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BCJan 06, 2021

One person dead in shooting in Surrey

Surrey has recorded its first fatal shooting of 2021. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says in a post on social media that a man who was known to police died early this morning. Few details have been released but I-HIT says the man was in his home in the Morgan Heights neighbourhood when he was attacked. Surrey recorded four fatal shootings between November 29th and December 30th last year. It included three targeted attacks, but investigators have not linked any of those homicides or this morning's latest slaying.
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WorldJan 06, 2021

1 person shot as Trump backers storm Capitol

One person has been shot at the U.S. Capitol as dozens of supporters of President Donald Trump stormed the building and violently clashed with police. That's according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke to The Associated Press on Wednesday on condition of anonymity amid a chaotic situation. The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting were unclear. The person said the victim had been taken to a hospital. Their condition was not known. The shooting came as dozens of Trump supporters breached security perimeters and entered the U.S. Capitol as Congress was meeting, expected to v
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BCJan 06, 2021

77 tickets handed to people who broke the federal Quarantine Act in B.C.

Police in BC have handed out 77 tickets since the pandemic began to people who broke the federal Quarantine Act. The fines gathered for those who flouted the two-week quarantine rules total more than 84-thousand dollars. The Public Safety Ministry also says 574 tickets have been issued either for organizers of events or individuals who didn't follow the provincial health officer's orders.The tickets were issued between August 21st and January 1st. More than 100 of those tickets cost 2,300 dollars each.
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BCJan 06, 2021

Police dog helped find the suspect in a pair of break-ins in Burnaby: Police

Police in Burnaby, BC, say a police dog helped find the suspect in a pair of break-ins not far from the scene. RCMP say they received reports of two break-ins in the early morning hours of New Year's Day. Break ins were reported near Kingsway and Imperial Street. The canine led officers to a parked car, where they found a man hiding in the trunk. They say the man is facing two counts of break and enter and they also allege he was breaching a condition prohibiting him from being in a vehicle without the registered owner present.
BCJan 06, 2021

RCMP asking for help in identifying suspects after a series of suspicious fires in central Richmond

RCMP are asking for help identifying suspects after a series of suspicious fires at a residential building in central Richmond. Fires were reported in the 5600 block of Arcadia Road. Mounties say in a news release the fires were set November 16th, November 19th and December 29th. The first time, they allege a small appliance fan being used to air out the building was set on fire, then someone set a 20-foot boat ablaze in the underground parkade, and then there was a fire in a stairwell. RCMP say all fires have been deemed suspicious, however the motive remains unclear and it is also unclear i
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CanadaJan 06, 2021

Minister to reveal details on controversial COVID-19 testing rules for travellers

Transport Minister Marc Garneau is expected to unveil more details today on COVID-19 testing requirements for passengers returning to Canada. Garneau announced last week that air travellers coming from abroad will have to show proof of negative test results, starting this Thursday at 12:01 a.m. He said the PCR test — distinct from a rapid test, and taking up to several days to process must occur less than 72 hours before takeoff.Airlines and passengers say the plan leaves a swirl of unanswered questions and threatens to leave travellers stranded overseas.Carriers say they were not consulted
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IndiaJan 06, 2021

'We understand farmers' situation' : SC adjourns hearing petition on agri laws to Jan 11

The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned to January 11 the hearing of a petition seeking the quashing of the Centre's farm laws, noting that "we understand the farmers' situation". The petitioner, a lawyer claimed that the Parliament doesn't have the power and authority to bring such laws.Meanwhile amidst the farmers' agitation, which is in full swing and the central government is making an effort to resolve the deadlock over its farm laws, Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar is ensuring that the agenda on reforms should continue.Ensuring that reforms to make the country and farmer
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BCJan 06, 2021

B.C. state of emergency extended again; 428 more COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths reported in B.C.

British Columbia has again extended its state of emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic nearly 10 months after it was first declared. The Ministry of Public Safety says in a news release the extension until Jan. 19 will allow officials to use powers under the Emergency Program Act. Premier John Horgan says in the statement there's hope with the provincial immunization program getting underway, but it's too early to ease restrictions in the pandemic that has claimed 954 lives in B.C. A joint statement from Health Minister Adrian Dix and provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry on Tue
BCJan 06, 2021

Man fatally shot by police in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside neighbourhood

A 37 year old man has died after being shot by police in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside neighbourhood early Tuesday. Police say in a news release paramedics called for help in response to a man who was acting aggressively and erratically at a residential building. They say the man sustained injuries after smashing his window and throwing large objects into the street before police arrived. Police say they received reports the man was chasing people on the street with a weapon, "using it in an aggressive and threatening manner." He was subsequently shot by police. Police did not provide further

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CanadaApr 17, 2026

Air Canada to suspend Toronto, Montreal flights to New York JFK over fuel costs

Air Canada says it will suspend flights from Toronto and Montreal to New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport starting June 1 through Oct. 25, citing rising jet fuel prices. In a statement, the airline said fuel costs have “doubled since the start of the Iran conflict,” making some lower-profit routes no longer economically viable. The company said it is adjusting its schedule accordingly. The suspension affects service to JFK from Canada’s two largest cities, key routes for business and international connections. Air Canada said customers with affected bookings will be contact
WorldApr 17, 2026

U.K., France signal joint maritime mission after leaders’ meeting on Strait of Hormuz access

Leaders from multiple countries met Friday under the leadership of the United Kingdom and France to discuss access to the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route. According to a statement from the U.K. prime minister’s office, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said participating countries welcomed Iran’s decision to keep the waterway open. He said leaders agreed the route must remain accessible without tolls or restrictions, citing its importance to global trade and energy supply. Starmer said reopening and maintaining shipping through the strait is critical to stabilizing economic pressur
BCApr 17, 2026

Vancouver Canucks fire GM Patrik Allvin after last-place NHL finish

The Vancouver Canucks have fired general manager Patrik Allvin following a last-place finish, the team announced Friday. President of hockey operations Jim Rutherford confirmed the move a day after the club closed its season with a 6–1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. According to the team, Vancouver finished the 2025–26 campaign at the bottom of the NHL standings with a 25–49–8 record, despite preseason expectations of a playoff push. Injuries and ongoing defensive struggles contributed to the slide, as the club fell out of contention early in the year. A key turning point came in Decembe
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CanadaApr 17, 2026

One-time federal affordability payment to be issued June 5, Ottawa says

The federal government says a one-time affordability payment tied to the GST/HST credit will be issued June 5 to eligible low- and modest-income households. According to a federal announcement made in January, Prime Minister Mark Carney said the payment will equal 50 per cent of the annual value of the existing GST/HST credit. The program is being renamed the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit. Eligibility is tied to the current GST/HST credit system. Ottawa says households that have filed their 2024 income tax return and already receive the quarterly credit will automatically receive the
AlbertaApr 17, 2026

Youth arrested after alleged Snapchat threats targeting Alberta high school

A youth is in custody after police say threats were made on social media to shoot students at a high school in Stettler, Alta. According to a release from Royal Canadian Mounted Police, officers received reports Wednesday night about messages sent over the Snapchat platform involving a school in the central Alberta town, located east of Red Deer. Police say they launched an investigation shortly after the report was received. RCMP say a youth has been arrested and a charge of uttering threats is pending. The identity of the youth cannot be released under youth justice laws. Police have not con