The expanded lab will be able to prioritize forensic testing of crucial investigative files and expedite extortion-related charge approvals, while

producing provincewide data on guns used in criminal activity to support intelligence-led policing strategies. The funding, through the federal Gun and Gangs Violence Action fund and administered by the Province, includes money for overtime costs at the lab. This investment builds on government’s ongoing efforts to address extortion and organized crime by reinforcing initiatives underway and bolstering support in key areas, such as enforcement, community awareness and prevention.

Improving same-day care for rural, remote communities

Since it opened on May 21, 2025, the Elkford urgent and primary care centre (UPCC) has helped approximately 1,500 people living in and around Elkford get primary care.

“For people in the Elk Valley, getting health care can mean long drives and tough winter travel,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health. “The Elkford UPCC helps make sure residents can get timely, urgent primary care closer to home, without having to leave the valley. It’s about recognizing the realities of rural life and making care more accessible for people who live and work here.”

As of December 2025, 6.6 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff have been hired at the Elkford UPCC and are providing primary care to their community. Once

fully operational, the UPCC will have a clinical staff of approximately 8.75 FTE health-care workers, including:

people who need support for their primary health care needs within 12 to 24 hours, but do not require an emergency department. Conditions such as sprains, cuts, high fevers and minor infections are appropriate for same-day care at the UPCC. This support is available for those with or without a family doctor.

A new family physician is slated to join the Elkford UPCC in March 2026. Better care options for people in rural B.C. The UPCC is located in the Elkford Health Centre building at 212 Alpine Way. It provides both longitudinal primary care and urgent, same-day access for

“By bringing UPCC services into the Elkford Health Centre, residents can count on timely care from a dedicated team of primary care providers and allied health professionals right in their community,” said Sylvia Weir, president and CEO, Interior Health. “With daily hours, seven days a week, and options for both booked and walk-in visits, people can rely on support for a range of health concerns and urgent needs.”

Connecting with community care

The UPCC is open seven days a week, from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Monday to Friday and from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on weekends and statutory holidays. Patients can book an in-person appointment at the UPCC by phoning 250-865-2247. In-person, walk-in appointments and virtual-care options are also available. As part of B.C.’s Primary Care Strategy, which is bringing more team-based primary-care services to people in B.C., the Ministry of Health has committed almost $2 million in annual operating costs for Elkford UPCC as well as one-time funding of $75,000 for start-up costs. The total capital cost of the project is $475,000, with the Ministry of Infrastructure funding $285,000 and the Kootenay East Regional Hospital District funding $190,000.

Provincial Forensic Firearms Lab expansion

Groundbreaking equipment arrives at MMH

A groundbreaking piece of equipment has just arrived in Mission Memorial Hospital (MMH) thanks to a joint initiative between the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, Mission Health Care Auxiliary, the community of Mission, and Fraser Health.

The idea was sparked by recently retired Mission doctor and former site director of MMH, Andrew Edelson, who learned about the device from a Doctors of BC publication. He thought the opportunity was “too good to pass up” and immediately contacted the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation to gain their support in finding funding.

“I’m very excited about it. Everyone I’ve talked to thinks it is great. Healthcare workers are thrilled. This is groundbreaking for Mission and for Fraser Health.”

The ALTA Platform is a robotic patient transfer device that utilizes artificial intelligence to help move a patient from one platform to another (stretcher to bed or imaging table, bed to stretcher, etc.)

From the manufacturer:

The ALTA Platform® (ALTA) is a category defining product that transfers and transports patients autonomously. Lateral patient transfers (moving nonambulatory patients between beds, stretchers, tables etc.) are the most labour intensive task for front-line healthcare staff and is a leading cause of injury. While today it can take anywhere

from 2-8 staff, the ALTA leverages robotic technology to conduct the same transfers effortlessly. The intelligent device also includes features such as the SmartMoov™ augmented driving suite that integrates LIDAR with haptic touch sensitive inputs to effortlessly transport patients.

Developed by Canadian company Able Innovations, the ALTA is designed and manufactured in Canada. Mission is one of the first hospitals in BC to purchase one. It is the second hospital in BC to have the device, and the first small community hospital in the world to have one.

“Imagine you have an elderly or injured patient laying on their back,” says Dr. Edelson.

“Perhaps they have broken limbs or had a stroke. You need to move them from a stretcher to an x-ray table and then into their bed. You need 2-4 attendants to move them across a 4-6 foot space. There is potential for staff back injury, not to mention jostling the patient and causing pain. The ALTA will improve patient safety during transfer, improve patient comfort, dignity, and stability of their injury, meaning less pain. The equipment will also benefit staff, by pulling less staff away from other duties each time a patient needs to be transferred. It should significantly reduce injury rate, and decrease staff work days lost to injury. It should make the job of staff easier and faster and will soon pay for itself.”

Alice Campbell, President of Mission Health Care Auxiliary, says they were able to fund the equipment from money raised at The Cottage Thrift Store and MMH gift shop, both run by Auxiliary volunteers. "It is important for the public to know how the items they donate to The Cottage Thrift Store end up benefitting the community."

“This has been a team effort,” says Dr. Edelson. “I heard of this piece of equipment as a member of the community, got support from Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, and received funding from the Mission Heath Care Auxiliary, all with the support of Fraser Health."

“As our rural communities are confronted with diminishing labour pool in the face of increasing demand for

healthcare, our rural facilities need do more with less,” says Jayiesh Singh, CEO of Able Innovations.

“By adopting the ALTA Platform, Mission Memorial is setting an example for how community healthcare can lead the way and address challenges through automation and robotics. Rural facilities face immense and growing challenges. With the ALTA we hope to play our part in providing sustainability by empowering front-line staff while creating efficiency and providing enhanced overall experience for patients.”

To support Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation in raising more funds for critically important medical equipment in the Eastern Fraser Valley please visit https://www.fvhcf.ca/donate/

Increasing B.C.’s electricity supply with new clean-energy proposals

British Columbia is entering a new era of clean-energy investment, marked by the strong response to BC Hydro’s 2025 call for power.

“Clean electricity is the backbone of B.C.’s economy,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions.

“By partnering with First Nations and industry, we’re not just delivering power – we’re driving sustainable growth, creating thousands of jobs and building the infrastructure that will keep our province competitive for decades to come.”

Following the success of the 2024 call for power, which secured 10 electricitypurchase agreements for clean and renewable projects capable of powering 500,000 homes, BC Hydro launched a second call for power in July 2025 to

acquire as much as 5,000 gigawatt hours of clean or renewable electricity projects.

BC Hydro received proposals for nearly two times more energy than it was targeting. Independent power producers throughout B.C. submitted 14 proposals totaling more than 9,100 gigawatts hours per year, enough to power about 900,000 homes annually, as well as capacity of more than 3,000 megawatts.

“The level of interest that we’ve received shows that B.C. is ready to lead the next wave of clean-energy development,” said Charlotte Mitha, president and CEO, BC Hydro. “These projects will play a key role in delivering the reliable, affordable and clean electricity our province needs to drive economic growth and strengthen communities.”

The proposals represent a mix of technologies and regional participation: 13 wind projects and one solar project, with five proposals from the southern Interior, two from the central Interior, four from the North Coast and three from the Peace region. With no maximum size cap in this call, unlike the 2024 call for power that limited projects to 200 megawatts, 10 proposals exceed 200 megawatts, ranging overall from 63 to 496 megawatts.

Like the 2024 call for power that delivered majority First Nations ownership for nearly every project and as much as $3 billion in equity ownership for First Nations partners, the 2025 call for power is also designed to ensure First Nations play a central role in the province’s clean-energy future. All projects include

a minimum 25% equity ownership for First Nations partners.

Similar to 2024, Canada Infrastructure Bank continues to support First Nations as active participants in British Columbia’s clean-energy transition by providing access to competitive financing in the 2025 call for power.

BC Hydro will evaluate proposals and award electricity-purchase agreements in the coming months. Projects could begin coming online as early as fall 2031, with all projects in service by October 2033. The 2025 call for power is expected to unlock as much as $6 billion in private investment and create as many as 1,500 jobs annually during development and construction, supporting clean economic growth, strengthening local economies and advancing reconciliation.

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Indian Consulate

in Vancouver

Marks

77th Republic Day with Flag Hoisting and Community Participation

On 26th January 2026, Consulate General of India, Vancouver celebrated the 77th Republic Day at the Con-

sulate’s premises. On the occasion, Consul General Masakui Rungsung unfurled the tricolour, followed by the singing of the National Anthem, and read out Hon’ble President of India’s address to the nation delivered on the eve of the 77th Republic Day. The event was attended by the Indian armed forces veterans living in Vancouver area including the representatives of the Indian Ex-Servicemen Society of British Columbia and several members of Indian and diaspora community, apart from Consulate officers, staff members and their families.

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3 terms you need to know about tenant insurance

In the excitement of renting a new place, there's one aspect that often gets overlooked during the moving process: tenant insurance. While your landlord’s insurance only covers the building and the assets that they own, tenant insurance is the smart choice to protect yourself and your belongings in the event of a covered accident.

Here are three terms to understand when shopping for tenant insurance:

Personal belongings: Tenant insurance can protect your personal belongings, such as furniture, electronics and clothing, from risks like theft, fire or water damage.

Liability coverage: In case someone gets injured while on the property you rent. For example, if a guest trips and falls in your apartment, your tenant insurance can help cover legal expenses and medical costs.

Additional living expenses: If the rental property becomes uninhabitable due to a covered event, tenant insurance may cover the cost of temporary living arrangements, like staying in a hotel.

If you don’t know where to begin, start by taking inventory of everything you own to understand the true value of your possessions. Your insurer will require this list in case you have to make a claim. Some make it easy— for instance, Belairdirect has a simple inventory list online that tenants can use to help you get started.

As your circumstances change, your tenant insurance policy may need updating as well. Remember to notify your insurance provider in the loop when you’ve moved or made a large purchase for your home to ensure you're properly protected. By understanding what's covered, you can protect both your possessions and peace of mind.

Launching mental-health screening tool to support people in crisis

Police agencies, health-care providers and people in crisis on South Vancouver Island will benefit from the launch of HealthIM, a digital public-safety tool to support officers’ responses to people in crisis.

“HealthIM has proven to be a valuable asset to help police officers safely and effectively de-escalate complex situations by promoting safer interactions with people in crisis,” said Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “Our government will continue to make meaningful investments to support law enforcement in responding to a mental-health or substance-use emergency. I am pleased to see this initiative being implemented in police departments across South Vancouver Island.”

Strengthening mental-health police response

HealthIM is a digital public-safety system to improve emergency police response in mental-health and addiction crisis situations, increasing safety for

first responders, health-care providers and the person in crisis. By facilitating better communication, HealthIM aims to help officers gain insight into the factors behind a person’s behaviour, leading to more informed and compassionate interactions.

“When someone is in crisis, being met with understanding and compassion can make a big difference,” said Josie Osborne, Minister of Health.

“HealthIM is a collaborative and coordinated approach that helps police officers work with health-care professionals to make assessments and respond faster with more information to better support a person in need. This innovative tool will save lives and is an important step to building a more compassionate, responsive and integrated mental-health and substance-use care system.”

Benefits of HealthIM

The responding officer is guided through a series of questions using HealthIM to help facilitate a better

assessment of the person in crisis. The system also improves communication with health-care partners by using consistent clinical language and provides critical information to doctors and nurses immediately. Other benefits include:

the assessment of risk of harm to self or others, which helps determine the best way that person can receive help

provides specific safety and de-escalation information about the person to facilitate a trauma-informed response, leading to better outcomes

alerts health-care partners to incoming people escorted by emergency responders and flags instances of weapon possession and/or violent behaviour

a risk of harm-analysis history can be developed over time, providing insight into how to assist those with previous police interactions

Working with community partners

As part of its commitment to building safer communities, the B.C. govern-

ment provides $2 million annually to the BC Association of Chiefs of Police to support the rollout of HealthIM in municipal police departments and RCMP detachments throughout the province. In partnership with Victoria General and Royal Jubilee hospitals, HealthIM launched in Central Saanich, Oak Bay, Saanich and Victoria on Dec. 16, 2025, and will be available to surrounding RCMP detachments in the coming months, ensuring that individuals in crisis receive timely and appropriate care.

“HealthIM is changing how British Columbia responds to mental-health crises,” said Deputy Chief Andrew Chan, president, BC Association of Chiefs of Police. “The south Island launch marks a critical step toward a co-ordinated, provincewide system where police and health care operate from the same information in real time. This shared approach strengthens public safety, reduces system strain and ensures people in crisis are connected to the right care more quickly and consistently across the province.”

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The Full Moon this week occurs in your sign. If there is any time to be noticed for something, it is now. The position you might want to take when it comes to any situation will be made quite clear by you. This won’t necessarily fit in with what others might want or expect, generating the need for them to reconsider.

You could suddenly begin to realise that somebody else isn’t planning to be as agreeable as you have presumed. This may make you wonder about exactly what might be building up behind the scenes that might prove difficult. Focus on what gives you greatest enjoyment and any decisions you need to make in these directions.

Something you have been putting your energy into over the last 2 weeks might now require some rethinking, especially if you feel certain obligations take up too much of your time and might be better dropped. Look at this as a first stage up to late October. Developing greater personal freedom in the long term will be important.

What is possible in the long term could become clearer, making you realise that what once seemed important might need to be rethought. This could be as a result of what someone else now wants or expects. You must not put your wishes to one side as there is the opportunity to fulfil those eventually, even if it is not obvious right now.

There can be much to enjoy this week though there will be other situations that will provide some challenges. You need to be creative with thinking or decision making to late October, especially if you are being put under pressure when it comes to the expectations of somebody else. Your focus will be to bring something to an end.

Don’t hesitate to either challenge or bring something to an end with somebody else if this will generate greater peace, balance or harmony to you on a personal level. This could bring some surprising things to the surface that you didn’t expect, making it necessary to rethink, to late September, the decisions you should make.

Your focus will move to finances to late September and this can have some sort of new beginnings attached, though this is a first stage. There could be final details you need to sort out so that you will be in a good position to handle any increase in responsibilities. The true position of somebody else could become more obvious.

Somebody else could become surprisingly generous, which you might find hard to trust. When it comes to any definite decision making you need to take your time to late September. Matters will require careful contemplation especially in any situations where you need to scale back obligations rather than take new ones on.

You could come to the realisation, from now to late September, that it is better to scale down ideas you might have had late July to mid August to be able to take these things into the future successfully. Others might have bigger ambitions but you can be happier with small steps, allowing you to have a feeling of better control.

You are in a position to late Sep- tember to contemplate future plans and possibilities that you may have wanted from late July to mid August but could not finalise. You have the opportunity to engage with others and get a response. This could also have a lot to do with leaving the past behind up to 20th November so you can move on with a new life direction.

Something you thought had become evident since mid August where someone else’s decision making is concerned could again become more unknown to late September. It could be that they need to withdraw to make final decisions. These could involve taking your priorities into account as well as generating some sort of pleasure in life.

Interactions with other people can be pleasant on one hand but challenging on another when it comes to any situation where personal commitment from you is expected. What should be aimed for in the long term can be communicated to late September, though this is a first stage. Winding things up is part of the process.

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Many Canadians won’t wait for winter to wind down to tackle a major cleaning. It can give a real feeling of a fresh start and a sense of ownership and pride in your space. Whenever you get around to deep cleaning your home, here are some safety tips to keep in mind:

Read and follow safety instructions

Many cleaning products--even some labelled eco-friendly or organic--contain ingredients that can harm your health if not used properly. Always read the label before using a new cleaning product to be aware of the hazards and understand

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Cleaning tips for a healthy home

the precautions you should take during use. Never mix different cleaning products together. Combining bleach with ammonia, for example, can create a toxic gas.

Learn the hazard symbols

Hazardous cleaning products include safety information on the label. Look for hazard symbols on the front of the product to give you information about the danger.

There are three types of hazard labels you should know about:

A flame: the product is flammable

Skull and crossbones: the contents are poisonous

A bony hand: the product is corrosive.

The frame of the hazard symbol is also important:

A triangle: symbolizes that it is the container that is dangerous

An octagon: symbolizes that the contents inside are dangerous Safe storage

Always leave cleaning products in their original containers so everyone can read the safety information on the label. If you have young children in the house, all cleaning products should be stored in a locked cupboard or on a high shelf that’s out of their reach.

By taking some simple steps, you can enjoy a sparkling clean living space and keep yourself safer. Find more safety information at canada.ca/healthy-home.

Youth Mental Health: What Families Can Watch For

Youth mental health is not only a school issue. It starts at home, shows up in classrooms, group chats, and touches the wider community. Health Canada tracks how young people are doing through its Positive Mental Health framework and a national youth data tool. The message across those resources is steady: anxiety and low mood are common, strong supports help, and early attention makes a difference.

Anxiety often arrives first. In younger children it can look like morning stomach aches, tears at drop-off, or sudden fear of ordinary routines. In older kids and teens, it can look like irritability, perfectionism, avoiding friends, or a mind that will not settle at night. Start with basics. Keep sleep regular. Build a simple wind-down routine. Try predictable mornings. If worry blocks school, activities, or sleep most days for a couple of weeks, call your family doctor or nurse practitioner and ask about next steps. That is exactly the sort of early, practical support Health Canada’s youth overview encourages.

Depression can be quiet or loud. Some teens feel flat and tired all day while others sleep far more or far less, stop caring about hobbies, or find schoolwork hard to start and harder to finish. Grades begin to decline. Their level of appetite changes. Teens will not say “I am sad.” Instead, they may say “I feel

empty.” When you begin to see these changes for prolonged periods it may be time to involve your primary-care team and the school. The national framework repeats what families and clinicians see every day: steady support at home and timely care improve outcomes.

Not every behaviour problem is the child “acting out.” Attention and learning differences can be a cause of the child’s struggle. A child who cannot sit still or finish tasks often feels ashamed and then frustrated. A teen who misses social cues may get isolated. Ask teachers what they notice in the classroom. If attention, learning, or autism traits are suspected, an assessment can unlock classroom supports. The goal is not a label. The goal is the right help, which fits squarely with positive mental health promotion.

Bullying and mental health travel together. Harm at school or online can trigger anxiety or low mood, and it can make existing problems worse. Watch for missing items, unexplained bruises, school avoidance, secrecy around phones, or late-night messages that leave a child upset. If your child tells you they are being bullied, listen to them. Keep a simple record with dates and screenshots. Meet the teacher or principal early, agree on a plan, and follow up in writing so everyone knows the next steps. Pink Shirt Day

is on February 25 this year. Wear pink. Talk about kindness. It is an important reminder to take a stand against bullying and promoting inclusivity and kindness.

What helps at home is often small and steady. Keep devices out of bedrooms overnight. Share a meal when you can. Plan one brief, enjoyable activity with your child each day. Go for a walk or cook their favourite meal together. Model the habits you ask of your child, like pausing doomscrolling or setting app timers. Health Canada’s positive mental health work highlights connection and coping skills as protective factors. Your daily routine builds both.

Families often ask when to seek care. Reach out if worry or low mood lasts most days for two weeks, if their schooling is affected, if sleep or appetite change a lot, or if you hear talk about not wanting to be here. If safety is a concern, remove access to harmful items, stay close, and contact your family doctor, urgent care, emergency

services, or a crisis line the same day. Trust your instincts. It is better to be told “they are okay” than to wait and worry.

School and clinic teams are part of the solution. Ask who handles bullying reports, how cyberbullying is addressed, and how a student will be supported after time away. Many primary-care clinics work in teams that can include a doctor, nurse, social worker, counselor, or pharmacist. If your clinic has a mental-health navigator, they can point you to local programs, youth groups, and counseling options that fit your family.

This Pink Shirt Day, remember to wear pink and tell your child why you are wearing it. It is not only a shirt. It is a promise that classrooms, buses, and chats should feel safe, and that adults will act when they do not. If concerns are building today, call your clinic and say, “I am worried about my child’s mood and school stress.” That one sentence opens the door to care.

Mithila's robust work ethics JAHNVI on self-worth

Actor Jahnvi Kapoor recently opened up about self-worth, external validation and the gradual evolution of her confidence as an artiste. Reflecting on her professional journey, she shared that true belief begins from within, not from how others perceive or treat you. According to Jahnvi, walking into any room or work environment requires an inner decision to trust yourself first, because once selfbelief is established, everything else naturally follows. She explained that her focus today is not on whether respect comes from the outside, but on doing her work with sincerity, dedication and hard work. Knowing her craft and being prepared on set, she believes, ultimately earns respect organically. The Dhadak actor admitted that fame came easily to her because of her family background, which meant attention, both positive and negative, was never lacking. However, she confessed that for a long time she waited for external affirmation, hoping someone would acknowledge her efforts or validate her talent. That mindset changed when she began prioritising herself. She realised that no one else is responsible for recognising her worth. Until one acknowledges their own skills and contributions, others cannot be expected to do it for them. Jahnvi’s reflections underline a deeper psychological truth, particularly relevant for women, about reclaiming self-respect, trusting one’s abilities and granting oneself the validation often sought from the world.

Actress Mithila Palkar, who is receiving a lot of positive response to her work in the recently released film Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos, has said that she is a director's actor, and likes to fully surrender to the director's vision. The actress spoke with this agency during the promotions of the film, and said that she believes in being in the moment to deliver the best. She said, "I think that I am a director's actor. I surrender myself to the script, to my directors because it's their vision.

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has officially announced the release date of his upcoming film King, with an announcement video that comes packed with a powerful punch. Takingto his social media account, the actor unveiled striking visuals from the film while confirming that King will "roar" into cinemas on December 24, 2026. The first visual in the announcement video features the bold title ROAR set against a dramatic backdrop. Another frame carries the impactful line, "This Christmas, fear wears the crown," hints at that further the film's larger-than-life scale, making it more intriguing. In the video, Shah Rukh Khan is seen exuding dominance, with his rugged look in a torn white shirt and face splashed in blood. Sharing the post, the actor wrote on his "KING is Ready to ROAR on 24.12.2026 in Cinemas.ItsKingTime KingDateAnnouncement". On Shah Rukh Khan's 60th birthday in November, last year, the makers of King had unveiled the captivating title video from the forthcoming drama. The clip opened with a bird's-eye view of an island facility. SRK's voiceover could be heard perfectly synced with the high-octane action sequences.

King also stars Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan's daughter Suhana Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat.

And then whatever I can do with it is what I do. But I try to become one with the character. What was tough was to hurl expletives in the film. But beyond that, I feel like I have never slapped anyone like that ever in life. And I don't think that instinct comes naturally to me at all. So that was very, very challenging. And to slap Vir Das, and then not feel guilty about it immediately because I have to remember that I am playing the character, not Mithila".

Bhumi on impact of trolling

Bhumi Pednekar has candidly opened up about the emotional toll of online trolling following the release of The Royals, revealing that the backlash led her to step away from film sets for nearly nine months. In a recent interview, the actor shared that the experience forced her to confront difficult personal and professional questions, ultimately prompting a quiet but firm break from acting. Bhumi said the period after the show's release was marked by intense trolling and bot-driven criticism, alongside some constructive feedback. The noise pushed her to take drastic decisions in 2025, one of which was taking a break she chose not to publicly announce. Admitting she was emotionally exhausted, Bhumi said she had lost clarity about who she was as both an actor and a person, and needed distance to regain perspective. Emphasising that the decision was entirely voluntary, she clarified she hadn't been on a set since June and described the break as the best choice she's made for herself. Bhumi also distanced herself from the industry, returning signing amounts, declining films, award shows, and fashion events

to truly disconnect.

During this time, she focused on self-reflection: reading, travelling, watching films, and even pursuing a course at Harvard University. Now recentred, Bhumi is preparing for her upcoming show Daldal, which premieres on Amazon Prime Video January 30, 2026.

Dia flags safety gaps for girls

On the occasion of National Girl Child Day and National Tourism Day, actor, producer, and UN Goodwill Ambassador Dia Mirza drew attention to the growing safety concerns faced by girls and women in public spaces, calling for urgent, gender-responsive action. a powerful statement, highlighted how freedom of movement remains deeply unequal, stressing that progress in tourism and urban development cannot be celebrated unless girls feel safe to move independently. Through Mirza Underscoring the long-term impact of safety on confidence and opportunity. Mirza said, "A girl who feels safe enough to travel independently today becomes the woman who will move through the world with confidence tomorrow. And yet, for far too many of our girls, public spaces come with a 'safety tax' a price paid in fear, in lost time, in constantly calculating routes, clothes, hours... and in dreams that quietly shrink before they even take flight."

Reflecting on the significance of the two national observances, she further added, "As I mark National Girl Child Day and National Tourism Day, I feel this truth deeply: we cannot celebrate movement, exploration, and freedom while so many girls are still navigating the gap between mobility and fear."

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Executive Presence Luncheon

Encourages Leaders to “Stress Wisely”

and leadership event.

Globally recognized educational behaviorist, speaker, and scholar Dr. Robyne HanleyDafoe will be the featured guest speaker at Executive Presence: Stress Wisely on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

Known for making life make sense, Dr. Hanley-Dafoe blends rigorous research, real-world wisdom, and her own lived experience to help audiences rethink their relationship with stress. A mother of three, high school dropout turned professor, author, and accident survivor, she brings a credible perspective to understanding how stress impacts performance, decision-making, and well-being. Her engaging and relatable approach equips audiences with practical, actionable strategies to harness stress as an ally that supports clarity under pressure, sustainable per -

Attendees are invited to arrive early to connect with exhibitors from a variety of local businesses and enjoy a custom plated lunch. All guests will receive a small gift from Checkers Premium Fudge and be entered into a grand prize draw from HelloFresh Canada, valued at $1,000, for three months of curated meal kits made with fresh, quality ingredients, designed to make dinnertime easy, exciting, and stress-free.

formance, and the ability to lead well in complex environments.

This is the fifth year that local community event planner and Abbotsford City Councillor Patricia Driessen has organized the luncheon. “Stress is something we all carry, especially as leaders,” said Driessen. “This event is about learning how to work with stress more intentionally so we can lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Dr. Hanley-Dafoe brings a powerful message that is both deeply human and highly practical.”

In the spirit of the International Women’s Day 2026 theme #GiveToGain, partial proceeds from the event will support the Abbotsford Hospice and Grief Support Society, helping ensure compassionate end-of-life care and grief support for individuals and families in our community.

The event will once again be emceed by media personality Nira Arora, with Wonder Women Society serving as presenting sponsor. The Society champions initiatives that empowers women, strengthen communities, and supports initiatives that create lasting, meaningful impact.

Executive Presence: Stress Wisely will take place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre, with doors opening at 11:00 a.m. Early bird tickets can be purchased until January 31st at: www.patriciadriessen.com/event

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