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BCApr 26, 2022

Man killed in stabbing attack in Kelowna

A 38 year old man has been stabbed to death in Kelowna. RCMP say it happened just before nine last night in central Kelowna and the victim was treated in hospital but could not be revived. A 22 year old man was arrested at the scene and police say he remains in custody. Police have released few other details and haven't said what might have led to the stabbing.
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WorldApr 26, 2022

Kamala Harris positive for COVID-19, Biden not 'close contact'

Vice President Kamala Harris has tested positive for COVID-19, the White House says. It's a sharp new reminder of the persistence of the highly contagious virus even as the U.S. eases restrictions in a bid to revert to pre-pandemic normalcy. Neither President Joe Biden nor first lady Jill Biden was considered a ``close contact'' of Harris in recent days. The White House said Tuesday that Harris tested positive on both rapid and a PCR tests, and said she ``has exhibited no symptoms.'' Harris will isolate at her residence but continue to work remotely, and would only return to the White House o
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BCApr 26, 2022

Horgan apologizes for profanity in legislature during tense question period

Premier John Horgan says he is sorry for using the F-word during a debate with the Opposition Liberals over B-C's shortage of family doctors.The question period ended with the speaker calling on members to behave like adults and refrain from making debates personal.Liberal House Leader Todd Stone rose in the legislature shortly afterwards requesting a point of privilege to discuss the matter further at another time.The premier later returned to the legislature to apologize, saying his passion for health care got the better of him.
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BCApr 26, 2022

B.C.'s police watchdog notified after two incidents involving officers on Vancouver Island

RCMP say British Columbia's police watchdog has been notified after two incidents involving officers on Vancouver Island, including the death of a man in custody. The Mounties say officers from the Comox Valley detachment responded to a call about a stranger on a property around 4:30 a.m. Saturday and arrested a man whom they believed was intoxicated. A statement released by Sgt. Chris Manseau says officers brought the man to RCMP cells without incident, but during the course of regular wellness checks, a guard noticed the man was unresponsive. The statement says officers provided first aid u
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BCApr 25, 2022

Oak Bay police sergeant to become police department's new deputy chief constable

Oak Bay Police Sgt. Julie Chanin will be the police department's new deputy chief constable. Chanin has 22 years of experience in policing and will become Greater Victoria's first female deputy chief constable, according to Oak Bay police. Oak Bay police on Twitter: OB Police Board has selected a new Deputy Chief. Congrats to Sgt. Julie Chanin @obpd79 an amazing leader w/ tremendous values. She'll be the 1st female Deputy Police Chief in the CRD. Looking forward to working with her in the new role. Right person at the right time for us.
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BCApr 25, 2022

B.C. First Nation has reached a settlement after 160 year battle with Canada

The Williams Lake First Nation has reached $135 million agreement in principle with the federal government more than 160 years after settlers were allowed to take over its village lands. The band has been fighting for compensation since 1994 and the case went all the way to the Supreme Court of Canada, which ruled in favour of the village claim in 2018. Band members over 18 years old will be asked to vote in a referendum on June 29th, and Chief Willie Sellars says in a video about the settlement that, with the nation's support, they have a chance to create prosperity for future generations. S
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CanadaApr 25, 2022

Inquiry launched on government's decision to invoke the Emergencies Act in February to deal with border blockades

There's going to be an inquiry into the government's decision to invoke the Emergencies Act in February to deal with border blockades and the occupation of downtown Ottawa. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the Public Order Emergency Commission will look into the circumstances that led to the Act being invoked, the evolution of the convoy, the impact of funding and disinformation, the economic impact, and the police response. It will present its final report by February 20th. Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino says the government will ensure the inquiry has access to documents and inform
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BCApr 25, 2022

Man arrested after restaurant fire in Aldergrove

A man is in custody after a fire gutted a restaurant in Aldergrove early yesterday. Police and fire crews were called to the blaze at the eatery on Fraser Highway just after midnight. They say the building was fully engulfed when they got there. RCMP say the suspect was allegedly trying to keep warm when the fire got out of hand and that charges are pending.
BCApr 22, 2022

B.C. sees increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations over past week

B-C is reporting an increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations this week.The province's Centre for Disease Control says 485 COVID patients are in hospital -- up from 364 last week -- and 38 of them are receiving critical care.It says the province recorded 27 virus-related deaths during the week ending April 16th, compared with 23 the previous week.B-C recorded two-thousand and 36 COVID-19 cases, although health experts have said the actual number of cases is much higher.

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IndiaApr 23, 2026

Amritpal Singh formally arrested in Ajnala violence case after NSA detention ends

Amritsar Rural Police have formally arrested Khadoor Sahib MP and ‘Waris Punjab De’ chief Amritpal Singh in connection with the Ajnala violence case, following the expiry of his detention under the National Security Act. According to a police statement, the arrest was carried out immediately after the NSA detention period lapsed. Singh was produced before a sub-divisional court in Ajnala via video conferencing from Dibrugarh Central Jail in Assam, where he remains lodged. Police told the court they require extended custody to continue their investigation, including recovery of weapons and
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BCApr 23, 2026

Three arrested after alleged $14,000 Pokémon card robbery in Vancouver

Vancouver police say three teenagers have been arrested following an alleged robbery involving high-value Pokémon cards arranged through an online marketplace. According to a Vancouver Police Department release, officers responded shortly after 8:00 p.m. Tuesday to a robbery in progress near East King Edward Avenue and Ontario Street. Investigators say a man attempting to sell two Pokémon cards, each valued at $7,000, was bear-sprayed during the transaction. Police allege the suspects fled the scene in a vehicle with the cards but were intercepted a short time later in Burnaby near Macpherso
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CanadaApr 23, 2026

WestJet raises checked baggage fees following Air Canada, citing industry pressures

WestJet says it will increase checked baggage fees starting Thursday, adding new costs for air travellers across its network. The change follows a similar move by Air Canada announced last week. According to a WestJet statement, passengers checking bags at the airport will pay an additional $10 for each of the first two checked bags. Fees for overweight baggage will also rise, with increases of up to $50 depending on weight. The airline attributed the decision to “global conditions” and shifting trends in the aviation sector, but did not provide a detailed cost breakdown in its announcemen
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AlbertaApr 23, 2026

Alberta introduces bill to end seasonal clock changes, stay on daylight time

Alberta’s government has introduced legislation that would end twice-yearly clock changes and keep the province on daylight time year-round. The proposal was tabled by Premier Danielle Smith’s United Conservative government, according to a provincial announcement. If passed, the bill would eliminate the need to switch between standard time and daylight saving time each spring and fall. The government has said the change is intended to provide consistency for businesses and residents, though details on when the change would take effect have not yet been confirmed. The move would require coo
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AlbertaApr 23, 2026

Alberta premier to provide update on fall referendum questions

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is expected to provide an update today on a planned provincewide referendum set for October, including previously announced questions tied to social policy and governance. According to a February announcement from the Alberta government, the referendum is to include up to nine questions. Among them are proposals that would restrict access to certain social services for some immigrants, though full wording of the questions has not yet been finalized. The update comes as debate continues in Alberta over the prospect of separation from Canada. A citizen-led initiati