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Dog rescued after falling through Alta Lake ice (Whistler) A dog plunged through thin ice on Alta Lake in Whistler. Whistler Fire Fighters IAFF Local 3944 responded after owners called 911 and stayed back. Crew reached and rescued the dog; it was cold and shaken but unharmed. Key facts: 1 dog rescued, rescue deployed by local IAFF crew, owners followed recommended safety — did not attempt to reach the animal on unstable ice.
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Special weather statement: possible coastal flooding (South Coast) Environment Canada issued a special weather statement warning of possible coastal flooding for Metro Vancouver and Greater Victoria this weekend. Cause: a period of high astronomical tides (Earth near perihelion) combined with an incoming low-pressure system. Highest risk: Sunday. Key facts: areas affected — Metro Vancouver, Greater Victoria; main drivers — high tides + low pressure; peak risk — Sunday.
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B.C. Conservatives form leadership race committee The Conservative Party of British Columbia formed a leadership election organizing committee chaired by Scott Lamb to set rules and timelines for a leadership contest to be held as soon as possible. Background: the race follows former leader John Rustad’s resignation after a caucus revolt; Trevor Halford was installed as interim leader after 20 MLAs said they’d lost confidence. Key facts: 1 organizing committee, chair — Scott Lamb, 20 MLAs involved in prior caucus vote.
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Canadian charged after crossing into U.S. and assaulting border agent A Canadian woman faces one count each of assault on a federal officer and improper entry in U.S. court after allegedly entering Washington state at Peace Arch State Park, being denied entry over a marijuana vape pen, resisting arrest and kicking a female supervisor in the face. Key facts: charges — 2 counts; location — Peace Arch area; alleged weapon/issue — vape pen.
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Kelowna handyman chases suspected package thief In Rutland, Kelowna, contractor Pavel Parviz chased a man caught on video grabbing a recent delivery. Video shows the suspect taking a package; Parviz confronted and detained him until police arrived. Key facts: location — Rutland neighbourhood, Kelowna; actor — Pavel Parviz (general contractor); outcome — suspect detained on-scene.
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Charity hit by gift-card scam (Maple Ridge) Recovery Kidz Society bought a $500 gift card at Shoppers Drug Mart for a family; the purchased and loaded card later proved blank. The charity warns donors to check cards at the register. Key facts: $500 card, store — Shoppers Drug Mart (Pitt Meadows), charity — Recovery Kidz Society.
British Columbia — Weekly Digest (2025-12-29 to 2026-01-04)
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Dog rescued in Whistler, B.C. after falling through lake ice
Fire officials say a dog fell through the ice near Whistler, B.C., but quick action by its owners and fire crews ensured it was rescued. The dog is doing well.
Recipe: Fraser Valley pan-seared trout in whole wheat crust light fish and chips
It's a new year and a time when many people turn to healthier eating after indulging over the holidays. This recipe is a lighter take on traditional fish and chips.
B.C. Conservatives form committee to oversee leadership race
Former Conservative Party of Canada president Scott Lamb is chair of the new committee and said it will start work right away to set out rules and processes.
Bruins centre Minten plays hero in hometown debut
With dozens of family and friends in the stands, Fraser Minten played hero against his hometown team Saturday night.
Canadian woman charged with illegally crossing into U.S., kicking border agent’s face
A Canadian woman is charged in the U.S. after allegedly crossing into Washington state and kicking a border agent at the Peace Arch crossing, the FBI says.
Possible coastal flooding in B.C.’s south coast, Environment Canada warns
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning of possible coastal flooding this weekend in southern British Columbia.
Canucks winger DeBrusk focused on rebuilding game
It's been a week of highs and lows for Vancouver Canucks winger Jake DeBrusk, capping off the week with a 4-3 shootout loss to Seattle Friday.
Canadian charged with kicking U.S. border agent
A Canadian woman has been charged in the United States with crossing into Washington state and kicking a border agent in the face.
Kelowna handyman chases down attempted package thief
'It was kind of funny because it was right after Christmas,' he said. 'The first thought that hit me was that he looked like a Grinch, to be honest.'
B.C. charity warns of gift card scam after purchased and loaded card was blank
Experts say this kind of scam is becoming increasingly common, and in some cases, scammers pull gift cards from racks, record the PIN, and then put them back.
Special, rare deer hunt being held in Cranbrook to reduce chronic wasting disease
To date, there have been six confirmed cases of chronic wasting disease in B.C. after it was first detected in B.C.'s Kootenay region in 2024.
Unoccupied Port Alberni building goes up in flames, now torn down
Carol-Anne Zanette, who owns the SteamPunk Cafe, said when she arrived on the scene at 5 a.m., half of the building was already gone and crews were pulling down the second half.
B.C. property assessments show Lower Mainland values are down, but other areas are up
The average value of a single-family home in Vancouver is down five per cent, while in Surrey, assessments are down an average of six per cent.
Air India pilot removed from flight at Vancouver airport before takeoff
In a statement to the media, Air India said the flight from Vancouver to Delhi experienced a 'last-minute delay,' and an alternate pilot was brought in to operate the flight.
As emergency room closures continue in B.C., paramedics struggle to fill the gap
'It's not a coincidence when you look at the closures and ambulances in the background, this has become a part of our work the last few years,' Ian Tait said.
Kelowna businesses fed up with ongoing crime, pleading for change
Business owners describe a growing list of concerns, including open drug use, needles left on the ground, repeated break-ins and property damage.
Yukon-Alaska border rocked by 3 earthquakes in final hours of 2025
Earthquakes Canada says it registered three earthquakes in the same region near the Yukon-Alaska border within minutes of each other.
16-year-old found dead in Vancouver, hours after being reported missing
Authorities are investigating the death of a 16-year-old girl, who turned up dead, hours after she was reported missing to local law enforcement.
Snowmobiler dies in avalanche in Rocky Mountains in northeastern B.C.
Avalanche Canada says three snowmobilers were riding in the Bullmoose area near Tumbler Ridge on Tuesday when an avalanche was remotely triggered from the base of the slope.
Surrey police say home possibly targeted in 3 separate shootings
Surrey police say the shootings are believed to be targeting a resident of the home after it was shot at three separate times this month.
Some B.C. highways in North Coast reopen after closures due to flooding
DriveBC said Highway 16 has reopened after heavy rains caused flooding in the area, with the main road access to Prince Rupert among the pathways cut off.
B.C. paramedics union warns of potential job action as bargaining talks break down
The Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia says it has been in collective agreement negotiations with the employer since September, but talks broke down before Christmas.
Nardwuar, Raffi among 80 new appointees to Order of Canada
'I dedicate this to my late Mom who taught me so much about history, local independent media & research,' Nardwuar said of his appointment.
Haircut, hornet and luggage woes triggered B.C.’s most unusual 911 calls in 2025
E-Comm handles 99 per cent of 911 calls in B.C., accounting for about two million calls a year.
Torrential rain shuts and washes out highways in B.C.’s north coast
The B.C. Ministry of Transportation says Highway 16 linking Prince Rupert to communities in the east including Terrace has been shut in both directions due to flooding.
Heavy rainfall warning for B.C.’s north coast with up to 200 millimetres expected
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for parts of British Columbia's north coast region, with some areas expecting as much as 200 millimetres today.
Wrong hospital patient transported to Surrey, B.C. home following discharge
Sunny Hundal and his father were awaiting a patient transfer when his wife called to inform him a man she thought was her father-in-law had arrived, but it was another man.