A retired couple in Grand Forks, B.C., is rebuilding from ashes yet again — after escaping fire and losing all of their belongings not once, but twice, in 2025. “Another fire.”The fire at Johnny’s Motel displaced the Days for the second time this year, along with the short-term and long-term residents from four other units. The Days' home was located prominently in Grand Forks. After staying with their friend for a few days, the Days moved into Johnny’s Motel, which she says they absolutely loved. Several units from Johnny's Motel in Grand Forks, B.C., were damaged in a fire on Dec. 21.

Source: CBC News December 30, 2025 08:00 UTC