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BCJun 04, 2025

Charges laid in September 2024 Langley shooting

Months after a deadly shooting in B.C.’s Lower Mainland, a suspect has been arrested and charged. Langley resident Barinder Singh Dhaliwal, 41, was taken into custody Tuesday, the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said. On June 4, 2025, the BC Prosecution Service approved charges against Dhaliwal for possession of a loaded firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm in a vehicle, unauthorized possession of a firearm, and possession of a firearm while prohibited. “Today’s outcome is the result of teamwork between IHIT, Langley RCMP, the Integrated Forensic Identification Services
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BCJun 04, 2025

BC Hydro seeks baseload power boost from stable sources

British Columbia's power utility wants to boost the province's baseload electricity generation capacity in a bid to meet the province's growing demand from residents and industries. Baseload capacity refers to constant and stable power sources, with Energy Minister Adrian Dix announcing BC Hydro's request for expression of interest from companies to provide geothermal or hydroelectric projects to expand long-term power capacity and meet peak demand. BC Hydro has also launched a second request, seeking partners who can deliver "market-ready technologies" for boosting power conservation in homes
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BCJun 04, 2025

Robbery, unlawful confinement charges approved against two suspects after Burnaby RCMP investigation

Two men face robbery and unlawful confinement charges after a two-year long investigation into two incidents that occurred in early 2023. On January 29, 2023, Burnaby RCMP frontline officers responded to a report of a robbery at a convenience store in the 5600-block of Hastings Street. It was reported that two male suspects entered the store, tied the victim up, and stole cash and cigarettes before fleeing the scene. Burnaby RCMP’s Strike Force Unit assumed conduct of the investigation. On February 22, 2023, Burnaby RCMP responded to another robbery at the same location, with very simil
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BCJun 04, 2025

Conservative MLA's reissue statement and renew demands for action after extortion-linked shooting in Surrey

RICHMOND, BC: Following a second targeted shooting at a family home in Surrey’s Panorama Ridge neighbourhood, now being investigated by Surrey Police Service as an extortion case, Conservative Attorney General Critic Steve Kooner is reissuing his May 21, 2025, statement and is renewing his demands for urgent government action. Despite visible police surveillance, the property was repeatedly attacked with dozens of gunshots. The case is currently being investigated as organised criminal extortion. Local Conservative MLA for Surrey-Panorama and Critic for Community Safety Bryan Tepper stated,
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BCJun 04, 2025

Eby says he won't be changing mind on another B.C. pipeline, rebuffing Ford

B.C. Premier David Eby says he won't be throwing his support behind a new oil pipeline through the province, dismissing Ontario Premier Doug Ford's suggestion that Eby would change his mind. Eby says in response to Ford's remarks on Monday that the publicly-owned TMX pipeline is already running through B.C., and the province doesn't support lifting the ban on oil tankers off British Columbia's northern coast. He says it's not his job to tell Ford it's "extremely unlikely" there will be a tunnel under Toronto's Highway 401, or tell Alberta Premier Danielle Smith her "vision" for a pipeline conn
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BCJun 04, 2025

New evacuation orders and alerts issued for Kiskatinaw River as wildfire set to grow

The Peace River Regional District in northeast British Columbia has issued new evacuation orders and alerts for the Kiskatinaw River area as the wildfire threatens to grow in the coming days.The district issued its third evacuation order and a fourth evacuation alert Tuesday night following a recommendation from the BC Wildfire Service.The service said it expects aggressive and challenging fire behaviour with hot, dry and windy conditions.Winds from the west are expected to reach over 50 kilometres per hour on Thursday and up to 60 kph by Friday, and will continue to drive the fire toward Ke
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BCJun 03, 2025

Two men arrested in B.C., charged with murder in Mississauga, Ont. shooting: police

Peel Region police say two men were arrested in British Columbia and charged with murder in the shooting death of a man in Mississauga, Ont., last month. Police say 51-year-old Harjeet Dhadda of Brampton, Ont., was allegedly approached by a suspect and shot multiple times in a Mississauga parking lot the morning of May 14, and he later died in hospital. They allege the suspects fled in a stolen vehicle, which was found shortly after the shooting. Police say two 21-year-old male suspects were tracked to Delta, B.C., and with help from local police forces and the RCMP, both were arrested on May
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BCJun 03, 2025

Highway 97 reopened after nearby wildfire forced closure near Fort Nelson, B.C.

The stretch of the Alaska Highway near Fort Nelson, B.C., that closed Monday due to a nearby wildfire has reopened to single lane traffic. Drive BC announced the update in a post around 9:30 p.m., saying the status could change quickly depending on wildfire activity. The BC Wildfire Service says the blaze is about 26 square kilometres in size and is burning out of control about 10 kilometres northeast of Summit Lake. It is one of two "wildfires of note" in the province and prompted the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality to issue an evacuation alert on Monday for the Tetsa River Area. The w
BCJun 03, 2025

Saskatchewan fire evacuations grow after blaze breaches airport

The latest wildfire evacuees in Saskatchewan are being told to head south to Prince Albert after being ordered to leave the northern town of La Ronge. The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency issued an evacuation order Monday afternoon for the 2,500 residents of La Ronge, as well as those in nearby Air Ronge and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band after a wildfire breached the town's airport. Among the affected by the order are more than 45 acute-care patients and long-term care residents from the La Ronge Health Centre and care homes, who the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Canadian Red Cross are

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BCSep 18, 2026

B.C. Conservatives Face Another Blow as Skeena MLA Claire Rattée Leaves Party

B.C. Conservatives have suffered another setback as Skeena MLA Claire Rattée has left the party and joined the group of independent MLAs. Rattée is the 10th MLA to leave the B.C. Conservative caucus since August. Her move comes just two days after she publicly questioned the leadership of party leader Keri-Lynn Findlay and accused her of failing to keep the party united. Rattée also confirmed reports that at least 10 Conservative MLAs unhappy with Findlay’s leadership had signed a letter calling for her resignation. She said she was among those who signed the letter. Rattée accused Findl
BCSep 18, 2026

Car-Motorcycle Collision in Kelowna, Rider Killed

Kelowna RCMP has confirmed the death of a motorcycle rider following a crash on Highway 97 Thursday night. Police said the collision occurred at around 10 p.m. at the intersection of Harvey Avenue and Ethel Street, involving a black sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcycle caught fire shortly after the crash. Corporal Steven Lang said the motorcycle rider was pronounced dead when emergency crews and police arrived at the scene. The driver of the sedan remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with investigators. Highway 97 was closed in both directions between Richter Street and Gordon Driv
WorldSep 18, 2026

Steps Toward Mexico-U.S. Trade Deal After Trump-Sheinbaum Talks

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico and the United States have made progress toward a potential trade agreement following a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday. Speaking at her daily press conference on Friday, Sheinbaum said the conversation was “very good” and that the two leaders reached some agreements, although she did not disclose specific details. She said negotiations are moving in a positive direction and that Mexico is working to reach a deal while protecting its sovereignty and national interests. The two countries are continuing bilateral trade
BCSep 18, 2026

Advance Voting Begins in Abbotsford-Mission Byelection

Advance voting has begun today for the Abbotsford-Mission provincial byelection. According to Elections BC, eligible voters can cast their ballots at any designated voting location from September 18 to September 23, daily between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The final voting day for the byelection is September 26. The candidates include BC Conservative Party Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay, BC NDP candidate Pam Alexis, Centre BC candidate Lakhwinder Kaur Jhajj, and Green Party candidate Stephen Fowler. The Abbotsford-Mission riding was previously won by Reann Gasper, who vacated the seat to allow Findlay to r
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BCSep 18, 2026

Abbotsford Man Sentenced to 11.5 Years for Drug Trafficking and Gun Offences

A 36-year-old man charged in connection with drug trafficking and illegal firearms possession in Abbotsford has been sentenced to 11 and a half years in prison. The investigation began in April 2025 after Abbotsford Police arrested Tyler Mison, who was allegedly driving despite being prohibited from doing so. Police said illegal drugs and a handgun were found during the arrest. Investigators later searched several locations linked to Mison, including a residence in the 31100 block of Deertrail Drive. Police seized more than 12 kilograms of drugs, including cocaine and crystal methamphetamine,