Skip to Main content

6.89°^C Vancouver

News Entertainment Sports Videos Podcast Contact Us

Aug 12, 2024 4:04 PM - The Canadian Press

Officials lift brief evacuation order for Valemount, B.C. ask fire risk eases

Share On

officials-lift-brief-evacuation-order-for-valemount-b-c-ask-fire-risk-eases

The Canoe Road wildfire was discovered on Saturday and was 0.08 square kilometres in size as of that evening.(Photo: The Canadian Press)

An evacuation order issued Saturday due to out-of-control wildfires south of Valemount, B.C., has been cancelled.

Residents in the Regional District of Fraser-Fort George and the Village of Valemount that were ordered to flee can return home.

Residents from properties east of Highway 5, south of 17th Ave, and north of the Canoe River were ordered to leave Saturday, and an evacuation alert is now in place for the Cedarside area meaning residents can remain home but should prepare for a potential order to evacuate.

Officials say they were able to cancel the order thanks to the fast action of BC Wildfire Service members who fought to contain the flames.

The Canoe Road wildfire was discovered on Saturday and was 0.08 square kilometres in size as of that evening.

Valemount is located about 230 kilometres northeast of Kamloops.

Latest news

AlbertaOct 28, 2026

Heavy Snowfall Warning for Edmonton, Up to 15 cm of Snow Expected

A special weather alert has been issued for Edmonton and surrounding communities in Central Alberta, with up to 15 centimetres of snow expected by Thursday morning. According to the warning, the first major snowfall of the season began Tuesday night and is expected to continue through Thursday morning. Snowfall overnight has already caused difficulties for commuters travelling to work early Wednesday. Drivers are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys and prepare for rapidly changing and deteriorating road conditions. Mainroad Alberta Contracting, which maintains approximately 4,

AlbertaOct 28, 2026

Jamie Dacosta Expected to Plead Guilty in Death Threat Case Against Mark Carney

Jamie Dacosta, who is accused of making death threats against Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, is expected to plead guilty. His defence lawyer has been instructed to arrange a sentencing date. A court appearance on Thursday is expected to set a date for the guilty plea and request a pre-sentence report. The 31-year-old faces several other charges, including extortion, criminal harassment, uttering death threats and property damage. Dacosta’s mother, Kathie Dacosta, says he has been struggling with serious mental and emotional health issues. He is currently being held at the Calgary Reman

lorne-doerkson-to-take-a-different-stance-from-poilievre-on-oil-tanker-ban

CanadaOct 28, 2026

Lorne Doerkson to Take a Different Stance from Poilievre on Oil Tanker Ban

B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson has signalled that he may take a different approach from federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre on the oil tanker ban along British Columbia’s northern coast. Poilievre recently called on the Carney government in the House of Commons to lift the ban. However, Doerkson has given a lukewarm response to the proposal, saying his main focus is the Pacific Link pipeline project, which has been declared a project of national interest by the federal government. The proposed pipeline would run from Alberta to Delta, B.C., and is expected to create significa

bank-of-canada-raises-interest-rate-to-2-50-for-first-time-since-july-2023

CanadaOct 28, 2026

Bank of Canada Raises Interest Rate to 2.50% for First Time Since July 2023

The Bank of Canada has raised its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 percentage points for the first time in three years, increasing it from 2.25% to 2.50%. Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem said the decision was aimed at keeping inflation under control amid economic pressures caused by a sharp rise in crude oil prices. The central bank had held its policy rate at 2.25% for seven consecutive decisions. Following the latest increase, mortgages, car loans and other commercial borrowing are expected to become more expensive, putting additional financial pressure on Canadians. Citing elevated oil

CanadaOct 28, 2026

U.S. Ambassador Warns Canada Could Face Fallout if Republicans Lose Midterms

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra has reportedly warned that Canada could be held responsible if President Donald Trump’s Republican Party loses the upcoming midterm elections. According to reports, Hoekstra hosted a private business lunch at his official residence in Ottawa on Tuesday, where he specifically mentioned border states such as Michigan and Maine. Republican victories in these states are considered important for the party’s efforts to maintain its Senate majority. Hoekstra reportedly told business leaders that if these states swing in favour of Democrats, Canada could fac

Related News

45-Year-Old Woman Dies After Being Hit by SUV in Vancouver

45-Year-Old Woman Dies After Being Hit by SUV in Vancouver

A 45-year-old woman has died after being struck by an SUV while crossing the street in Vancouver. According to police, the collision occurred around midnight on Sunday at a marked crosswalk at Main Street and National Avenue. The impact threw the woman approximately 30 metres away. Despite efforts by paramedics, she could not be saved. Police said it was dark and raining heavily at the time of the collision. The SUV driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. Investigators do not believe alcohol or drugs were factors in the incident. This marks the second pedestrian col

Environment Canada Issues Snowfall Warning for B.C. Interior

Environment Canada Issues Snowfall Warning for B.C. Interior

Environment Canada has issued a special weather warning for parts of British Columbia’s Interior, forecasting the first significant snowfall of the season. Snow is expected to begin late Tuesday evening in areas including Kamloops, 100 Mile House, the Thompson region and the Chilcotin, with accumulations of up to 10 centimetres possible in some areas. A separate snowfall warning has been issued for Highway 97 near Fort Nelson in northern B.C., where up to 25 centimetres of snow could fall by Wednesday afternoon. Environment Canada is urging drivers to remain alert for sudden reductions in vi

B.C. NDP to Choose Interim Leader This Week After David Eby’s Resignation

B.C. NDP to Choose Interim Leader This Week After David Eby’s Resignation

The B.C. NDP is preparing to select an interim leader this week following its crushing defeat in the provincial election and David Eby’s resignation. Eby stepped down as party leader on Saturday night, taking responsibility for the electoral loss, which saw the NDP lose 19 seats. Three names are reportedly leading the race to replace him: Adrian Dix, Bowinn Ma and Mike Farnworth. Whoever takes over will face the challenge of leading a disappointed and shaken caucus. The NDP’s new 28-member caucus is scheduled to meet for the first time on Thursday, when members are expected to decide on an

Legals

Journalism code of ethics

© 2021 AKASH Broadcasting Inc.

MANAGED BY STRATWIT

useful links

Accessibility Plan

Broadcasting Notice of Consultation

BC Children's Hospital