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BCNov 16, 2021

Surrey RCMP asking for people's help in locating 22 year old Bhavneet Singh

Surrey RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance with locating a missing 22 year old missing man. Bhavneet Singh was last seen Nov 9 in the 7300 block of 146A Street in Surrey. Singh is described as a 22-year-old South Asian Male, 5’7", 85 Kg and wears a Turban. He has reddish brown beard and brown eyes. It is unknown what he was wearing when he was last seen. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502.
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BCNov 16, 2021

Help identify sexual assault suspect: Surrey RCMP

Surrey RCMP is releasing a sketch of a suspect from a sexual assault that occurred in Hawthorne Park over the weekend and asking for the public’s assistance identifying him.On November 13, 2021, just after midnight, Surrey RCMP received a report of someone screaming in the area of 106 Avenue and 142 Street. Police attended the area and located a woman who had been physically and sexually assaulted in Hawthorne Park.The victim initially met the suspect in the 10500-block of King George Boulevard and they walked to a secondary location. While en route to the location, they walked through a woo
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BCNov 16, 2021

Burrard Street Bridge reopened after it was closed due to concern about a huge barge: City of Vancouver

The City of Vancouver says the Burrard Street Bridge has reopened after it was closed last night due to concern about a huge barge that had grounded nearby. The barge broke free during a powerful windstorm that followed the torrential rains that lashed southern BC between Saturday and Monday night. Winds tossed the barge on the rocks of Sunset Beach and there were concerns it could refloat overnight and drift into the usually busy bridge. A statement from the city says calmer weather and low winds have cut the risk of the barge drifting away, but the situation is being monitored closely.
BCNov 16, 2021

Insurance Bureau of Canada says its CAMP help home or business owners understand the process needed to file an insurance claim after floods

The Insurance Bureau of Canada says it is sending its mobile support unit to communities in BC where floods have caused severe damage. A statement from the bureau says its Community Assistance Mobile Pavilion or CAMP is staffed by trained insurance industry specialists who can help home or business owners understand the process needed to file an insurance claim. The bureau says home insurance policies in Canada never used to cover loss or damage from overland flooding but many insurers now offer overland flood coverage as an add-on to standard home insurance policies. It says it is also worki
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BCNov 16, 2021

BC government introduces legislation to prevent ``disruptive behaviour'' from affecting schools and health-care facilities

The BC government announced it has introduced legislation it says would prevent ``disruptive behaviour'' from affecting schools and health-care facilities. Premier John Horgan says in a statement that people protesting COVID-19 rules have blocked access to health-care facilities and schools, and while everyone has a right to protest, interference with patients and children is unacceptable. The province says the legislation would establish 20-metre zones preventing protests around hospitals, schools and COVID-19 vaccination and test centres, making it offence to impede access to the facilities
BCNov 16, 2021

Helicopters rescue 275 stranded motorists, efforts now turn to debris field

A search was set to continue today for anyone who may have been trapped in debris after a weekend of torrential rain led to several mudslides along BC highways, though there were no reports of fatalities on Monday. Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth told a news conference that 275 people had to be rescued by helicopter after being trapped by slides on Highway 7 between Agassiz and Hope, while another 50 vehicles had been stuck near Lillooet. Captain Jonathan Gormick with Vancouver's Urban Search and Rescue Team says crews would be searching today for signs of buried vehicles or anyone trap
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BCNov 16, 2021

Barge drifts aimlessly through Vancouver waters before beaching itself

A loose barge drifted around Vancouver's False Creek on Monday before grounding itself on a Stanley Park beach. The Canadian Coast Guard said in a statement the barge's owner has been contacted and plans to retrieve it as soon as possible. It says it's not aware of anyone on board or any risks of pollution. There were no hydrocarbons on board. Its statement says coast guard crews from Kitsilano's base have been on the water near the barge ensuring the scene is safe.It says the owner of the barge is responsible for securing, salvaging and arranging a tow.
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BCNov 16, 2021

B.C. reports 1,270 new COVID-19 cases and 16 deaths over the weekend

Over a three-day period, B.C. is reporting 1,270 new cases of COVID-19, including 10 epi-linked cases, for a total of 213,020 cases in the province: Nov. 12-13: 502 new casesNov. 13-14: 387 new casesNov. 14-15: 381 new casesThere are 3,837 active cases of COVID-19 in the province, and 206,665 people who tested positive have recovered. Of the active cases, 376 individuals are in hospital and 116 are in intensive care. The remaining people are recovering at home in self-isolation.In the past 72 hours, 16 new deaths have been reported, for an overall total of 2,273.The new deaths include:Fraser H
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BCNov 15, 2021

PM Trudeau asks people of Merritt and all British Columbians affected by the flooding

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has shown concern about conditions in B.C. Trudeau tweeted about the situation and asked the people in the affected areas to stay safe. PM Trudeau's tweet: To the people of Merritt, and to all British Columbians affected by the flooding: please stay safe. And as Minister Blair said, we’re ready to provide whatever assistance is needed as you deal with and recover from the flooding and this extreme weather. We’re here for you.Bill Blayer's tweet: We will always be there for Canadians in need, and are closely monitoring the situation in Southern BC. We have been

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BCOct 30, 2026

Metro Vancouver Board Delays 2027 Budget Vote Until New Board Takes Office

The Metro Vancouver Board has postponed a vote on its 2027 budget and five-year financial plan during its final meeting on Friday. Newly elected Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum had recently called for the meeting to be cancelled, arguing that voters had replaced mayors in 13 of the region’s 21 municipalities. He said there was little point in the outgoing board making decisions about future budgets and plans. Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West and Delta Coun. Dylan Kruger were among several leaders who supported the decision. They argued that the current board had lost its mandate and that the incomi
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BCOct 30, 2026

Todd Matsumoto Appointed Surrey Police Chief

The Surrey Police Service (SPS) has appointed a new chief following the removal of former Chief Constable Norm Lipinski. The SPS Board announced Friday that Todd Matsumoto, who had been serving as interim chief, has officially been appointed as the city's Chief Constable. Surrey Police Board Chair Perm Jawanda expressed confidence in Matsumoto, describing him as the right leader to guide the SPS. Matsumoto brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in policing and public safety. He has been serving as interim chief since June 2026, replacing Lipinski. Following his appointment, Matsumo
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BCOct 30, 2026

David Eby Absent as B.C. NDP Selects Jennifer Whiteside as Interim Leader

Former B.C. NDP leader David Eby was absent from a key caucus meeting held Thursday, during which Jennifer Whiteside was unanimously elected as the party’s new interim leader. Whiteside confirmed that Eby did not attend the meeting in person or join virtually. According to reports, Eby apologized and took full responsibility for the party’s election defeat during a final online meeting with outgoing MLAs on Wednesday. However, he reportedly added that he would have made the same decision under the circumstances, prompting frustration among several MLAs. The following day, Eby was absent wh
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CanadaOct 30, 2026

Modi to Visit Canada on December 11–12, May Address 30,000-Person Gathering

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada for two days on December 11 and 12 at the invitation of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. According to reports, Modi will address a gathering of the Indo-Canadian community in Toronto on December 11, with approximately 30,000 people expected to attend. However, his visit could extend beyond two days, although the final itinerary has yet to be confirmed. After completing his official bilateral engagements in Ottawa and Toronto, Modi will travel to the United States to attend the G20 Leaders' Summit. The visit is also expected to provide a
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AlbertaOct 30, 2026

Edmonton Police Investigate Suspicious Death of 2-Year-Old Girl

Edmonton police are investigating the suspicious death of a 2-year-old girl in the Castle Downs neighbourhood. Police received a report of a sudden child death at a home in the area at approximately 2 p.m. on October 10. Officers immediately responded to the scene. The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) Homicide Section has taken over the investigation. An autopsy has been completed, but the medical examiner is awaiting toxicology results to determine the exact cause of death. Police have not released any further details as the investigation continues.