7.65°C Vancouver

News

vancouver-school-evacuated-for-second-time-in-24-hours-after-weapon-report
BCJun 16, 2022

Vancouver school evacuated for second time in 24 hours after weapon report

A school in east Vancouver was evacuated for the second time in less than 24 hours after police said they received reports of a person with a weapon. The Vancouver Police Department issued a statement on Twitter Thursday, saying Killarney Secondary, which has about 2,000 pupils, was put on lockdown as the Emergency Response Team conducted a room-by-room search. VPD says no armed person was located and no one was hurt. The report comes after an incident in which bear spray was set off at the same school on Wednesday, contaminating nearly two dozen students and staff and forcing an evacuation.
okanagan-lake-levels-reach-full-pool-with-delays-in-b-cs-spring-thaw
BCJun 16, 2022

Okanagan Lake levels reach 'full pool' with delays in B.C's spring thaw

Lakeshore residents in British Columbia's Okanagan region are the latest to be warned about the potential for flooding. A statement from the City of Penticton says Okanagan Lake has reached full pool, which a Ministry of Forests fact sheet says is the preferred level at the end of spring runoff.The lake is far from the record levels set during flooding in 2017, but with this year's run-off delayed by cool weather and Environment Canada warning of thundershowers, low-lying residents in Penticton have been told to prepare for high water.The advice comes as the River Forecast Centre lifts high st
long-awaited-report-into-money-laundering-in-b-c-highly-critical-of-rcmp-and-former-liberal-government
BCJun 16, 2022

Long-awaited report into money laundering in B.C. highly critical of RCMP and former Liberal government

The long-awaited report into money laundering in BC is highly critical of the RCMP and the former Liberal government for letting the crime grow but says there is no evidence of corruption. The report released today by former BC Supreme Court justice Austin Cullen says the RCMP allowed growth in money-laundering to continue unchecked since 2012 due to a lack of attention. It also say the Liberals including former premier Christy Clark knew suspicious cash was circulating in Vancouver-area casinos but failed to do enough to stop it. Cullen says money laundering has been left largely ignored for
protesters-charged-after-attempted-bridge-blockade-in-vancouver
BCJun 16, 2022

Protesters charged after attempted bridge blockade in Vancouver

Three alleged protesters have been criminally charged following an attempted blockade on the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge Monday morning. Vancouver Police arrested the demonstrators during rush-hour, after they allegedly drove a car onto the bridge and attempted to lock themselves inside.Kathleen Higgins, 28, William Winder, 69, and Deborah Tin Tun, 37, are all charged with mischief. They were released from custody after attending court and agreeing not to deliberately block or impede traffic on any roadway in B.C.Two additional protesters arrested during the attempted blockade are due back in
police-seize-drugs-cash-and-loaded-gun-in-surrey
BCJun 15, 2022

Police seize drugs, cash and loaded gun in Surrey

Surrey RCMP’s Community Response Unit’s investigation leads to the seizure of drugs, cash and a loaded handgun from a residence in the Whalley area. On June 3, 2022, the Surrey RCMP Community Response Unit executed a search warrant on a residence located in the 13700-block Grosvenor Road. The residence was identified by officers who were conducting proactive enforcement in North Surrey area.The search warrant led to the discovery and seizure of the following: A loaded prohibited semi-automatic rifle;Over $12,000 cash43.42 grams of suspected Cocaine;176.86 grams of suspected Fentanyl;203.03
suspect-pleads-guilty-to-coffee-shop-stabbing-in-vancouver-sentenced-to-3-year-jail
BCJun 15, 2022

Suspect pleads guilty to coffee-shop stabbing in Vancouver, sentenced to 3 year jail

A Vancouver man pleaded guilty and was sentenced to jail this week following a random and unprovoked stabbing at a downtown Vancouver coffee shop. David Morin, 28, pleaded guilty Tuesday to aggravated assault and received a three-year sentence in relation to the January 22 stabbing of a stranger inside the Tim Hortons at Harbour Centre.Morin, who fled following the assault, was identified and arrested after Vancouver Police released security video and appealed to the public for help.
teams-search-for-kelowna-b-c-woman-and-dog-missing-after-walk-along-surging-creek
BCJun 15, 2022

Teams search for Kelowna, B.C., woman and dog, missing after walk along surging creek

A search is underway for a woman who has not been seen since setting out for a walk near a surging creek that is now causing localized flooding in Kelowna, B.C. Kelowna RCMP say 31 year old Chelsea Cardno left her home at around 8 a.m., and was planning to walk through the Mission Greenway bordering Mission Creek. Cardno's white BMW was found parked near the greenway but there has been no sign of her or her German shepherd dog, JJ. Search and rescue crews, backed by an RCMP helicopter and an RCMP forensic identification team searched the area Tuesday and were continuing their efforts through
fatal-stabbing-in-prince-george-under-investigation-rcmp
BCJun 15, 2022

Fatal stabbing in Prince George under investigation: RCMP

RCMP say a fatal stabbing last weekend in Prince George remains under investigation. The Mounties say officers found a man in his thirties suffering from life-threatening injuries after they received a call early Saturday morning that a person had been stabbed. They say the victim was taken to hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Police say they believe it was a targeted stabbing and there is no increased risk to the public.
BCJun 15, 2022

Unveiling of a proposed 2030 Olympic Games hosting concept that is rooted in reconciliation is a cause for celebration: Kennedy Stewart

Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart says the unveiling of a proposed 2030 Olympic Games hosting concept that is rooted in reconciliation is a cause for celebration. Vancouver and Whistler have joined the Lilwat, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh Nations in supporting the Indigenous-led, privately funded bid. It would reuse facilities built for the 2010 Winter Games while also creating a new partnership with Sun Peaks Ski Resort near Kamloops to host snowboard and freestyle skiing events. Stewart says in a statement that today's unveiling is a moment to recognize a new way of doing things where First Na

Just In

vancouver-police-seek-witnesses-after-suspicious-death-in-downtown-eastside
BCMar 25, 2026

Vancouver police seek witnesses after suspicious death in Downtown Eastside

The Vancouver Police Department says its homicide unit is investigating a suspicious death in the city’s Downtown Eastside and is asking witnesses to come forward. According to a Vancouver Police Department news release, paramedics with BC Emergency Health Services responded to a call at about 7:40 a.m. on March 20 in the south lane of the 100-block of East Hastings Street for a man in medical distress. Despite life-saving efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Police said paramedics notified officers after observing injuries considered suspicious. The case has since been taken o
b-c-police-watchdog-launches-systemic-probe-into-handling-of-sexual-misconduct-cases
BCMar 25, 2026

B.C. police watchdog launches systemic probe into handling of sexual misconduct cases

British Columbia’s police watchdog has launched a provincewide review into how municipal departments handle sexual misconduct allegations involving officers, citing concerns about recurring patterns and oversight. Prabhu Rajan, head of the Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner, said the investigation will examine internal processes used when departments investigate their own members. He said sexual misconduct in policing workplaces can undermine operational effectiveness and public trust. According to a statement from the commissioner’s office, the probe is the first “systemic inve
taxpayers-group-urges-b-c-to-suspend-fuel-tax-amid-high-gas-prices
BCMar 25, 2026

Taxpayers group urges B.C. to suspend fuel tax amid high gas prices

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation is calling on the Government of British Columbia to suspend its provincial motor fuels tax, arguing the move would reduce costs for drivers as gasoline prices remain elevated. In a statement, the group said drivers in regions including Metro Vancouver and the Capital Regional District are paying more than $2 per litre for fuel, while prices in other parts of the province are մոտ $1.80 per litre. “B.C. drivers pay the highest gas prices in the country because of the highest gas taxes from the province and regional districts,” said Carson Binda. He added
WorldMar 25, 2026

South Africa arrests 12 senior police officers in corruption probe tied to service contract

South African anti-corruption investigators have arrested 12 senior police officers on allegations of corruption and fraud, according to a statement released Wednesday by the National Prosecuting Authority’s investigative directorate. The officers appeared in court in Pretoria following their arrests. Authorities allege the case is linked to a contract involving the provision of health and wellbeing services to police personnel. A 13th individual, identified as a company director connected to the contract, was also taken into custody, the agency said. According to the prosecuting authority,
three-arrested-in-abbotsford-drug-trafficking-investigation-police-seize-cocaine-and-cash
BCMar 25, 2026

Three arrested in Abbotsford drug trafficking investigation; police seize cocaine and cash

Three people in their twenties were arrested Monday night in Abbotsford in connection with a suspected drug trafficking investigation, according to a police release. The Abbotsford Police Department said patrol officers responded shortly after 9 p.m. and located two men and one woman near the area of Gillis Avenue and McCallum Road. Police allege the individuals, who do not reside in Abbotsford, had come into the community to sell drugs. Officers seized approximately 73 grams of suspected cocaine and more than $4,500 in cash during the arrest. A 2014 Honda Civic was also seized as offence-rela