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BCAug 13, 2025

New scam targeting employees in Fort St John

After several similar incidents in the preceding months, the Fort St John RCMP is asking members of the public to familiarize themselves with a new scam targeting employees in the area. On July 31, 2025, an employee of a store in Fort St John, BC, was targeted by a fraudster purporting to be their boss. The fraudster convinced the employee to deposit $900 into a Bitcoin ATM to pay for the delivery of a package for the business and they complied. By the time the unsuspecting employee realized they had sent money to a fraudster, rather than their boss, the money had been converted into Bitcoin a
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BCAug 13, 2025

IHIT deployed to fatal shooting

Ridge Meadows RCMP is currently on scene following a shooting in the area of 246 Street and 124 Avenue in Maple Ridge that has left one man deceased.On August 13, 2025, at approximately 12:22 a.m., Ridge Meadows RCMP received the report of a shooting near 246 Street and 124 Avenue. Police located an unresponsive victim with apparent gunshot wounds inside a vehicle in the 24000-block of Dewdney Trunk Road. Despite life saving measures the individual did not survive.The area surrounding both scenes will be cordoned off for a significant amount of time. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team
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BCAug 13, 2025

Construction begins on new schools, additions for Burnaby students

Construction is beginning on new K-12 classrooms at three schools in Burnaby, bringing more than 1,000 new student spaces to meet the needs of the community. "Supporting our schools is one of the most important things we can do for our community,” said Janet Routledge, MLA for Burnaby North. “These types of projects help ensure that families have access to the services and opportunities they deserve." Construction on these projects is set to begin in summer 2025: a new Conseil scolaire francophone (CSF) elementary school, adding 360 seats and 15 classrooms, in north Burnaby;an addition to
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BCAug 12, 2025

Bridge replacement will improve Highway 1 through Fraser Canyon

Work will get underway in fall 2025 on a project to replace the aging Sackum overhead bridge on the Trans-Canada Highway east of Lytton, improving safety and supporting the long-term reliability of Highway 1 in the region. The project includes the design and construction of a modern two-lane bridge over the Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) rail line. Additional upgrades will improve safety by realigning a section of the highway north of the bridge. This upgrade will remove a short passing lane that no longer meets standards, and create a gentler curve, wider and more consistent shoulders
BCAug 12, 2025

Police investigate suspicious sudden death

Police are investigating after a man died in hospital following his discovery suffering from serious injuries early Sunday morning. On August 10, 2025, at 12:42 a.m., the Port Alberni RCMP received a report of an assault near the intersection of Johnston Road and Victoria Quay. There, police located a man suffering from serious injuries. He was transported to hospital but succumbed to his injuries despite life-saving efforts. Port Alberni RCMP General Investigation Section has assumed conduct of this ongoing investigation and is working to determine the circumstances that led to the man’s de
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BCAug 12, 2025

Police investigating weekend shooting in Prince George

On Sunday, August 10, 2025, shortly before 12:30 a.m., Prince George RCMP were advised of a shooting that occurred on the 2000-block of Quince Street in Prince George, BC Frontline police officers responded to a report of a 22-year-old male, who was taken to the hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. “The investigation is still in its early stages, but initial findings indicated this was likely a targeted event and there is no increased risk to the general public. If anyone in the neighbourhood witnessed the event or saw something suspicious we ask that they please con
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BCAug 12, 2025

Two vehicle collision claims life of one driver

On August 11, 2025 at 1:42pm, the Fort St John RCMP received a report of a two-vehicle collision on Highway 97 North at the 269 Rd, just north of Fort St John. It was reported that an SUV had collided with a tanker truck. Fort St John RCMP, BC Ambulance Service and Charlie Lake and Fort St John Fire Services all attended the scene. Fort St John RCMP frontline police officers determined that a southbound SUV failed to stop for a red light and collided with the tanker truck while the tanker truck was turning left onto Highway 97 from 269 Rd. The driver of the SUV was declared deceased on scene.
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BCAug 12, 2025

One dead, man arrested after shooting in apartment in Abbotsford, B.C.

Police in Abbotsford, B.C., say a man is dead and another is in custody after a shooting at an apartment building. Abbotsford police say the incident happened at around 4 p.m. Monday in the 30400 block of Cardinal Avenue, where officers responded to a call reporting a shooting. Police say officers at the scene found the incident took place in one unit in the apartment complex, and the male victim had already died. Another man found at the scene was arrested, and police say there is no ongoing danger to the public. Abbotsford police say they are in the process of transitioning the case to the I
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BCAug 11, 2025

'Day of action' for Air Canada flight attendants at major airports

Air Canada flight attendants staged demonstrations at airports in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, and Montreal on Wednesday as part of a National Day of Action organized by their union. The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), which represents more than 9,500 flight attendants, says the goal is to raise awareness of what it describes as “poverty wages” and unpaid labour that occurs when crews are on duty but not in the air. Union members have been in contract talks with Air Canada since the start of the year. Earlier this month, workers voted overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate

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IndiaJun 12, 2026

Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Deepke to visit Amritsar, calls for protest over NEET and CBSE concerns

Cockroach Janata Party founder Abhijeet Deepke says he will visit Amritsar on June 13 and participate in a peaceful demonstration in support of students affected by issues related to NEET and CBSE examinations. In a video posted on social media platform X, Deepke said he is scheduled to arrive in Amritsar at 4 p.m. on June 13. He urged young people and students to gather at Amritsar Gate to take part in the protest. According to Deepke, the demonstration will be held in support of NEET and CBSE students and will include a demand for the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradha
CanadaJun 12, 2026

Quebec passes law banning energy drink sales to children under 16

Quebec has become the first province in Canada to prohibit the sale of caffeinated energy drinks to children under the age of 16 after the National Assembly passed Bill 9 by a large majority on Thursday. The new law is expected to come fully into force within the next six months. Quebec Health Minister Sonia Bélanger said the measure is an important step toward protecting the health and well-being of young people. Under the legislation, beverages containing 150 milligrams or more of caffeine per litre, along with added taurine and vitamins or minerals, will be classified as energy drinks. Ret
CanadaJun 12, 2026

Canada Opens FIFA World Cup Campaign on Home Soil in Toronto

Canada will begin its FIFA World Cup campaign on home soil Friday with an opening match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at BMO Field in Toronto. The tournament marks a historic moment for Canadian soccer as World Cup matches are being played in Canada. However, Canadian fans will be without star player and team captain Alphonso Davies, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. According to head coach Jesse Marsch, Davies continues to make progress in his recovery. Marsch said the defender's condition is improving and expressed optimism that he could return to action later in the tournament. Fol
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AlbertaJun 11, 2026

Calgary man stabbed in face in hate-motivated attack: police

Calgary police say a man was stabbed twice in the face after being subjected to racial slurs in what investigators are describing as a hate-motivated attack. Police allege the incident occurred on the night of May 22, when a man in his 40s was approached by a neighbour outside his home in southwest Calgary. During the confrontation, the victim was allegedly targeted with racial remarks before being stabbed. The injured man managed to get inside his home, call police and was taken to hospital for treatment. Authorities say he has since recovered from his injuries. Investigators also allege the
AlbertaJun 11, 2026

No Active Recall Petitions Remain Against Alberta MLAs

The last remaining recall petitions aimed at removing members of the Alberta legislature have been dismissed. It marks the first time since October that there are no active recall campaigns seeking to unseat Alberta politicians. Elections Alberta says petitions targeting Opposition NDP MLA Marie Renaud and former United Conservative cabinet minister Peter Guthrie have both come to an end. According to the agency, the petition against Renaud was withdrawn, while the campaign against Guthrie was declared invalid after no documents were submitted by Wednesday’s deadline. Under Alberta’s recal