Send this page to someone via emailThe flame is officially burning, marking the start of the 2026 BC Summer Games in Kelowna. But while thousands of athletes marched into the opening ceremonies Thursday night, wildfire smoke cast a haze over the celebration. On Thursday Environment Canada had issued an orange air quality warning for the Central Okanagan, warning that wildfire smoke was likely to cause significant health impacts. View image in full screen The torch that only lights when the BC Summer Games starts was lit Thursday night. View image in full screen Games did take place Friday even though an orange air quality warning was in place.