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BCAug 31, 2026

Drug Trafficking Network Operator Tyler Missen Sentenced to 11.5 Years in Prison

A man identified as Tyler Missen has been sentenced to 11.5 years in prison following an RCMP-led investigation into a drug trafficking network operating across several cities in B.C. According to RCMP, the trafficking network was linked to Chilliwack, Abbotsford and Langley. On June 29, police carried out searches at multiple locations, seizing large quantities of drugs, weapons, vehicles and Canadian currency. Three people were arrested during the operation. Missen, a Langley resident, pleaded guilty on July 2 while in custody to drug trafficking and weapons-related offences. On August 26, t
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CanadaAug 31, 2026

Former Punjabi Lawyer Arrested in $4.3M Mortgage Fraud Investigation

Peel Regional Police in Ontario have arrested a former Punjabi lawyer in connection with an alleged $4.3-million mortgage and cheque fraud investigation. The accused has been identified as 52-year-old Pawanjeet Singh Mann. According to police, Mann is alleged to have been involved in mortgage fraud-related activities since 2019. His licence to practise law was revoked by the Ontario Law Society Tribunal in July 2025. Between June and July of this year, Peel police received several complaints against Mann. An investigation was launched in August, during which investigators alleged that Mann was
AlbertaAug 31, 2026

Road Rage Leads to SUV Vandalism, Police Search for Suspect Truck

Police are searching for a suspect vehicle following a road rage incident that led to a collision near Vegreville, east of Edmonton. Officers were called around 12:45 p.m. Friday after a collision related to a road rage incident on Range Road 152, north of Township Road 522. According to police, the driver of a black Dodge Ram overtook an SUV at a high speed before suddenly braking, causing the SUV travelling behind it to crash into the truck. Following the collision, the suspect got out of the truck and used a crowbar to smash the driver’s side of the SUV before fleeing the scene. The SUV d
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AlbertaAug 31, 2026

Danielle Smith Distances Herself from Separatism on Alberta Day, Says People’s Voices Must Be Heard

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith avoided addressing the province’s separatist movement in her speech at Heritage Park in Calgary during an Alberta Day event. The remarks came ahead of the Oct. 19 referendum, in which Albertans will be asked whether they want to remain part of Canada or proceed with a second referendum on Alberta separation. Smith has already said she intends to vote for Alberta to remain in Canada. In her brief speech, she praised the province’s cultural diversity and said Canada recognizes Alberta’s economic and strategic importance. At the same time, Smith said the refer
CanadaAug 31, 2026

Sikh Man Targeted in Racist Attack in Toronto, Police Assign Investigation to Hate Crime Unit

A Sikh man was targeted in a suspected hate-motivated attack in Toronto, prompting police to assign the investigation to the Hate Crime Unit. The incident happened Saturday at around 7:30 p.m. in the waterfront area near Queens Quay and Lower Spadina Avenue. According to investigators, the victim was standing in the area when an unidentified man suddenly approached him without any apparent provocation. The suspect allegedly made racist remarks before pulling out a knife and attacking the victim in the leg. The victim was taken to hospital for treatment and is now reported to be out of danger.
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CanadaAug 31, 2026

‘Lake America’ in the U.S., ‘Lake Ontario’ in Canada: Google Maps Name Change Sparks Controversy

Amid the ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the United States, Google has renamed Lake Ontario as “Lake America” for users in the U.S. The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump issued an executive order directing the lake’s name to be changed in U.S. government databases. Google has clarified that it updates its maps in accordance with government directives. As a result, users located in the United States will now see the body of water listed as Lake America, while it will continue to appear as Lake Ontario for users in Canada. In other parts of the world, Google Maps will
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BCAug 31, 2026

Abbotsford-Mission byelection set for Sept. 26 as parties name candidates

B.C. Premier David Eby has called a byelection in the Abbotsford-Mission riding for Sept. 26, following the resignation of B.C. Conservative MLA Reine Gasper. Gasper recently stepped down from the legislature to run for the leadership of the B.C. Conservative Party, whose leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay does not currently hold a seat in the legislature. The governing B.C. NDP has nominated former agriculture minister Pam Alexis. Alexis lost to Gasper in the previous election by roughly 3,000 votes. Centre BC has also entered the race, naming Lakhwinder Jhajj as its candidate. Jhajj said the campaig
AlbertaAug 28, 2026

RCMP Seek Public’s Help to Identify Suspect in Attempted Abduction of 9-Year-Old Girl

Lloydminster RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest in connection with the attempted abduction of a nine-year-old girl. Police received a report of the incident on August 14 and immediately launched an investigation. No further details about the circumstances have been released. As part of the investigation, RCMP investigators worked with a forensic sketch artist to create a composite sketch of the person believed to be involved. Police say the suspect’s age is unknown and describe the individual as having short hair, a nose ring and a moustache. An
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BCAug 28, 2026

DRIPA Repeal Petition Approved as Harman Bhangu Takes Aim at Eby Government

B.C. Opposition MLA Harman Bhangu has criticized Premier David Eby and the NDP government after the Elections Department approved the launch of a petition seeking to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). Bhangu welcomed the approval, accusing the Eby government of failing to take action on what he described as a controversial law. He said British Columbians now have a direct opportunity to push for the repeal of the legislation, which he claims has raised significant concerns about jobs, land rights and the province’s future. Bhangu said the B.C. Conservativ

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CanadaOct 07, 2026

Man Accused of Threatening PM Mark Carney Faces Lengthy Prison Sentence

A man facing charges for allegedly threatening the life of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and making threats against him could face a lengthy prison sentence. Prosecutors say that beyond the threats against the prime minister, the accused is also facing serious charges including extortion, which could result in an even longer prison term. Thirty-one-year-old Jamie Da Costa appeared in court by CCTV on Wednesday, while his lawyer was present in person. His lawyer requested until October 13 to review the case. Da Costa is currently being held at the Calgary Remand Centre. He is accused of t
BCOct 07, 2026

BC Conservatives Pledge to Scrap PST on Capital Equipment for Businesses

BC Conservative Leader Lorne Doerksen announced during a campaign stop in Surrey today that his party would eliminate the provincial sales tax on capital equipment, such as machinery, for businesses across British Columbia. Doerksen also promised to appoint a Red Tape Reduction Minister to cut government paperwork and simplify complex regulations affecting businesses. He also responded to accusations from B.C. NDP Leader David Eby that the Conservatives would scrap the province’s no-fault insurance system. Doerksen said he agrees with Eby that insurance must remain affordable, but argued tha
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BCOct 07, 2026

Eby Announces Major Support Measures for Trade War-Hit Businesses

B.C. NDP Leader David Eby has announced interest-free loans for small businesses affected by the ongoing trade war. During an election campaign stop in Newton, Surrey, Eby said his government would provide tariff-affected small businesses with loans of up to $1 million for 72 months. He also promised a refundable tax credit of up to $5,000 for businesses that hire young people for their first jobs. Eby further pledged to expand support for B.C. companies looking to export to markets outside the United States. Meanwhile, Eby accused B.C. Conservative Leader Lorne Doorksen of making a secret dea
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FeaturedOct 07, 2026

Six Off the Final Ball! Toronto Sixers Clinch Canada Super Sixty Title

The Canada Super Sixty tournament’s final was played last night at BC Place Stadium, where the Toronto Sixers defeated the Vancouver Anchors with a six off the final ball to clinch the title in the league’s second season. While the match produced plenty of excitement on the field, a historic moment was also witnessed in the commentary box. Legendary Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram, who has taken more than 900 wickets in Test and ODI cricket, made his Punjabi commentary debut. Connect 91.5 FM was the official radio broadcast partner of Canada Super Sixty. During the Vancouver Anchors’ inn
IndiaOct 07, 2026

Action in Sangrur After CBI Raid: SHO Suspended, 2 Leaders Detained and Released

Hours after villagers welcomed the CBI during a raid at the Sangrur district home of Rajbir Singh Ghuman, OSD to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, with flowers and distributed sweets, Sangrur Police suspended an SHO and detained two political leaders from Sangrur city. According to information, police personnel in civilian clothes arrived at the homes of Akali Dal Waris Punjab leader Chamandeep Singh Milkhi and Shiromani Akali Dal Punarsurjit leader Vijay Lankesh early Wednesday morning and took both leaders with them. Both leaders were members of the Mohanjit Insaf Sangharsh Committee. The