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BCDec 23, 2021

New relief funding coming for businesses ordered closed in B.C.

British Columbia businesses that were mandated to temporarily shut down through public health orders because of surging COVID-19 cases will be eligible to receive a new one-time relief grant of up to $10,000.The COVID-19 Closure Relief Grant will supplement federal support programs and provide funding to help affected businesses alleviate some financial pressures and help with expenses including rent, employee wages, insurance, maintenance and utilities."We’re all exhausted by COVID-19, but unfortunately COVID-19 is not done with us," said Ravi Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and
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BCDec 23, 2021

Another challenge could be looming for BC's poultry and egg producers with cases of the H5N1 avian flu identified in Newfoundland

Another challenge could be looming for BC's poultry and egg producers as cases of the H-5-N-1 avian flu have been identified on a farm in Newfoundland. The president of the Canadian Poultry and Egg Processors Council says members across Canada have been warned to watch for signs of the illness, while producers in Newfoundland are taking additional biosecurity measures to halt any spread. Matthew Miller describes the situation as ``concerning,'' but says he's reassured that the cases have been identified on an exhibition farm and not at a commercial operation, meaning Canada still retains its
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BCDec 23, 2021

UBC researchers complete analysis of the rapidly spreading Omicron variant revealing it has 37 mutations

University of British Columbia researchers say they've completed an analysis of the rapidly spreading Omicron variant of COVID-19, revealing key information about why it's so infectious. Sriram Subramaniam with the department of biochemistry and molecular biology says it has 37 mutations, three to five times more than any other variant so far. He says that means Omicron is very effective at evading the binding of antibodies that can neutralize and block its entry into cells, while at the same time it retains the ability to bind with receptors that transport it inside cells, a combination of c
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BCDec 23, 2021

Vancouver police investigating city's 18th homicide of the year

Police in Vancouver say they're investigating the city's 18th homicide of this year after a 52 year old man was fatally stabbed. They say officers responded to reports that a man had been stabbed outside the Hazelwood Hotel in the Downtown Eastside neighbourhood yesterday morning. The man was taken to hospital where he later died from his injuries. Police say no arrests have been made.
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BCDec 23, 2021

B.C. reports 1,474 new COVID-19 cases and 6 deaths as active cases rise past 7,000

B.C. is reporting 1,474 new cases of COVID-19, for a total of 231,117 cases in the province.There are 7,253 active cases of COVID-19 in the province, and 221,280 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 187 individuals are in hospital and 71 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.In the last 24 hours, six new deaths have been reported, for an overall total of 2,409.The new deaths include:Fraser Health: threeNorthern Health: oneIsland Health: twoNote: The update on cases of the Omicron variant of concern will be provided in to
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BCDec 23, 2021

Safe Surrey Coalition-led city council approves RapidBus service along Scott Road

The approval of the R6 RapidBus service by the Safe Surrey Coalition-led City Council gives the green light toa desperately-needed upgrade to transit service along Scott Road. The new project will connect Scott Road SkyTrainStation to the Newton Exchange Bus Loop and improve commute times by 22 per cent. According to Translink, the existing 319 transit bus that currently covers this route is the top bus route and one of thefastest wing corridors in the South of the Fraser region, with 7.5 million passenger boardings in 2019. This route is a transit gap that was well known about by past Surrey
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BCDec 22, 2021

Snow, storm and bitter cold warnings posted for parts of B.C.

A weather system from the Pacific Ocean is forecast to bring heavy snow and the risk of freezing rain to several areas of southern and central British Columbia. Environment Canada has issued snowfall and winter storm warnings until Thursday covering an area from the Fraser Valley to the Peace River district. The Coquihalla Highway, which was recently reopened to commercial traffic, could see between 35 and 60 centimetres of snow with the heaviest accumulations on Thursday. Higher mountain routes, including the Yellowhead, Highway 3 through the Kootenay and Allison passes, and Highway 1 headin
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BCDec 22, 2021

One person killed in multi-vehicle crash in Surrey

One person has died in a multi-vehicle crash in Surrey. RCMP say it happened just before seven last night when a Lexus sedan lost control, crossed the median and collided with a Jeep and a minivan in south Surrey. The driver of the Lexus died at the scene while those in the other two vehicles were treated for various injuries at local hospitals. Police say drugs, alcohol and speed have not been ruled out and both the Coroner's Service and the Mounties continue to investigate.
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BCDec 22, 2021

Murder charge laid after 19-year-old woman found dead near Williams Lake, B.C.

A charge of second-degree murder has been laid after a young woman was found dead in a home in British Columbia's central Interior. A statement from North District RCMP says the death of the 19 year old was confirmed on Monday when police and paramedics were called to the home in Esk'etemc, a First Nation community near Williams Lake. A 23 year old man was taken into custody at the same time. Investigators say the two knew each other. The RCMP statement says the BC Prosecution Service has approved a charge of second-degree murder against Waylon Harry. He remains in custody and court records s

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BCOct 02, 2025

B.C. homeless count shows rising numbers in 12 of 20 communities surveyed

The British Columbia government says more than half of 20 communities surveyed saw an increase in homelessness since the last count in 2023. The Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs says in a statement that the count provides a snapshot of a community's homeless population during a 24-hour period. It says the latest count found 12 of the 20 communities they looked at had an increase in those who were homeless, while eight saw a drop. Many of the cities reporting higher numbers are in the Interior, including Williams Lake, Cranbrook, Merritt, Quesnel, Penticton and Salmon Arm. But the coun
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CanadaOct 02, 2025

Charges Sworn in Alleged Theft and Sexual Assault

Charges have been sworn against a man following a Surrey Police Service (SPS) investigation into an alleged theft and sexual assault that occurred in the early morning hours of August 26, 2025, in the 9800 block of King George Boulevard, Surrey. On August 26, 2025, at approximately 3:10 am, a man was walking in the 9800 block of King George Boulevard, Surrey when he was approached by a stranger, an adult South Asian male. During the interaction between the two, the stranger allegedly stole the man’s cell phone. A short time later, a woman was walking in the same area and was approached by
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BCOct 02, 2025

MLA Garry Begg new BC NDP Caucus Chair

Garry Begg, MLA for Surrey-Guildford, has been selected as the new chair of the BC NDP caucus. Begg was first elected MLA in 2017, and re-elected in 2020 and 2024. Before entering politics, he served as an RCMP officer for more than 38 years. Premier David Eby said: “Garry Begg brings with him a lifetime of experience serving the people of British Columbia. Garry will be a great caucus chair, keeping us focused on the needs of the people across the province who sent us here to get results on their behalf. I want to thank Stephanie Higginson for her diligent work, guiding us through the la
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CanadaOct 02, 2025

Another CBSA inspection kiosk outage affecting some Canadian airports

The Canada Border Services Agency says there is another outage affecting its inspection kiosks at airports across the country. Toronto Pearson International Airport says the outage is affecting Terminal 1 and Terminal 3, where passengers may experience longer wait times. The border agency says it's working to resolve the issue. This is the second CBSA inspection kiosk outage reported in the last few days. An outage over the weekend caused delays at customs in some of Canada's busiest airports before it was resolved. The CBSA has also said that it experienced technical issues earlier this week
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CanadaOct 02, 2025

Niagara police arrest 30 people, lay more than 200 charges in drug investigation

Police in Niagara Region say 30 people face more than 200 charges after an investigation into an alleged drug trafficking and auto theft network. Police say the investigation dubbed Project Road King began in August 2024 after the force's gang unit uncovered an alleged drug trafficking operation with ties to the region and multiple jurisdictions. They say the force began investigating related criminal activity, including alleged auto theft, with help from several other police units including the RCMP. Police say they executed 12 search warrants in Niagara, Hamilton and Toronto on