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BCJul 25, 2025

Coquitlam RCMP searching for wanted male Christopher Ryan Becker

Coquitlam RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 33-year-old Christopher Ryan Becker who is unlawfully at large from a designated facility and wanted on a Form 49 Warrant of Committal. Becker was last seen on July 24, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m. in Coquitlam, British Columbia. Becker can be described as: • 33 years old; • 6’/183 cm in height; • Approximately 295 lbs/134 kg; • Brown eyes; • Stocky build; • Medium-length brown hair. Becker was last seen wearing a black sweater, blue shorts and orange sandals. Police are asking anyone who sees, may have
BCJul 25, 2025

Three workers who were trapped in a remote northern British Columbia mine have been rescued

Red Chris mine operator Newmont Corporation says the threeCmen were safely brought to the surface at about 10:40 p-m yesterday. Newmont says Kevin Coumbs, Darien Maduke and Jesse Chubaty- contractors for B-C-based Hy-Tech Drilling -- were all in good health and good spirits. In a statement, Newmont says the men had consistent access to food, water, and air in a refuge chamber. The men had spent more than 60 hours underground in the gold and copper mine, located about 500 kilometres northwest of Terrace,B-C, after being trapped by two rockfalls on Tuesday morning. Newmont says a comprehen
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BCJul 24, 2025

Guru Nanak Jahaz Remembrance Day organized in Surrey

The City of Surrey hosted a special ceremony on Wednesday, July 23, to mark Guru Nanak Jahaz Remembrance Day, honouring Sikh migration history and the contributions of early pioneers. The event, organized by the Guru Nanak Jahaz Society and Wanjara Nomad Collections, drew community members of all ages to Surrey City Hall, alongside representatives from all three levels of government. Mayor Brenda Locke’s proclamation was presented by councillors Harry Bains, Linda Ennis, and Mandeep Nagra to Jagmeet Singh Khalra, great-grandson of human rights defender Bhai Harnam Singh Khalra. Proclamations
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BCJul 24, 2025

Construction starts on new BC Cancer centre in Kamloops

Construction has begun on a new BC Cancer centre in Kamloops that will provide people in the Thompson-Cariboo-Shuswap region with better access to cancer care closer to home. "This new BC Cancer centre in Kamloops is the single largest capital investment into the expansion of cancer care in the Kamloops region,” said Bowinn Ma, Minister of Infrastructure. “By building a facility equipped with the latest technology designed to meet the growing treatment needs of patients in the area, we're helping more people have access to high-quality cancer care closer to home. This project is part of o
BCJul 24, 2025

More support on the way to strengthen rural communities

Rural and remote communities, First Nations and not-for-profit organizations can submit applications to fund projects that strengthen and diversify their economies. This is through the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program (REDIP). The fourth intake opened on Thursday, July 24, 2025, and runs until Oct. 31, 2025. In its first three years, REDIP will have invested as much as $142 million in more than 450 projects throughout B.C. that will create an estimated 7,000 jobs in rural areas. These projects promote economic diversification, resilience, clean-economy opportunities a
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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

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BCAug 14, 2026

Peter Milobar Announces Departure from B.C. Conservative Caucus

Senior B.C. Conservative MLA Peter Milobar has formally announced that he is leaving the party caucus, effective immediately. He will now sit as an independent MLA for Kamloops Centre in the B.C. legislature. Milobar said that over the past several months, it had become increasingly clear to him that his personal values no longer aligned with the party’s new direction under Leader Kami-Leon Findlay. He said he fully respects Findlay’s right to shape the party according to her vision, but stressed that his top priority remains serving the people of Kamloops Centre, a commitment that has not
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IndiaAug 14, 2026

Gunfire Outside Former Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh’s Residence

A firing incident involving the vehicle of former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and former Head Granthi of Sri Harmandir Sahib, Giani Raghbir Singh, has come to light. The incident was discovered when his driver noticed a bullet lodged in the vehicle while cleaning it and immediately informed the police. Giani Raghbir Singh said police have launched an investigation into the incident. He added that he also checked the CCTV footage outside his residence. According to the footage, a sound believed to be a gunshot was heard at around 11:04 p.m. on August 12, after which the security guard pres
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BCAug 14, 2026

B.C. Premier Announces Three Cabinet Changes as Brenda Bailey Takes Leave for Cancer Treatment

British Columbia Premier David Eby has announced three cabinet changes following Finance Minister Brenda Bailey’s decision to take a leave of absence for cancer treatment and recovery. Bailey has been diagnosed with early-stage cancer that is treatable. She is expected to begin treatment in late August 2026 and return to work in early October. She will remain a member of cabinet during her leave. Effective August 14, the changes are: Josie Osborne — Minister of Finance Ravi Kahlon — Minister of Health Brenda Bailey — Minister of Jobs and Economic Growth Bailey is returning to the
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BCAug 14, 2026

Downtown Vancouver stranger assault: VPD seeks witnesses

Vancouver Police are investigating a random assault that left a man seriously injured near Nelson and Richards streets. Police say a couple was walking back to their hotel after attending a concert at around 11:45 p.m. when a stranger approached from behind and punched one of them in the face. The victim fell and struck his head on the pavement. The suspect then fled toward Granville Street. The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries. The suspect is described as a white man, approximately 5'5" to 5'8" tall, aged 20 to 35, with a medium build. He was reportedly wearing fingerless gl
CanadaAug 14, 2026

Greer Takes Tough Stance Amid Canada-U.S. Tariff Talks

As Canada continues efforts to secure a tariff deal with the United States, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has issued a strong response. Speaking to reporters in Des Moines, Iowa, on Friday, Greer said the proposed 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods are not a sudden decision. He said they are a response to retaliatory measures previously imposed by Canada against U.S. products. Greer criticized Canada for imposing retaliatory tariffs rather than engaging directly with Washington, comparing the approach to the strategy used by countries such as China. He pointed to Canadian measure