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BCJan 16, 2023

Two vehicles race, crash in North Vancouver

Two high end BMWs were impounded and their drivers ticketed after racing and then crashing this weekend. On January 15th at approximately 12:00 am members from the North Vancouver RCMP Traffic unit were conducting speed enforcement on Hwy 1 at Westview Drive when they observed two high end BMWs in tandem, racing Eastbound at a high rate of speed.Using a speed measuring device, officers determined both vehicles were travelling at 145 km/h in an 80 km/h zone. They attempted to close the distance on the vehicles in an effort to conduct a traffic stop. As they approached the Lloyd Ave. off-ramp, o
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BCJan 14, 2023

Search warrant leads to seizure of loaded shotgun and large amount of drugs

Surrey RCMP is advising the public of a significant seizure of drugs, cash and a loaded shotgun from a residence in Whalley area. On January 11, 2023, Surrey RCMP North Community Response Unit (NCRU), with assistance from the Lower Mainland Integrated Emergency Response Team and Surrey RCMP Mobile Street Enforcement Team (MSET), executed a Search Warrant at a residence in the 13700-block of Grosvenor Road.The Search Warrant was issued under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, stemming from an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking in the neighbourhood.Eight people were arrested insid
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BCJan 14, 2023

Coordinated effort results in guilty plea to four business break and enters

Richmond RCMP Property Crime Unit investigation results in guilty plea to break and enters to four Richmond businesses. With assistance from the Integrated Municipal Provincial Auto Crime Team (IMPACT), Richmond RCMP Property Crime Unit successfully laid charges against a man associated to four break and enters in Richmond. To read the entire news release please visit the Richmond RCMP website at the link in the title above. The subsequent investigation resulted in one suspect being identified and charged. Derek John Muirhead pled guilty to four counts of break and enter. Muirhead is known to
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BCJan 13, 2023

Family of Surrey homicide victims provide statement

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) continue to investigate the deaths of three family members in their Surrey home. Background: On January 9, 2023, shortly after 12:00 p.m., Surrey RCMP attended a residence in the 15600-block of 112 Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered three deceased adults inside the home. IHIT took conduct of the investigation and continue to work closely in partnership with the Surrey RCMP, the BC Coroners Service and the RCMP Integrated Forensic Identification Section (IFIS). IHIT is now identifying the deceased as 56 year-old Xiao Yan Zhen, 58 year-old
BCJan 13, 2023

New fund to protect thousands of renters in B.C. - Premier Eby

More renters in B.C. will be protected from housing speculators and profiteers through the creation of a new $500 million Rental Protection Fund dedicated to protecting tenants and preserving affordable rental homes for decades. "Today, we’re taking action to protect renters who found an affordable place to live, but are worried their building will be bought out from underneath them," said Premier David Eby. "This fund will allow non-profits to secure older rental buildings and protect vulnerable renters from speculators who can drive up rents and evict tenants that have lived there for year
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BCJan 13, 2023

VPD searches for man wanted in summer stranger assault

Vancouver Police are asking for help to locate a man wanted province-wide in connection a random assault last summer. Andrew Kim Jack, 51, was charged with indecent act and assault with a weapon, following a series of incidents downtown on August 29. He was released on bail, but failed to attend court. His whereabouts are currently unknown. Anyone who sees Andrew Kim Jack, or knows his whereabouts, is asked to contact their local police agency.
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BCJan 12, 2023

Surrey: Police investigating overnight shooting

Surrey RCMP are investigating following a shooting in the Whalley area overnight. On January 11, 2023, at approximately 2:20 a.m., Surrey RCMP received multiple 911 calls that a man had been shot near a convenience store in the 13100-block of 104 Avenue. Police attended and located a 44-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to hospital with serious injuries. The Surrey RCMP General Investigation Unit has taken conduct of the investigation. Based on initial information it appears there was an altercation between parties believed to be known to each other, which
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BCJan 12, 2023

Police search for blue Pontiac Sunfire after man brutally assaulted

The New Westminster Police are appealing for witnesses, and dash-cam footage after a man was found unconscious and suffering serious injuries near Begbie and Carnarvon Street. The man was sent to a local area hospital and was being treated for life-altering injuries.The incident happened on December 23, 2022 at approximately 11:15 pm. The New Westminster Police Department Major Crime Unit has learned the victim was assaulted by someone who was with two other people at the time of the assault. After the assault, the group left the area in a vehicle, and investigators are hoping by sharing video
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BCJan 12, 2023

Delta: High number of catalytic converter thefts reported

Delta is experiencing a high number of catalytic converter thefts. Since January 1st, 2023, the Delta Police Department (DPD) has received 33 reports of catalytic converter thefts. Most of these thefts have occurred overnight and are spread throughout Delta.Catalytic converters are stolen because they contain several precious metals more valuable than gold. As of December 2022, rhodium was worth $12,600/ounce, palladium $1,854/ounce, and platinum $1,021/ounce.

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AlbertaApr 21, 2026

Alberta legislature to vote on motion to revisit riding boundaries ahead of 2027 election

Members of Alberta’s legislature are expected to vote today on a government motion to revisit proposed electoral boundary changes ahead of the province’s next general election in 2027. Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative government has introduced the motion to reconsider a recent electoral boundaries commission report. Smith said the move follows a recommendation from the panel’s chair to examine adding more constituencies to better reflect representation in rural areas. According to statements from the premier, the government argues that population shifts and geographic consi
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CanadaApr 21, 2026

Mexico’s president orders investigation after Canadian tourist killed at Teotihuacán site

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says authorities will investigate a shooting at the Teotihuacán pyramids that left one Canadian tourist dead and another injured. The incident occurred Monday at the historic site northeast of Mexico City, according to statements posted by federal officials. Sheinbaum said on social media the shooting “deeply pains” her government and confirmed she has been in contact with the Canadian Embassy. Details about the victims have not been fully released by Canadian officials. Mexican security officials identified the suspected gunman to The Associated Press
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CanadaApr 21, 2026

Carney expected to announce new Canada–U.S. trade advisory council ahead of CUSMA review

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce a new advisory council on Canada–United States trade as the federal government prepares for the upcoming review of the continental trade pact. According to government officials familiar with the plan, the council is being structured to inform Canada’s approach to the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement review and would replace a previous advisory body created in 2025 under former prime minister Justin Trudeau. That earlier council was established following the return of Donald Trump to the White House and amid renewed tariff threats affe
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BCApr 20, 2026

Surrey police seek public help to locate suspect wanted on assault charge

Surrey Police Service is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with an alleged assault earlier this month. According to a Surrey Police Service news release, frontline officers began investigating on April 3 at about 8:35 a.m. after a report that a man had allegedly assaulted a woman with a weapon in the 17600 block of 58A Avenue. Police said the victim sustained minor injuries. The release states that on April 4, the BC Prosecution Service approved a charge against the suspect. Jason Donald Whyte, 54, is now wanted on a province-wide warrant for one count
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AlbertaApr 20, 2026

Alberta to introduce legislation to end seasonal time changes, premier says

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says the province plans to eliminate twice-a-year clock changes and remain on daylight time year-round, according to comments she made to Postmedia. Smith said the change would mean Albertans would no longer set clocks forward in the spring or back in the fall, instead staying on the current time throughout the year. On a practical level, that would result in darker mornings during winter months but extended daylight in the evening. The premier indicated legislation to implement the change is expected to be introduced later this week. Details of how the transitio