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BCApr 04, 2022

AbbyPD investigates early morning sexual assault

On April 3rd, 2022, at 3:54 am, AbbyPD patrol officers responded to a report of a sexual assault within the 32900 block of South Fraser Way. A female victim reported walking through a local business parking lot when she was approached by an unknown man driving a grey or silver van. During this encounter, the victim was sexually assaulted.The suspect male is described as South Asian, 30 years of age, with short brown hair and a beard.The AbbyPD Major Crime Unit is in the preliminary stages of this investigation; however, the initial investigation suggests this to be a random incident. No suspec
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BCApr 04, 2022

B.C. premier John Horgan tests positive for COVID-19, but says symptoms are 'mild'

British Columbia Premier John Horgan says he has tested positive for COVID-19 and is isolating at home. Horgan announced on his verified Twitter account that he tested positive for COVID-19 today.He says his symptoms are mild and he is thankful to be fully vaccinated.Horgan, who recently underwent radiation treatments for throat cancer, says he is following public health guidelines, so he is isolating and working from home until his symptoms resolve.The premier was at the legislature last Wednesday when he participated in the government's introduction of a plan to implement goals for its law o
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BCApr 02, 2022

B.C. crosses grim milestone of 3,000 COVID-19 related deaths

B.C. is reporting 357 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 356,858 cases in the province.There are 274 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19 and 35 are in intensive care.In the past 24 hours, four new deaths have been reported, for an overall total of 3,002. From March 24-30, people not fully vaccinated accounted for 18% of cases.From March 17-30, they accounted for 20.9% of hospitalizations.Past week cases (March 24-30) - Total 1,608Not vaccinated: 261 (16.3%)Partially vaccinated: 28 (1.7%)Fully vaccinated: 1,319 (82%)Past two weeks cases hospitalized (March 17-30) - Total 382Not vaccinated
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BCApr 02, 2022

Police watchdog called in after fatal RCMP shooting in Surrey, B.C.

British Columbia's police watchdog has been called in after the shooting death of a man in Surrey, B.C. The RCMP say they notified the Independent Investigations Office after a police officer fired at a robbery suspect on Friday morning. Police say the incident began at about 5:40 a.m. after they received a report of an attempted armed robbery followed by an attempted carjacking. The Mounties say they located a person matching the description of a suspect at about 7 a.m. and chased him. The RCMP say an officer and the suspect got into a confrontation during the chase and the suspect was shot.
BCApr 02, 2022

More B.C. public workers now covered by whistleblower law protections

More public sector organizations in BC are now protected under the Public Interest Disclosure Act, better known as the Whistleblower act. A statement from the Ministry of the Attorney General says employees at B-C's tribunals and certain agencies, boards and commissions are now covered. It means workers can confidentially speak to designated officers or BC's ombudsperson and share details about a serious wrongdoing that affects the public interest, while being protected from reprisals, such as demotion or firing. Whistleblower laws currently only cover government ministry staff and independen
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BCApr 01, 2022

B.C.'s Olympian swimmer Brent Hayden announces retirement for the second time

A Metro Vancouver-based Olympic swimmer is retiring again. Swimming Canada says Brent Hayden, the former 100-metre freestyle world champion and bronze medallist at the 2012 London Olympics, made the announcement this morning. Hayden came out of retirement in 2019 and rejoined the national team in time for the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo. At the age of 37 he was also the oldest swimmer in Canadian history, but he helped the team to 4th in the 4x100 metre freestyle and his leadoff leg of 47.99 seconds made him the oldest person to ever swim 100 metres under 48 seconds.
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BCApr 01, 2022

B.C. leading North America in zero-emission vehicle uptake

British Columbians are embracing zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) faster than any other jurisdiction in North America, with ZEVs representing 13% of all new light-duty vehicle sales in B.C. last year, according to the province’s 2021 Zero-Emission Vehicle Update. "With the highest reported uptake rate of ZEVs in North America, B.C. is quickly becoming a leader in the ZEV industry," said Bruce Ralston, Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation. "The annual ZEV update shows that people and businesses in B.C. are eager to make the switch to cleaner energy, and we’re helping people make
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BCApr 01, 2022

B.C. reports 249 new COVID-19 cases and 2 deaths

B.C. is reporting 249 new cases of COVID-19, including one epi-linked case, for a total of 356,501 cases in the province.There are 281 individuals hospitalized with COVID-19 and 42 are in intensive care.In the past 24 hours, two new deaths (Fraser Health) have been reported, for an overall total of 2,998.There have been two new health-care facility outbreaks at Parkview Place and Monahsee Mews (Interior Health), for a total of nine facilities with ongoing outbreaks. From March 23-29, people not fully vaccinated accounted for 17.3% of cases and from March 16-29 they accounted for 21.9% of hospi
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BCMar 31, 2022

Two unsolved murders added to VPD cold cases website

The unsolved murders of Lisa Gavin and Glenna "Dusty" Sowan have been added to the Vancouver Police Department’s cold case website, with hopes someone will come forward with information to solve the 34-year-old killings. "No homicide case is ever closed until it’s solved, and we know there’s someone out there with information that can help solve these two murders," says Sergeant Steve Addison. "Even the smallest bit of information could lead to a break in these cases and help us catch the killers."Gavin and Sowan were friends when they were killed just six weeks apart in 1988.Gavin was l

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BCAug 21, 2025

Folding licence plates and stunt riding get two sport bikes ticketed and impounded

Two motorcycle riders are spending a week getting rides from friends after a day of weaving through traffic in Vancouver without displaying licence plates. On August 17, 2025, just before 3:00 p.m., on Highway #1 at the Cassiar Connector, two BMW sport motorcycles were observed riding in tandem. A BC Highway Patrol cruiser that was watching could not see any licence plates at all. Some sport motorcycles have their rear fenders removed and a licence plate on a folding mount under the rear tire, says Corporal Michael McLaughlin with BC Highway Patrol. That is completely illegal. A motorcycle mus
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BCAug 21, 2025

New housing targets will bring thousands more homes

The Province has set new housing targets for a fourth group of municipalities, bringing thousands of new homes to communities throughout B.C. Announced in May 2025, the fourth group of communities is part of the Province’s expanded housing-targets program to address high demand in growing communities and to continue to deliver the homes people need throughout the province. Effective Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, the following are the five-year targets for each municipality, which are set following consultation and reflect 75% of their estimated housing need: Burnaby - 10,240Coquitlam - 6,481Courten
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CanadaAug 21, 2025

PM Carney and Trump discuss trade and new economic security relationship

Prime Minister Mark Carney and US President Donald Trump discussed trade and new economic security relationship on Thursday. The talks between the two leaders have been described as positive and leading to further results. Carney and Trump also discussed the issue of Ukraine during this time, and the two leaders have also agreed to meet again soon. The phone conversation between the Prime Minister and Trump took place a few hours after External Affairs Minister Anita Anand met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Anand was in Washington today. It is worth noting that this is Carney's la
BCAug 21, 2025

Multiple search warrants executed on Salt Spring Island as part of ongoing drug investigation

Community issues addressed after multiple search warrants executed on Salt Spring Island. On August 14, 2025, Salt Spring Island RCMP, assisted by officers with the Island District RCMP General Investigation Section executed multiple search warrants in an ongoing drug trafficking investigation. As a result, a significant amount of illicit drugs, including suspected cocaine and evidence consistent with drug trafficking were seized. The investigation remains ongoing, and a detailed report to Crown Counsel for consideration of criminal charges. We want to ensure the community is aware of our proa
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CanadaAug 21, 2025

Six charges approved following CFSEU-BC UGET investigation

The Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of British Columbia’s (CFSEU-BC) Uniform Gang Enforcement Team (UGET) has secured six charges against a Surrey man following an investigation that led to the seizure of significant quantities of drugs and cash. On August 24, 2024, UGET officers attempted a traffic stop in Maple Ridge involving a vehicle known to have previously evaded police. The driver fled on foot but was quickly arrested. A search of the suspect and vehicle led to the seizure of: • 1.157 kilograms of fentanyl • 790 grams of cocaine • 337 grams of methamphetamine • 1