BCAug 15, 2025
First Nation in B.C. says 41 more graves found by penetrating radar at school site
The shishalh First Nation says 41 ``additional unmarked graves'' have been found as a result of a search with ground-penetrating radar on the site of a former residential school.
The nation on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast says a team has been scanning the area around the St. Augustine's Residential School site for the last 18 months, at locations identified through interviews with survivors.
It says the discovery brings the number of suspected graves at the site to 81, after initial findings that were announced in 2023. First Nations communities have tended to use careful language when an
BCAug 15, 2025
Fatal collision under investigation on Highway 1
Police are investigating a two-vehicle fatal collision on Highway 1 near Whittaker Rd near the Malahat summit.
On August 14, 2025 just before 4:00 p.m., Shawnigan Lake RCMP responded to the area of Highway 1 near Whittaker Rd after receiving a report a collision between two vehicles.
Preliminary information gathered at the scene indicated that a white Toyota Corolla was travelling southbound on Highway 1 when it collided with a black Dodge Ram around that intersection. The driver and passenger of the Dodge Ram suffered minor injuries and were transported to hospital. The four occupants of the
BCAug 14, 2025
New Westminster: Major Crime Unit begins investigation into suspicious fire on 12th Street
The New Westminster Police Department is investigating a suspicious fire that occurred on August 11th at approximately 2:42 am. A business in the 600 block of 12th Street was not occupied and sustained extensive damage.
The NWPD Major Crime Unit has taken conduct of this investigation and is working alongside our partners at the New Westminster Fire and Rescue Service.
“Investigators are seeking more information on a red van that was seen leaving the area,” shared Media Relations Officer Sergeant Andrew Leaver. “If you have any information about that van, including CCTV or dash cam foota
BCAug 14, 2025
Richmond RCMP arrest suspect in alleged stranger assault involving a weapon
On August 13, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Richmond RCMP responded to an assault with a weapon at a parkade of a retail shopping centre in the 6500 block of No. 3 Road. Richmond RCMP received the call from an on-duty security guard who heard the commotion and intervened.
Richmond RCMP frontline officers quickly arrived on-scene and arrested the suspect without further incident. The suspect remains in-custody and there is no ongoing risk to the public.
The victim was transported to local hospital and is currently in stable condition.
The two individuals are not believed to be known
BCAug 14, 2025
German soccer star Thomas Muller focused on winning titles with Vancouver Whitecaps
German soccer star Thomas Muller says he's far from ready for retirement and remains focused on winning titles as he joins the Vancouver Whitecaps.
The 35-year-old attacking midfielder was introduced in Vancouver today, more than a week after signing with the Major League Soccer club.
Muller comes to Vancouver following 17 years with Bayern Munich, where he scored 250 goals for the German Bundesliga side across all competitions, helping the team to 13 league championships and 33 total titles.He won the 2014 World Cup with Germany, scoring five goals in the tournament, and took home the Gol
BCAug 14, 2025
Mission families will benefit from new child care spaces
Families in Mission will now have access to a new child care centre with 67 new licensed spaces.
“For families in Mission, this new child care centre means hundreds of dollars of monthly savings, shorter wait lists and the comfort of knowing their children are learning and growing close to home,” said Rohini Arora, parliamentary secretary for child care. “It means a single parent can take a job they would otherwise have to turn down, or a mom can complete her education. These are the everyday changes that make life more affordable and stable, and it’s how we’re building a stronger fu
BCAug 14, 2025
West Shore RCMP seek to identify assault suspect
West Shore RCMP is seeking information from the public to identify a male suspect who was involved in an alleged assault against a woman at Thetis Lake Park in View Royal.
On August 12, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., a woman on a trail within the park was approached by an unknown male who appeared from the bushes. During this interaction, the male grabbed the woman. The woman did not sustain any physical injuries and was able to get away safely.
The suspect is described as:
Caucasian male;
Approx. 6’2;Between the ages of 50-60;Grey/blonde short curly hair;Slim build.The suspect was wearin
BCAug 14, 2025
Police seek assistance in locating wanted person
The Nanaimo RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 43-year-old Gregory aka Deisel Rawlinson, wanted after failing to appear in Nanaimo Provincial Court for a scheduled court appearance. Rawlinson was before the courts from an incident in late February of 2025 where it is alleged, he assaulted an adult and uttered threats to that person. Rawlinson is also wanted on 3 counts of Breach of Probation and Breach of a Court Order.
Rawlinson is a Caucasian man, 5 foot 7 inches, 170 pounds with grey hair and green eyes. Of note, he has numerous tattoos on both arms, and his left leg i
BCAug 14, 2025
BC Ferries under fire over Chinese contract for 4 new ships
BC Ferries is under fire over a contract with a Chinese company for 4 new ships. Now, Canada’s largest and oldest shipyard has condemned it.
Davie Shipyard CEO James Davis said it was “very unfortunate” that BC Ferries had contracted with a Chinese company. Davis said BC Ferries prioritized low prices.
He said the Chinese shipyard receives heavy subsidies, has to pay cheap labor, and no Canadian or Western shipyard can reasonably compete with it.
No other company, including Canada's Davie Shipyard, got a chance to bid for the contract, with BC Ferries saying it would have cost $1.2