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BCFeb 14, 2022

ICBC set to launch online insurance renewals

People in British Columbian will soon have the added convenience of renewing their personal ICBC insurance policies online.Eligible ICBC customers with policies expiring on or after May 1, 2022, will have the option to renew their policy using their computer, tablet or mobile device. While May 1 will be the official launch date, customers can renew their insurance up to 44 days earlier, meaning some people will be able to renew online as soon as March 17, 2022. With support from ICBC’s broker network, the new online insurance service will enable customers to renew their current personal auto
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BCFeb 14, 2022

New Westminster man arrested after random transit riderspunched and kicked

A 35 year old New Westminster man has been arrested and Transit Police say five assault charges are being considered after random transit riders were punched or kicked. A release from Metro Vancouver Transit Police says five people were attacked between late October and the beginning of this month. None of them knew their attacker and police say even though the level of violence was escalating, none of the five was seriously hurt. The release does not say how quickly the suspect was arrested after the last attack on February 3rd, but Transit police say the man is known to them.
BCFeb 14, 2022

R-C-M-P arrested four people at protest near Border Crossing in Surrey

R-C-M-P say four people were arrested for mischief at a COVID-19 mandate protest near the Pacific Highway Border Crossing in Surrey this weekend.The road was blocked off by police on 176 Street and at its feeder routes to the border.R-C-M-P said some of the vehicles and protesters stayed overnight on Saturday, but most had cleared by mid-afternoon yesterday.The Canadian Border Services Agency says the border remained opened, but suggested travellers use a different crossing due to protests.
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BCFeb 11, 2022

$100,000 reward announced for any person offering information on fire at Kimberley Alpine Resort

The Kimberley RCMP along with Kimberley Alpine Resort (KAR) and Resorts of the Canadian Rockies (RCR) are seeking public assistance in identifying the individual(s) responsible for damaging the Northstar Quad Chair.KAR & RCR are offering a $100,000 (one hundred thousand dollar) reward to any individual(s) offering information that leads to the location, arrest and conviction of suspects involved in the destruction of the lift control building on December 18th, 2021.The information must be provided directly to the RCMP, not to KAR/RCR. The RCMP number in Kimberley is 250-427-4811.For more i
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BCFeb 11, 2022

Greater Victoria school board censures and suspends two school trustees

The Board of Education for the Greater Victoria School District No. 61 held a closed meeting to consider allegations of misconduct related to two Board trustees. At that meeting, the Board determined to censure those trustees for their misconduct. In addition, both Trustee Diane McNally and Trustee Rob Paynter have been suspended from their duties until October 2022.The Board was made aware of two formal complaints about bullying and harassment towards staff related to disparaging comments made publicly. Due to the serious nature of these allegations, the Board launched a third-party investiga
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BCFeb 11, 2022

City of Ottawa asks Ontario Superior Court of Justice for an injunction against protests

The City of Ottawa today asked the Ontario Superior Court of Justice for an injunction against people continuing to violate city bylaws during the ongoing protest in the city by antigovernment demonstrators. City solicitor David White says it is hoped the injunction will rein in the ``widespread disregard'' for the law by people participating in what police say is an illegal demonstration. In particular the city is looking for an injunction against noise, idling, fireworks, open air fires, encroachments on highways and illegal use of parks and city facilities.
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BCFeb 11, 2022

Joint investigation with leads to firearms and drug charges in Victoria

A joint investigation between the Victoria Police Department and the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit of BC (CFSEU-BC) has now led to criminal charges against three men.In June 2020, Victoria Police Department’s "Strike Force" unit identified an organized crime group trafficking fentanyl in Victoria. As the investigation progressed it was determined the crime group had ties to the Lower Mainland. In August 2020, acting on this information, CFSEU-BC’s Anti-Trafficking Task Force (ATTF), and Victoria Police Department’s Strike Force collaborated to begin a joint investigation dubbe
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BCFeb 10, 2022

Largest illicit fentanyl seizure in Ridge Meadows detachment history

A seven-month multi-jurisdictional investigation by the Ridge Meadows RCMP’s Street Enforcement Unit (SEU) has led to the largest fentanyl seizure by the detachment to date.In June of 2021, the SEU began an investigation into alleged street level drug activity. The investigation led police to properties in Maple Ridge and New Westminster. Utilizing covert strategies police were able to further the investigation and obtain search warrants.On February 2, 2022, the SEU executed multiple search warrants on houses in New Westminster and Maple Ridge. A large number of drugs, cash and weapons were
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BCFeb 10, 2022

Vancouver police discovers drugs and weapons from a vehicle stopped for running a red light

Vancouver police has shared information about discovering a stash of drugs and weapons. Vancouver police shared the information through a tweet. A VPD constable stopped to ticket a driver for running a red light on Granville, and ended up discovering a stash of drugs and weapons in the car. The driver, 42, had a machete under the seat, a baseball bat, body armour, and ammo. VPD says, multiple charges have now been laid by Crown.

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BCMay 04, 2026

Man arrested after alleged unauthorized access to aircraft at Vancouver International Airport

A man is in custody after a reported security breach at Vancouver International Airport early Monday, according to police. Richmond RCMP said the incident occurred at about 4 a.m., when a suspect allegedly gained unauthorized access to a parked aircraft. Police have not confirmed how the individual entered the restricted area or what their intent was. According to an RCMP statement, the man was arrested at the scene and remains in custody as the investigation continues. His identity has not been released. A spokesperson for the Vancouver Airport Authority said the incident did not disrupt airp
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CanadaMay 04, 2026

Carney attends European Political Community summit in Armenia, announces $270M for Ukraine support

Prime Minister Mark Carney has concluded his first official visit to Armenia, where he attended the 8th European Political Community summit in Yerevan, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office. The release says Carney was the first non-European leader invited to participate in the summit, which brought together heads of government and institutional leaders from across Europe. During the visit, he held bilateral meetings with representatives from Armenia, France, Italy, Poland, Spain and Ukraine, as well as leaders from the European Council and European Parliament. According
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BCMay 04, 2026

Two children seriously injured in Burnaby crash; RCMP seek witnesses and video

Two children are in hospital with serious injuries after a collision involving a vehicle in Burnaby on Saturday, according to police.Burnaby RCMP said officers responded around 12:45 p.m. to a report of a crash involving two pedestrians, identified as an 11-year-old boy and a nine-year-old girl. The incident occurred along Hastings Street, just east of Delta Avenue. Police said the driver of a grey Mercedes sedan remained at the scene. The detachment’s criminal collision investigation team has taken over the file, indicating the seriousness of the incident. In a statement, Cpl. Mike Kalanj s
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CanadaMay 04, 2026

Federal government announces $1.5B tariff relief after U.S. expands trade measures

The federal government says it will roll out $1.5 billion in tariff relief following recent changes by the United States that broadened the scope of its tariff measures last month. According to a federal announcement, the package includes a new $1 billion program through the Business Development Bank of Canada aimed at supporting the manufacturing sector. The government says the program is intended to help businesses manage cost pressures and maintain operations amid shifting trade conditions. The plan also includes a $500 million top-up to the regional tariff response fund, which provides tar
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FeaturedMay 04, 2026

Alberta separatist group to submit petition for referendum on leaving Confederation

A group advocating for Alberta’s separation from Canada is expected to submit petition signatures today to trigger a potential referendum on the issue. Mitch Sylvestre, who leads Stay Free Alberta, said the organization plans to deliver thousands of signed petition sheets to Elections Alberta’s head office in Edmonton. According to Sylvestre, the group had already surpassed the required threshold of about 178,000 signatures more than a month ago, after beginning its campaign in January. Under provincial rules, Elections Alberta must verify the signatures before any referendum question can