The B.C. government this morning announced it is disbursing nearly $4 million to equip and train volunteer and composite fire departments. Through the Community Emergency…
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Canal Flats home destroyed in early morning fire
At 1:54 a.m. Feb. 7, Canal Flats Fire Rescue (CFFR) was dispatched to a residential structure fire on Bailley Grohman Avenue. The occupant and pets…
Basin communities prepare for wildfire season
Columbia Basin Trust is supporting 32 projects to strengthen local wildfire readiness Wildfires are a recurring risk in the Columbia Basin, making local preparedness essential…
Canal Flats digs deep for 2025 Food Drive
Our heartfelt thanks to the wonderful community of Canal Flats for your generous contributions to the 2025 Food Drive. Your kindness and support make a…
Kootenay West Gypsum Mine nearing production
EAO seeks public comments on proposed move of rail loadout facility to Canal Flats After about six years of construction, a new gypsum mine is…
Restoration burn planned for Kootenay River Ranch
To help reduce the risk of wildfires, the BC Wildfire Service is supporting the Nature Conservancy of Canada in conducting a ecosystem restoration prescribed burn…
Restoration burn planned for Kootenay River Ranch
To help reduce the risk of wildfires, the BC Wildfire Service is supporting the Nature Conservancy of Canada in conducting a ecosystem restoration prescribed burn…
Columbia Valley RCMP Report
By Cpl. Jeff Witzke This past week, September 8 through September 14, Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 65 calls for service. Be mindful of wildlife…
Columbia Valley RCMP Report
By Cpl. Jeff Witzke This past week, September 1 through September 7, Columbia Valley RCMP responded to 75 calls for service. The following is a…
Flats Fest returns August 15 and 16
Since 2017, Flats Fest has been bringing the beats to the sunny south end of Columbia Lake in charming Village of Canal Flats. What started…