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BCJan 21, 2023

Burnaby RCMP: Missing person to locate, Zenaeh Edwards-Helgason

Burnaby RCMP is seeking assistance from the public in locating missing 17-year-old Zenaeh Edwards-Helgason. Edwards-Helgason was reported missing to Saanich Police on December 19, 2022. It is believed she has been spotted in various locations in the Lower Mainland since she was reported missing, with the most recent possible sighting happening in Burnaby on Thursday, January 19, 2023. Edwards-Helgason is described as:•Average build•Black hair•5’6 tallBurnaby RCMP is assisting Saanich Police with the investigation.Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Zenaeh Edwards-Helgason in
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BCJan 20, 2023

Sophisticated identification forgery lab located and dismantled in Richmond residence

Richmond RCMP Organized Crime Unit execute a search warrant on an alleged sophisticated identification forgery lab in a residence in Richmond. On December 22, 2022, Richmond RCMP Economic Crime Unit (ECU) and Drug Target Team executed a search warrant at a residence of a suspected forgery lab. Upon entering, officers discovered evidence consistent with a sophisticated forged identification lab.Items seized during the search included:High end printers and laminators including those capable of forging security features in governmental identification;Thousands of blank identification cards;Numer
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BCJan 20, 2023

ICBC: ZOOOOM and U2SLOW among some of the rejected B.C. personalized licence plates in 2022

You won't see BLU BYU, SHIRAZ, and HELL NO on a licence plate in B.C., as these are among the 3,135 personalized licence plate slogans that were rejected by ICBC in 2022.​ In total, ICBC received 9,467 slogan requests for personalized licence plates last year, with 67% approved and 33% not making the cut. Slogans are rejected if they don't meet guidelines and criteria or if they're deemed objectionable. For instance, if they're discriminatory, sexually suggestive, abusive or derogatory in any language. Every personalized licence plate application ICBC receives is thoroughly reviewed by a ded
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BCJan 19, 2023

IHIT appeal to public on two-year anniversary of Trina Hunt investigation

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) continue to investigate the murder of Trina Hunt. Background: On January 18, 2021, 48-year-old Trina Hunt was reported missing to the Port Moody Police Department. An extensive search was conducted by police, Trina’s family and members of the community. On March 29, 2021, investigators located a body near Hope, south of Silver Creek. A few weeks later, IHIT confirmed the remains were that of Trina Hunt. (Photo of Trina Hunt) IHIT continue to investigate this homicide in pursuit of justice for Trina, Trina’s family and the entire community.
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BCJan 19, 2023

B.C. officer who died in avalanche posthumously promoted to detective, funeral hears

A funeral service for the British Columbia police officer who died in an avalanche last week has heard he was a selfless person with a wicked sense of humour. Constable Wade Tittemore was killed and his co-worker was badly injured when the slide came down while they were skiing in BC's backcountry. Speaking at the service today, Nelson Chief Constable Donovan Fisher says Tittemore was dedicated and that's why he has been posthumously promoted to detective. Tittemore, who was 43 years old, had been with Nelson police for four years and the Calgary Police Service for 11 years before that.
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BCJan 19, 2023

Serial refund fraudster arrested by North Vancouver RCMP

The North Vancouver RCMP have made an arrest after a report was made by a business owner claiming they were defrauded by an employee of $80,000. On January 11th 2023, a West Vancouver woman in her 30s was arrested by investigators for Fraud over $5000. Its is alleged the employee was hired by a local business in North Vancouver. During her employment from June to September 2021, it is alleged she made several large refunds to her personal credit cards.The business owner was away on a trip during the period when the refunds occurred. When the owner returned, he discovered the refunds and immedi
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BCJan 18, 2023

Charges laid in death of Amy Watts

Following an 18-month long investigation in the disappearance of 26-year-old Amy WATTS, a charge of Manslaughter has been approved against her former boyfriend, 38-year-old Kyle Gordon ORDWAY. On January 16, 2023, Nanaimo Crown Counsel, in close consultation with the Nanaimo RCMP Serious Crime Unit, approved the charge against ORDWAY. Amy WATTS was originally from Prince Edward Island and had moved to Vancouver Island several years prior. She was in a relationship with ORDWAY up until her disappearance in May of 2021.ORDWAY is currently in custody on an unrelated matter. His next court appeara
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BCJan 18, 2023

Vancouver: Ex-Uber driver convicted of sex assault

A former Uber driver has been convicted and sentenced for sexual assault following a Vancouver Police investigation that began in 2021, after a then-21-year-old woman came forward to police. Mohammed Abu Sayed, 69, was given a six-month conditional sentence that includes two months house arrest, followed by 18 months of probation. During that time, he is banned from operating any ride-share vehicle, taxi, limousine or any other mode of transportation for remuneration. He is also banned from liquor stores, bars, pubs, nightclubs, beer gardens, and any other place where minors are prohibited by
BCJan 18, 2023

Vancouver Police investigate Downtown Eastside homicide

Vancouver Police are investigating a homicide in the Downtown Eastside. Officers were called to an SRO hotel near East Hastings and Carrall Street shortly before 7 a.m. today and discovered a man who was deceased. The victim has not been identified. There is no ongoing risk to the public. Anyone with information is asked to call VPD’s Homicide Unit at 604-717-2500.

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Carney Signals Controlled Increase in Immigration

Prime Minister Mark Carney has signalled that Canada could begin a controlled increase in immigration after bringing the country’s immigration system back under control. In another part of an interview with a private broadcaster, Carney said the immigration system is now under control and that the next question is how to begin a controlled increase in the country’s population. His comments come exactly one month before the government is expected to announce its immigration targets for the next three years. The previous three federal immigration plans focused on reducing the number of newco
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AlbertaSep 29, 2026

Calgary Chamber Warns of Economic Fallout From Alberta Split

A report commissioned by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce warns of significant economic consequences if Alberta were to separate from Canada. The study, led by University of Calgary economist Trevor Tombe, estimates that trade costs could increase by 5% to 8%, potentially resulting in 44,000 to 69,000 fewer jobs in Calgary compared with remaining in Canada. The report notes that Alberta is Canada’s most trade-exposed jurisdiction, making the province particularly vulnerable to higher trade costs. The report comes three weeks before Albertans vote on 10 referendum questions, including one on
CanadaSep 29, 2026

RCMP Charges 16 in Major Quebec Cocaine Trafficking Investigation

The RCMP in Quebec has charged 16 people following an investigation into a major cocaine trafficking network allegedly operating in the province. Police said the operation, known as Project Chrome, began in 2022 with significant assistance from the Canada Revenue Agency. Investigators allege the organization operated an illegal gaming house in Montreal and used proceeds from drug trafficking to renovate properties linked to the group and launder money. During searches, police seized 14 kilograms of cocaine, more than $145,000 in cash and assets valued at over $9 million. According to details r
BCSep 29, 2026

Langley Shooting Leaves One Person Injured, Police Investigating

Langley RCMP are investigating a shooting in which one person was injured in the Brookswood area. Police said the incident occurred early Monday morning in the 3000-block of 205 Street. Langley RCMP officers and BC Emergency Health Services personnel responded shortly after receiving reports of gunfire and transported the injured person to hospital. According to Sgt. Zanel Sharoum, investigators believe the shooting was a targeted incident based on preliminary findings. Police are speaking with witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage as part of the investigation. The victim's identity has not bee
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BCSep 29, 2026

B.C. Conservatives Accuse Eby of Breaking $1,000 Grocery Rebate Promise

The B.C. Conservatives have launched an attack on the B.C. NDP and Leader David Eby during the provincial election campaign, accusing them of breaking election promises and pursuing failed economic policies. The Conservatives claim that exactly two years ago, the B.C. NDP promised to provide every family in British Columbia with a $1,000 grocery rebate but abandoned the commitment after winning the election. B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doerkson questioned how voters could trust the NDP after the alleged broken promise, arguing that the province needs a change in government. Doerkson also cr