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BCOct 24, 2022

Langley shooting victim identified: IHIT

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has identified the victim of the Thursday night shooting in Willoughby. Background: On October 20, 2022, at approximately 11:15 p.m., the Langley RCMP received multiple calls of shots fired in the 7700-block of 211B Street. Officers attended and located a victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite life saving efforts from first responders, the victim succumbed to his injuries. At 11:23 p.m., Langley RCMP received reports of a vehicle fire in the area of 232 Street and 76A Avenue. The burning vehicle, a Ford F-150, matched the descr
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BCOct 22, 2022

David Eby is the new B.C. NDP leader and premier designate

David Eby is officially the leader of BC's New Democratic Party. There was no fanfare, a party official says Eby assumed the leadership at 9:30 this morning, just before he gave an address in Vancouver, his first as premier-designate, laying out his plans for the next 100 days. Eby says his goal is to use the skills he learned during his years working as a lawyer on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, listening to people, hearing them and delivering what they wanted. Eby says his immediate goals are to focus on public safety, housing, health care and climate change.
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BCOct 22, 2022

Three charged in UBC homicide: IHIT

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has arrested three men in the homicide of Vishal Walia on October 17, 2022 on the University Endowment Lands, with charges approved the BC Prosecution Service (BCPS). Background: On October 17, 2022 at 9:49 a.m., University RCMP received reports of a shooting at the University Golf Club, located in the 5100-block of University Boulevard on the University Endowment Lands. Officers attended and located Vishal Walia suffering from fatal gun shot wounds. At 10:02 a.m., a vehicle fire was reported in the laneway located in the 4000-block of W 20th A
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BCOct 22, 2022

Safety reminders this October: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is encouraging residents to make safety a priority throughout upcoming celebrations and festivities in October. Diwali and Halloween are quickly approaching, which often leads to an increased number of calls for service to police and bylaws. Traditionally a large number of the reports involve noise concerns, fireworks, and parking complaints.As per City bylaws, fireworks are not permitted to be used in Surrey without a permit granted by the Surrey Fire Service Fire Prevention Branch. Go to the City of Surrey website to learn how to obtain Fireworks Permits and additional informatio
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BCOct 22, 2022

Late report of shots fired into a residence in Newton

Surrey RCMP is advising the public of shots fired into a residence in Newton area and seeking public help in identifying the suspect vehicle. On October 20, 2022 at 09:13 a.m. Surrey RCMP received a report of bullet holes in a residential fence in the 14100-block of 72 Avenue. Officers attended the scene and located holes in a fence as well damage to the exterior of a residence. Upon further investigation officers learned that the shooting occurred on October 19, 2022 around 9:00 a.m.. CCTV footage was obtained from the area and a photo of the suspect vehicle is being disseminated for identif
BCOct 20, 2022

One man in custody as police investigate double homicide in Saanich, B.C.

Two people have been found dead in Saanich, B.C., and police in the Vancouver Island municipality say the homicides appear to be connected.One man is in custody. Police say the public is not believed to be at risk.A statement from the Saanich Police Department says its officers are working with major crime investigators.An area of the Uptown neighbourhood was behind police tape on Wednesday.Officers stayed there for most of the day and a spokesman said more information could be released later.
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BCOct 20, 2022

High Potency Fentanyl Alert: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is warning the public of a batch of high potency Fentanyl circulating and reminding people using street drugs to take appropriate precautions. It has come to the attention of Surrey RCMP that there is high potency Fentanyl circulating in the North Surrey area, which increases the risk of overdose. Street doses of Fentanyl can come in various different forms including a variety of colours and textures or pressed into a pill form that can resemble legitimate prescription drugs. The potency of Fentanyl can vary significantly, even if you have bought it from the same dealer and it loo
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BCOct 20, 2022

David Eby to be declared B.C. NDP leader on Friday

David Eby will officially be declared the leader of the B.C. New Democratic Party on Friday, clearing the way for him to be sworn in as premier. A statement from the party's chief electoral officer Elizabeth Cull says after the executive's decision last night to disqualify the only other candidate, Anjali Appadurai, she will declare Eby the new leader.Premier John Horgan had said he would leave in December, but Cull says she may adjust the election date as there is only one candidate.
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BCOct 20, 2022

Combined efforts leads to large seizure of drugs, cash and firearms: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP’s Gang Enforcement Team and Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit’s Uniform Gang Enforcement Team are sharing the results of a two month project. In August 2022, Surrey RCMP Gang Enforcement Team (SGET) and Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit’s Uniform Gang Enforcement Team (CFSEU-UGET) commenced a joint violence suppression initiative.The two month intitative focused on enhanced enforcement and intradictions, specifically targeting individulas involved in the Lower Mainland gang conflict and individuals identified as Provincial Tactical Enforcement Priorites (PTEP).O

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BCNov 02, 2026

Two Charged in Murder of Missing 11-Year-Old Kai Pavlovic in Burnaby

Police have charged two people in connection with the murder of 11-year-old Kai Pavlovic, who went missing in Burnaby in 2025. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced Monday that the child was reported missing on September 26, 2025, during a health-related check. Following an extensive investigation, 51-year-old Burnaby resident Branko Bijelic was arrested on October 30, 2026. He has been charged with second-degree murder and indignity to human remains. Meanwhile, 46-year-old Sarah Bijelic has been charged with manslaughter. Sgt. Freda Fong said there will be many questions
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AlbertaNov 02, 2026

29-Year-Old Woman Found Dead in West Edmonton Home, Police Investigating Suspicious Death

A 29-year-old woman has been found dead inside a home in West Edmonton, with police investigating the death as suspicious. According to Edmonton police, officers were called to a home near 95 Avenue and 164 Street at around 6 p.m. on Friday to conduct a welfare check. Upon arrival, they found the woman dead inside the residence. An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday to determine the exact cause of death. Homicide detectives are currently investigating the case. Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact them.
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BCNov 02, 2026

B.C. Conservatives to Form New Government on November 20, Doerkson Announces

British Columbia’s new government is set to take office on November 20, Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson announced today. According to Doerkson, the province’s newly elected MLAs will be sworn in on November 19, followed by the formation of the new cabinet on November 20. Speaking ahead of his party’s first caucus meeting in Victoria, Doerkson said his government would fulfil all the promises made to the public during the election campaign. Among the key priorities, he pledged to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), provide tax relief and strengthen pub
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CanadaNov 02, 2026

Small Businesses Set to Receive Relief in Budget as Tax Rules May Be Simplified: François-Philippe Champagne

Canada’s Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne has indicated that the federal budget to be tabled on Thursday will include new measures to support small and medium-sized businesses, potentially including steps to simplify tax procedures. Speaking during a question-and-answer session at the Canadian Club in Toronto, Champagne said the budget would be largely focused on entrepreneurs, innovators and creators, with small businesses expected to receive significant relief. Addressing the current tax system, the minister acknowledged that Canada’s tax code contains several complicated ru
BCNov 02, 2026

One person has died following a house fire in Chilliwack, British Columbia.

According to officials, the fire broke out Friday afternoon at a home near Young Road and Henley Avenue. The blaze originated in the basement of the house. Firefighters received a call about the incident at approximately 2:15 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, they discovered that someone was trapped inside the home. The Chilliwack Fire Department said firefighters worked hard to bring the blaze under control and managed to rescue one person from inside the house. Unfortunately, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Fire Chief Andrew Brown said the cause of the fire is under investiga