Emily Joveski
Emily Joveski is the provincial news reporter for Vista Radio, based in Victoria B.C. She has worked in radio for more than a decade, and was previously on the airwaves as a broadcaster for The Canadian Press in Toronto. When she's not at her desk, she might be found exploring Vancouver Island or loitering in a local book store.
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Heavy smoke expected across B.C. as wildfire season rages on
British Columbia wildfire officials say late-season heat waves and heavy smoke are signalling a longer and more challenging wildfire season extending into the fall.
No critical injuries after incident with B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter
Officials said there were no critical injuries after a B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter made a “forced landing” near Pemberton late Wednesday morning.
Union, industry leaders push for Canadian-built ferries as summit wraps
The head of a union representing close to 5,000 ferry workers in British Columbia says he is optimistic about the future of shipbuilding in the province after attending this week’s “Made in Canada” summit.
Smoke and heat blanket B.C. as late-summer heat records fall
Smoke and high temperatures are settling over large parts of British Columbia, just a week after the last record-breaking heat wave.
B.C. public service worker’s union plans to expand strike
Over 2,000 British Columbia public service workers chanted and marched on picket lines today demanding wages increases and fair access to telework.
B.C. receives first payout of $936M in landmark tobacco settlement
British Columbia has received its first payment as part of a major tobacco settlement with provinces, territories and former smokers.
B.C. sending 1,600 overdose prevention kits to post-secondary schools
The British Columbia government is distributing 1,600 naloxone kits to public post-secondary institutions in the province.
B.C. approves expansion at Mount Polley mine
British Columbia has approved an expansion project at the Mount Polley Mine, about 56 kilometres northeast of Williams Lake.
B.C. health officials urge parents to update children’s vaccinations ahead of school year
British Columbia’s deputy provincial health officer is urging parents to ensure their children are up to date on their vaccines as most kids prepare prepare to return to school next week.
B.C. drivers paying highest taxes on gas in Canada, says taxpayer group
A taxpayer advocacy group claims some British Columbians pay the highest taxes on gasoline in Canada.
B.C. opening thousands more seats for students this fall
The British Columbia government is promoting thousands of new seats ready for students this school year.
B.C. Hydro encourages energy conservation as temperatures soar
High temperatures that have blanketed parts of British Columbia this week are expected to cool gradually in the coming days.
Ottawa investing $22.7 for EV charging stations in B.C.
The federal government announced funding on Wednesday to install more than 480 electric vehicle charging stations in British Columbia.
More than $326M flowing to B.C. municipalities this year from federal infrastructure fund
The federal government is providing more than $326 million this year to British Columbia communities to help address infrastructure needs.
B.C. caps rent increases at 2.3 per cent in 2026
British Columbia is again tying maximum rent increases to inflation, capping increases at 2.3 per cent in 2026.
B.C. Conservatives call for clarity from Supreme Court of Canada on Cowichan title case
B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad wants Canada’s top court to weigh in on the recent decision in favour of the Cowichan Tribes' land and fishery claim in Richmond.
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Heavy smoke expected across B.C. as wildfire season rages on
British Columbia wildfire officials say late-season heat waves and heavy smoke are signalling a longer and more challenging wildfire season extending into the fall.
No critical injuries after incident with B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter
Officials said there were no critical injuries after a B.C. Wildfire Service helicopter made a “forced landing” near Pemberton late Wednesday morning.
Union, industry leaders push for Canadian-built ferries as summit wraps
The head of a union representing close to 5,000 ferry workers in British Columbia says he is optimistic about the future of shipbuilding in the province after attending this week’s “Made in Canada” summit.
Smoke and heat blanket B.C. as late-summer heat records fall
Smoke and high temperatures are settling over large parts of British Columbia, just a week after the last record-breaking heat wave.
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