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BCJul 26, 2022

'Heart breaks for victims,' Trudeau says of those involved in Langley, B.C., shooting

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expressing his shock at a shooting rampage in Langley, BC. Two people were killed and two others were wounded before police shot David Goggin dead. In a post on Twitter, Trudeau says his heart breaks for the victims' loved ones and communities. BC Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth says the ``senseless act of violence'' is ``extremely disturbing.'' PM Justin Trudeau on Twitter: I’m horrified by the news that came out of Langley, BC yesterday. My heart breaks for the victims’ loved ones and communities, and my thoughts are with the people who were injure
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BCJul 26, 2022

Salvage work begins to remove barge stuck for months on Vancouver beach

Work is finally underway in Vancouver's English Bay to remove a huge barge that has been washed up on the beach for eight months. A company has begun drilling piles into the shoreline to anchor the barge while it is cut apart and removed.The city of Vancouver has said placement of the pilings is the first step in the removal process estimated to take three to four months to complete.The barge broke free of its moorings during a fierce storm and extremely high tide last November.It washed up high on the sand and rocks near Sunset Beach, defeating all efforts to drag it free earlier this year.Va
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BCJul 26, 2022

Two men charged in Whistler, B.C., shooting that left two dead

Two men in the 20s have been charged with first-degree murder in a double homicide in Whistler, B.C. Police say the BC Prosecution Service has approved the charges against 24-year-old Gursimran Sahota and 20-year-old Tanvir Khakh, both from Surrey. RCMP say the suspects were arrested on the Sea-to-Sky highway shortly after the shooting on Sunday, which took place in the Whistler Blackcomb resort's village near Sundial Hotel. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said in an earlier statement that a burning vehicle discovered on a Whistler street was believed to be associated with the shoo
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BCJul 25, 2022

Former Kelowna social worker sentenced to five years in prison

A former Kelowna social worker accused of stealing money from children in provincial care has been sentenced to five years in prison. BC Supreme Court Justice Steven Wilson handed down the sentence more than a year after Robert Riley Saunders pleaded guilty to fraud over $5,000 and also imposed shorter and concurrent terms for breach of trust and forgery. Saunders misappropriated an estimated $460,000 dollars from the Ministry of Children and Family Development by opening joint accounts with 24 youths in his care, many of them Indigenous, and then taking their benefits. The provincial governm
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BCJul 25, 2022

Four people shot in Langley, B.C., over six-hour period: RCMP

A series of deadly shootings in Langley, B.C., started about six hours before RCMP issued a cellphone alert warning the public. RCMP Sgt. David Lee says the alert, which was issued around 6:20 a.m., was done ``at the appropriate time'' when police were able to tie the events together. Two men were found dead, a woman was critically hurt and another man was shot in the leg at separate scenes around the Metro Vancouver community. The first shooting took place around midnight, while the suspect was confronted and killed by police at about 5:45 a.m., near where the final victim was wounded. Lee s
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BCJul 22, 2022

Man wanted in assault on mom, toddler in Vancouver back in custody

A man wanted B.C. wide for allegedly assaulting a mom and her toddler is back in custody, after VPD officers arrested him in Chinatown earlier today. Shakwan Kelly, 27, was arrested shortly before 8 a.m. on Keefer Street, after a witness recognized him from media reports and flagged over a VPD officer who was patrolling the neighbourhood.Kelly, who was wanted for failing to attend court following the alleged July 9 assault, was returned to jail.Vancouver Police continue to investigate Kelly’s alleged involvement in a number of criminal offences that occurred the morning of July 9 in the Down
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BCJul 22, 2022

Vancouver councillors unanimously pass a motion to install sideguards on city-owned trucks

Vancouver councillors have unanimously passed a motion to install sideguards on city-owned trucks and advocate for the requirement of the guards on all other large trucks. The guards would prevent cyclists or pedestrians from being swept under the back wheels of a big rig if the truck suddenly turns in front of them. The motion followed a collision in Vancouver last month that killed cyclist Augustin Beltran. In addition to upgrading city vehicles with sideguards, council will also send a letter to Transport Canada asking it to make the guards necessary on all large trucks.
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BCJul 21, 2022

Police arrest male involved in "Grandparent Scam" in West Vancouver

Police are warning the public to be on alert after a West Vancouver senior was almost defrauded of $16,000 in a scam known as the "Grandparent Scam." On July 19th, 2022, the 80-year-old victim received a phone call from a man who claimed to be ‘Officer Baker’ from North Vancouver RCMP. The fraudster claimed that he had arrested his grandson and needed bail money to release his grandson from police custody. The fraudster then handed the phone over to another man who claimed to be the grandson. The fraudsters were able to convince the victim to withdraw $16,000.00. The victim then received a
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BCJul 21, 2022

B.C. ending immigration detention arrangement with CBSA, citing human rights

British Columbia is ending an arrangement with Canada Border Services Agency to hold immigration detainees in provincial correctional centres, saying the arrangement doesn't align with its stance on human rights. Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth says in a statement the province conducted a review that analyzed all aspects of its contract with the agency, including public safety, and consulted with advocacy groups. He says it brought to light that aspects of the arrangement don't align with the government's commitment to upholding human rights standards or its dedication to pursuing socia

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CanadaAug 05, 2026

Indian-origin hiker missing on Vancouver Island, massive search operation underway

An Indian-origin man has gone missing while hiking in Strathcona Provincial Park on Vancouver Island, prompting an extensive search operation involving helicopters, search dogs and specialized rescue teams. According to RCMP, 25-year-old Keshav Jindal was last seen hiking on Mount Albert Edward on the afternoon of Aug. 3. He has not been seen or heard from since. RCMP said Jindal is approximately 5-foot-7 in height. Comox Valley Search and Rescue spokesperson Paul Berry said Jindal was hiking toward the summit with a companion when the two became separated along the trail. He failed to return
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CanadaAug 05, 2026

WestJet resumes normal operations after flight attendant strike

Canada's second-largest airline, WestJet, has announced that it has fully resumed normal operations following disruptions caused by a flight attendant strike. The airline said it is back to its regular schedule and is continuing to rebook passengers whose flights were cancelled over the weekend. According to WestJet, all scheduled flights on Wednesday are operating without disruption. The airline also thanked customers for their patience as it worked to restore services throughout the week. Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium shows that after more than 900 flights were cancelled between S
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WorldAug 05, 2026

Trump says US-Iran talks made "very good" progress, raising hopes of easing tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump has said his administration's day-long talks with Iran on Tuesday were "very good," raising fresh hopes that the five-month-long conflict could soon move toward a resolution. Following Trump's remarks, oil prices fell across Asian markets while stock markets rallied, reflecting growing investor optimism. Markets are anticipating a possible agreement that could help restore shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for global energy supplies. Trump has previously warned that failure to reach a deal with Iran could lead to large-scale military act
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BCAug 05, 2026

Dodge Pickup Crashes Outside Abbotsford A&W, Driver Hospitalized

A Dodge pickup truck crashed outside an A&W restaurant in Abbotsford on Wednesday morning after veering off the road along Sumas Way between Marshall Road and South Fraser Way. According to Abbotsford Police, the truck left the roadway, struck a light pole and then came to rest on the retaining wall beneath the restaurant's drive-thru sign. The impact also knocked down a nearby hotel sign. Police shared details of the incident at around 8:30 a.m. Officers cordoned off the restaurant entrance with police tape while emergency crews responded to the scene. The driver, who was injured in the c
CanadaAug 05, 2026

Project Nokargo leads to seizure of 392 stolen vehicles worth $28 million

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have uncovered an attempt to illegally export 392 stolen vehicles as part of Project Nokargo. Authorities say the recovered vehicles have an estimated value of $28 million. According to the CBSA, the pilot initiative was launched in June 2025 in partnership with the RCMP, Interpol Ottawa and the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC). The project's primary goal is to disrupt the illegal export of stolen vehicles through Canada's major seaports, and officials say it has already