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You need to wear the right type of mask, and to wear it properly, to ward off wildfire smoke. That’s the message from the experts. Here’s a summary of their advice. If you’re going to wear a mask, look for ones that are labelled NIOSH N95 or P100.

B.C. Ferries vehicle numbers hit a record and passenger figures were the highest in two decades during the first three months of the company’s fiscal year. However, net earnings slid to $6 million for the three months ending June 30 from $17.

The once tranquil natural paradise now hosts a procession line of hikers, whose cars overflow from the designated parking lot.

Crews cleaned up the mess on Monday

However, academics say if particulates clog leaf pores, it could stifle photosynthesis

Wildfire smoke will not affect the gondola’s operations

First two items expected to be finished before school starts

Yikes. It definitely not as polite a way to inform the public about the air quality as Environment Canada employs, but it packs a pretty powerful punch.

Recently-released report serves as a guide for Indigenous trappers

The university say they can’t confirm if any students attending are from area