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BCJul 24, 2025

Third suspect arrested in B.C. murder case of Harjit Singh Dhadda

A third suspect has been arrested in B.C. in the murder of businessman Harjit Singh Dhadda in Mississauga. Delta Police and RCMP arrested the suspect, 22-year-old Shaheel, in Delta, after which he was handed over to Peel Police in Ontario, where he is charged with first-degree murder. Two suspects, Aman and Digvijay, both 21 years old, who were previously arrested in this case, were also from Delta. It is worth noting that Harjit Singh Dhadda was shot in broad daylight on May 14. The family alleges that the suspects demanded a ransom of $500,000. Dhadda was shot 15 to 16 times and died sho
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BCJul 24, 2025

Three dead in Maple Ridge, B.C., one involving self-inflicted injury

British Columbia's police watchdog says three people are dead after an overnight incident in Maple Ridge. Spokeswoman Rebecca Whalen with the Independent Investigations Office of B.C. says RCMP reported that two people were dead before police arrived and one person subsequently died of what appeared to be a self-inflicted injury.
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BCJul 24, 2025

Police investigate 'suspicious' death of care home patient in Abbotsford, B.C.

Police say they are investigating the "suspicious" death of a patient who had been living in a care home in Abbotsford, B.C. The Abbotsford Police Department says the local hospital called police about two patients who had been transferred from Menno Home while experiencing "medical emergencies that raised concerns due to their suspicious nature." A statement from police says they were called on July 6 and one of the patients died on July 10. It says the Abbotsford major crime unit then took conduct of the investigation. Police say detectives are in the early stages of a "complex case" and the
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BCJul 23, 2025

Cochrane RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing mother and daughter

Cochrane, Alta. - Cochrane RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating missing mother and daughter. 30-year-old Ashley Bartley and 4-year-old Marlie Myers were last seen in Cochrane on July 12, 2025. They may be travelling in a white 2021 Chevrolet Spark, bearing Alberta licence CWH 6991. They are also linked to a brown Chevrolet Silverado bearing Alberta licence CTK 2994. It is believed they may be in the Vancouver area and there is concern for their wellbeing. Ashley is described as: 5 foot 4 inches tall and 130 poundsLong, brown hair and brown eyesLast seen wearing a white t-shirt, sho
BCJul 23, 2025

Richmond man sentenced for contravening Securities Act

Vancouver – A Richmond resident has been sentenced after being found guilty of trading in securities without being registered and trading in securities without filing a prospectus, following an investigation by the BC Securities Commission (BCSC). Richard Yung Shyang Chen was convicted and fined $4001 on July 4 at the conclusion of a trial in Vancouver Provincial Court. Chen, a registered mutual fund dealing representative, promoted and facilitated two trades in investment contracts that were outside the scope of his registration, while also working as a bookkeeper for the organization offer
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BCJul 23, 2025

Three people trapped in B.C.'s Red Chris mine, Premier David Eby says

Three miners have been trapped underground at British Columbia's Red Chris copper and gold mine. B.C. Premier David Eby released the news at the end of the premiers' gathering in Ontario. Eby said to the best of the government's knowledge the workers are uninjured and in a refuge area at the mine in B.C.'s northern Interior. The premier said they are in contact with the mine's owner which is working with world-leading mining rescue experts. "B.C. miners are the best in the world. Our rescue teams are exceptional, and they will be working overtime to bring these workers home safely to their fam
BCJul 22, 2025

Warrants issued for Nanaimo woman

Warrants have been issued for the arrest of 36-year Amie Kloss. Kloss recently failed to appear in Nanaimo Provincial Court for a scheduled court appearance. Therefore, warrants were issued for her arrest. Kloss is before the courts from an incident stemming from March of 2025 where it is alleged, she was involved in a motor vehicle incident, fled from attending officers and allegedly drove a vehicle in a dangerous manner. Her whereabouts are currently unknown. Kloss is also wanted on unrelated warrants from Ladysmith and Oceanside RCMP. Amie Kloss is Caucasian woman, 5 foot three inches t
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BCJul 22, 2025

Murder probe after boy, 15, stabbed to death on downtown Vancouver street

Police say a 15-year-old boy was stabbed to death near Vancouver's Robson Square over the weekend and the killing is being investigated as a murder. No arrests have been made, and police say they are not releasing the name of the victim, who was from Surrey, B.C. Police are asking anyone with information about the stabbing that investigators believe happened around 11:40 p.m. Saturday to come forward. Officers believe there was a "violent altercation" near the Vancouver Law Courts at Smithe and Hornby Street. A passerby called police who found the injured boy on Hornby Street, but despite the
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BCJul 22, 2025

Surrey: Kap's café reopens after shooting incident

Kap’s Café, the Surrey business owned by comedian Kapil Sharma and his wife Ginni, has reopened after being closed for about 10 days following a shooting earlier this month. When Connect FM visited the café this afternoon, staff declined to comment on camera but confirmed operations had resumed. Around 10 customers were inside and the atmosphere appeared calm, though a Surrey Police Service vehicle remained parked outside as a precaution. Shots were fired at the café on July 10 at about 1:50 a.m., forcing the closure. The reopening has also prompted new operating hours – the café will

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CanadaJul 06, 2026

Astronaut Jeremy Hansen to leave Canadian Space Agency in September

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen is leaving the Canadian Space Agency after announcing he will step down in September to pursue new professional opportunities, the agency said. Hansen, who made history earlier this year by taking part in NASA's Artemis 2 mission around the Moon, informed the agency of his decision to leave the astronaut corps. According to the Canadian Space Agency, he will continue serving as a reservist with the Royal Canadian Air Force after his departure. The Canadian Space Agency did not provide additional details about Hansen's future plans or identify the professional o
AlbertaJul 06, 2026

Warm weather expected to return to Calgary after stormy weekend

Warm and dry weather is expected to return to Calgary following a stormy weekend, with above-seasonal temperatures forecast over the next seven to 10 days. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, heat warnings may also remain in effect for parts of Alberta during the period. Central and southern Alberta are expected to see near-seasonal temperatures on Monday, with Calgary forecast to reach a high of 22 C. Temperatures are then expected to climb through the week, ranging between 25 C and 29 C. Smoke from ongoing wildfires in the Northwest Territories and Saskatchewan could drift in
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AlbertaJul 06, 2026

Smith, Ford unveil proposed Alberta–Ontario oil pipeline route at Calgary Stampede

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Ontario Premier Doug Ford have unveiled the proposed route for a west-to-east oil pipeline that would transport crude from Alberta to Ontario without crossing into the United States. According to an announcement by the Alberta and Ontario governments, the proposed pipeline would extend approximately 3,300 kilometres from Hardisty, Alta., to refineries in Sarnia, Ont. The Ontario government said the project would have the capacity to move up to 500,000 barrels of crude oil per day and could reduce Canada's reliance on imported refined petroleum products. Smith
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CanadaJul 06, 2026

Canada seeks clarity after U.S. proposes annual CUSMA reviews

Canada's Minister responsible for Canada–U.S. Trade, Dominic LeBlanc, says the Trump administration's proposal to review the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) every year instead of extending it in its current form until 2042 has created significant uncertainty for Ottawa. According to LeBlanc, both Canada and Mexico had sought to maintain the trade agreement for another 16 years to provide long-term certainty for businesses and investors. However, Washington has indicated it is considering substantial changes to the agreement. LeBlanc said he and Mexico's Economy Secretary Ma
WorldJul 06, 2026

Deadly prison clashes in Sri Lanka leave at least 20 dead, more than 100 injured

At least 20 people were killed and more than 100 others injured after violent clashes erupted at a prison in Negombo, north of Sri Lanka's capital, according to local media reports and police. The unrest began Sunday at the prison in Negombo, about 35 kilometres north of Colombo, and continued into Monday. Authorities have not released details on what triggered the violence. According to local television station Hiru, those killed include both inmates and prison officials. The broadcaster also reported that more than 100 people were injured in the incident. Police spokesperson Chandana Herath