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BCSep 01, 2026

Delta Police Seek Driver in Investigation Into Woman’s Suspicious Death

Delta police are searching for a driver who may have important information related to the investigation into the suspicious death of a woman whose body was recently found in a field. Police said emergency crews responded to a report of a fire in a field in the 6400-block of River Road at around 6:10 a.m. on Aug. 26. When they arrived at the scene, they discovered the body of a woman. Investigators are still working to identify the woman and determine the cause and circumstances of her death. As part of the investigation, the Delta Police Department has released a photo of a white Dodge Ram 150
BCAug 31, 2026

Nikki Sharma’s Demand from Meta: ‘Canadian Children Deserve the Same Online Protection as Kids in the US’

B.C. Attorney General Nikki Sharma has urged Meta to implement the same online safety measures in Canada that the company is introducing for children in the United States. In a statement released Monday, Sharma said Canadian children deserve the same level of online protection as children in the U.S. Under settlement agreements with U.S. states, Meta is implementing measures for users under 18, including age verification, content restrictions and features designed to reduce excessive use of its social media platforms. Sharma called on Meta to introduce these protections on its platforms in Can
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BCAug 31, 2026

B.C. NDP MLA and Indigenous Leader Joan Philip Dies at 74, Vancouver-Strathcona Seat Vacant

B.C. NDP MLA and prominent Indigenous leader Joan Philip has died at the age of 74. She represented the Vancouver-Strathcona riding in the provincial legislature. According to the Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, Philip died Friday afternoon in hospital in the presence of her family. She had been battling a serious illness for some time. Her husband, Grand Chief Stewart Philip, along with her children and grandchildren, were by her side at the time of her death. B.C. Premier David Eby paid tribute to Philip, describing her as a fearless warrior and inspiring leader. He said she dedicated her life
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BCAug 31, 2026

Drug Trafficking Network Operator Tyler Missen Sentenced to 11.5 Years in Prison

A man identified as Tyler Missen has been sentenced to 11.5 years in prison following an RCMP-led investigation into a drug trafficking network operating across several cities in B.C. According to RCMP, the trafficking network was linked to Chilliwack, Abbotsford and Langley. On June 29, police carried out searches at multiple locations, seizing large quantities of drugs, weapons, vehicles and Canadian currency. Three people were arrested during the operation. Missen, a Langley resident, pleaded guilty on July 2 while in custody to drug trafficking and weapons-related offences. On August 26, t
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BCAug 31, 2026

Abbotsford-Mission byelection set for Sept. 26 as parties name candidates

B.C. Premier David Eby has called a byelection in the Abbotsford-Mission riding for Sept. 26, following the resignation of B.C. Conservative MLA Reine Gasper. Gasper recently stepped down from the legislature to run for the leadership of the B.C. Conservative Party, whose leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay does not currently hold a seat in the legislature. The governing B.C. NDP has nominated former agriculture minister Pam Alexis. Alexis lost to Gasper in the previous election by roughly 3,000 votes. Centre BC has also entered the race, naming Lakhwinder Jhajj as its candidate. Jhajj said the campaig
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BCAug 28, 2026

DRIPA Repeal Petition Approved as Harman Bhangu Takes Aim at Eby Government

B.C. Opposition MLA Harman Bhangu has criticized Premier David Eby and the NDP government after the Elections Department approved the launch of a petition seeking to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). Bhangu welcomed the approval, accusing the Eby government of failing to take action on what he described as a controversial law. He said British Columbians now have a direct opportunity to push for the repeal of the legislation, which he claims has raised significant concerns about jobs, land rights and the province’s future. Bhangu said the B.C. Conservativ
BCAug 28, 2026

Amid U.S. Trade War, B.C. Takes Major Steps to Remove Internal Trade Barriers

The B.C. government says provinces and territories have reached agreements on several measures aimed at removing internal trade barriers across Canada amid ongoing trade uncertainty with the United States. Jobs and Economic Development Minister Adrian Dix said the federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for internal trade met Thursday and approved key changes to the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. Under the changes, a 30-day service standard will be introduced for labour mobility applications across Canada. Ministers also agreed to approve free trade in services nationwide by
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BCAug 28, 2026

Shooting in Abbotsford, Three Suspects Arrested

A shooting incident has been reported in Abbotsford. According to police, shots were fired around 6:10 a.m. Wednesday in an outdoor parking lot in the 2400 block of Clearbrook Road. Both the suspect and the victim had fled the scene before officers arrived. After several hours of investigation, detectives traced three suspects to a home in the 2300 block of Westerly Street. With assistance from the Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team, police arrested 33-year-old Ryan Sawatsky, 28-year-old Lucas Bezanson, and 34-year-old Kyle Korneik. Police later located the victim. Major Crime detectives a
BCAug 28, 2026

Port Moody Couple Missing After Nepal-Tibet Floods

A couple from Port Moody, B.C., is missing after devastating floods and mudslides triggered by a glacial outburst along the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving their family deeply concerned. According to reports, 52-year-old Dhaval Shah and his 50-year-old wife, Megha Shah, were travelling to Tibet to visit the sacred Mount Kailash. The couple was staying at Hotel Kailash in the Timure area near the Nepal-China border shortly before the floods struck Wednesday morning. They were preparing to head toward a border checkpoint when contact with their tour company was lost. Dhaval Shah’s family said he p

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CanadaNov 12, 2026

Canada’s Economic Recovery Expected to Remain Slow Amid Trade War, KPMG Forecasts

Canada’s economy is expected to face a slow and uneven recovery over the next two years, according to a new report by KPMG. The accounting firm’s Fall 2026 Economic Outlook forecasts that Canada’s GDP growth will remain at just 1 per cent in 2026 due to ongoing trade tensions. The report projects economic growth to improve to 1.8 per cent in 2027 and 2 per cent in 2028. KPMG noted that its forecast does not factor in any potential trade deal with the United States. However, continued consumer spending, increased investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure and a boost from the 20
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BCNov 12, 2026

B.C. Premier-Designate Lorne Doerkson Calls for Immediate Halt to Work at George Massey Tunnel Site

British Columbia Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson is taking action on the proposed new George Massey Bridge, calling on the outgoing B.C. NDP government to immediately suspend all work at the tunnel site during the transition of power. Doerkson said only work that could support the construction of a new bridge should continue at the site. He said the move is aimed at preventing unnecessary taxpayer spending, as the incoming government plans to review the possibility of replacing the existing George Massey Tunnel with a bridge. The B.C. Conservatives, who are set to take office on November 20,
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BCNov 12, 2026

Woman Arrested After Stabbing Leaves Man Seriously Injured in Delta

A man has been seriously injured in a stabbing incident in Delta, and a woman has been taken into custody in connection with the case. According to the Delta Police Department, officers received a report of a stabbing in the 19900-block of 80 Avenue in North Delta at around 6 p.m. Wednesday. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a man suffering from serious injuries. He was conscious and breathing at the time. Paramedics rushed the victim to hospital in life-threatening condition. Following surgery, his condition has since improved. Police quickly responded to the incident and arreste
BCNov 12, 2026

B.C. Home Sales Drop 11% in October as Average Prices Decline

Home sales in British Columbia fell by more than 10 per cent in October, according to the latest figures released by the B.C. Real Estate Association (BCREA) on Thursday. A total of 5,670 homes were sold across the province last month, marking an 11 per cent decline compared with the same month last year. The report also showed that the average home sale price dropped by 2.8 per cent to approximately $950,000, down from $977,000 a year earlier. BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson said the housing market continues to face several challenges, although sales remain steady in more affordable c
BCNov 12, 2026

BC’s Pemberton Village Under Shelter-in-Place Order Amid Heavy Rain and Flooding

Heavy rainfall and flooding in Pemberton, B.C., have prompted authorities to issue a shelter-in-place order for residents amid concerns that several major roads could become impassable. Residents have been advised to avoid non-essential travel and stay away from flooded roads. The entire village has also been placed under an evacuation alert. According to the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District, several roads in the Pemberton Valley are currently impassable, including Pemberton Meadows Road and sections of Highway 99. Evacuation orders have also been issued for properties along Airport Road in