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Saanich homicide: A Vancouver Island man, Muhammed Ali Basar (turning 47 in 2026), has been charged with second‑degree murder in the death of Laura Gover‑Basar, a Camosun College business instructor and mother of two. Saanich police launched a suspicious‑death probe on Jan. 5; the accused remains in custody and is due in court Jan. 21.
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Abbotsford shooting tied to gang war: Investigators say a targeted shooting on the 3200 block of Siskin Drive left 28‑year‑old Navpreet Dhaliwal dead. The Abbotsford Police and IHIT are seeking CCTV/dashcam footage and witnesses; initial evidence links the killing to ongoing gang conflicts in B.C.
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Chronic wasting disease (CWD) — new case: B.C. confirmed its 9th CWD case in a white‑tailed deer harvested near Jaffray in the Kootenay region. CWD was first detected in B.C. in January 2024; it is a fatal, untreatable neurological disease affecting cervids (deer, elk, moose, caribou). The case was identified inside the province’s established management zone.
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Broadway Subway timeline frustration: Businesses along Vancouver’s Broadway Corridor criticise slow communication after the province announced a roughly 4‑month traffic shutdown around Main & Broadway. A closure date (Jan. 26) was posted only after media inquiries, leaving merchants uncertain about planning and lost revenue.
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Kelowna break‑ins prompt security surge: Retailers are installing steel gates, shutters and plywood after repeated smash‑and‑grab incidents. Owners like Todd Daniels of Gallery Streetwear say security measures were essential; local firms note the upfront cost often outweighs post‑theft repair and inventory losses.
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Sports — Leafs 5‑0 win: The Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Vancouver Canucks 5‑0. William Nylander returned from a six‑game absence with 1 goal and 2 assists; Matias Maccelli, Max Domi, John Tavares and Nick Robertson also scored. Joseph Woll made 29 saves for his second shutout. Toronto’s record stands at 22‑15‑7; Vancouver fell to 16‑23‑5.
B.C. Weekly Digest — Jan 5–11, 2026
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B.C. man charged with second-degree murder of Saanich woman
A man has been arrested and charged with murder in a case of alleged intimate partner violence in Saanich, B.C., after he was taken into custody earlier this week and released.
Police link Abbotsford homicide to B.C. gang war
Police in B.C. are seeking video and witnesses in connection with what is believed to be a gang-related fatal shooting of a man in Abbotsford on Friday.
Recipe: Roasted vegetable and chickpea shawarma
It’s colourful, full of texture and it’s a healthy meal you can prepare ahead of time, which makes it perfect for lunch prep, casual dinners, or even feeding a crowd.
Leafs reaping rewards of returns from injury
The Toronto Maple Leafs are enjoying the benefits of increasingly good health lately.
Nylander, Maple Leafs cruise past Canucks 5-0
William Nylander returned from a six-game absence due to injury with one goal and two assists as the Toronto Maple Leafs cruised past the Vancouver Canucks 5-0 on Saturday night.
‘Exceptionally unique’ amphibian stars in Vancouver Aquarium exhibit
The exhibit highlights the urgent need to protect the axolotl’s natural habitat, which now exists in the wild only in the waterways of Xochimilco in Mexico City.
New chronic wasting disease case confirmed in deer near Jaffray, B.C.
A deer harvested near Jaffray, B.C. has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, a fatal neurological disorder that affects deer, elk, moose and other cervids.
‘Atrocious’: Chilliwack residents concerned about abandoned homeless camp
They would like to see the provincial government step in to help clean it up, especially as it is located near the Chilliwack River Fish Hatchery and another fish-bearing creek.
‘How long is it gonna take?’: Frustration mounts over Broadway subway project timeline
On Friday morning, the province had not set a date for the closure, leaving business owners who say they have already been suffering, not knowing how to plan for the disruption.
Steel gates, shuttered storefronts as Kelowna businesses plagued with break-ins
'I basically knew when I moved over here, if I didn’t have the gates, because of the nature of what we sell, we would be robbed within a week,' Daniels said.
Man dead in targeted shooting in Abbotsford, related to gang conflict
Sgt. Paul Walker with the Abbotsford Police Department confirmed that officers were called to a home in the 3200 block of Siskin Drive just after 12:30 p.m.
Person killed after being struck by a train in Langley
Langley RCMP said that on Jan. 8, around 7:55 p.m., they received a report of a collision between a pedestrian and a train near 206 Street and 98 Avenue in Langley.
Man found on New Westminster street suffering from gunshot wounds
New Westminster police said that at approximately 3 a.m., an officer was conducting patrols around the area of 100 Columbia St. when they found the man lying on the ground.
‘What’s next’: Businesses react to loss of London Drugs in Downtown Eastside
Citing years of staff safety concerns and significant operating losses at the Abbott Street store, the retailer said it has become unsustainable to continue operating there.
Heavy rain and snow bring messy start to weekend for B.C. north coast
It's gearing up to be a wet and messy day along British Columbia's north coast as an atmospheric river system brings another blast of winter.
B.C. biologists identify unique sounds of 8 fish species
There are grunts and growls, knocks and croaks but the wild sounds detected by a team of British Columbia researchers don't belong to any of the province's famous forest creatures.
Nanaimo grocery store locks up meat due to rampant theft
Nanaimo RCMP said they are investigating the latest instances of shoplifting, but said that it has increased from stores in recent years.
Kelowna business owners skeptical as city rolls out response to crime, disorder
The City of Kelowna plans to increase RCMP and bylaw patrols and is launching a program aimed at freeing up police officers, among others. But for some, it doesn’t go far enough.
Non-Americans now paying more to visit U.S. national parks – will Canadians stay away?
'It does appear to be yet another roadblock towards Canadians visiting the United States,' McKenzie McMillan, managing partner at The Travel Group in Vancouver, told Global News.
‘Zombie fires’ burning in northeastern B.C., some sparked years ago
An overwintering fire, which is also known as a zombie fire, burns deep into the ground in the different soil levels and sparks back up in the next fire season.
Langley home shot at in extortion-related incident, police believe
RCMP said officers were called at approximately 5:17 a.m. to the 6900 block of 232 Street in Langley after receiving reports of shots fired.
Vancouver orchestra won’t sue violinist who broke NDA to speak out about alleged rape
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra says it will not pursue legal action against a violinist who broke an NDA to go public with rape allegations against a senior musician.
Video captures small dog being fatally mauled by neighbour’s dog in Surrey, B.C.
The beloved senior pup would have celebrated his 15th birthday in February, but this past Christmas was the family’s last with Lucky.
City responds to Kelowna businesses crime concerns with plan for action
'We need to be able to go home at night and sleep and feel comfortable,' said a Kelowna store owner after a break-in. His online video prompted a visit from the mayor.
B.C. to experience sluggish economic growth in 2026: report
The Deloitte Report is forecasting 1.6 per cent growth for the B.C. economy, lagging behind Alberta and Saskatchewan, which are both forecast to grow higher than two per cent.
Date for Lapu Lapu Day Festival 2026 set, one year after tragic events
Eleven people were killed when an SUV drove into a group of people at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival on April 26, 2025. Dozens more were injured.
Delta home targeted in extortion-related shooting
Around 5:10 a.m. on Wednesday, patrol officers responded to reports of shots fired at a home in the area of 84 Avenue and Brooke Road.
London Drugs closing its Woodward’s location, citing safety, operational issues
The store, number 78, located at 150-351 Abbott Street, must close due to safety and operational issues at the location, according to the organization.
Fulmer says B.C. Conservatives must be a grand coalition as he enters leadership race
Yuri Fulmer said the Conservative Party of B.C. needs to be a "grand coalition" that refrains from "undisciplined" behaviour if it wants to govern,
Victoria store owner frustrated with 911 services, says he’s been hung up on
Peter Quakenbush told Global News that over the past five years, when he has called 911, he has either been hung up on or redirected to the Victoria police non-emergency line.
‘It’s two worlds’: Bizarre Surrey shooting incident caught on video
Surrey police said the shooting involved two groups of people, but it is unclear how many were in the vehicles and how many were on foot.
Kelowna condo market shifts firmly into buyer territory
“There’s more inventory than we’ve seen in years, record inventory last year, and for buyers right now there’s more choice than they’ve ever had,” he said.
B.C. to undertake trade mission to India, a ‘key market’ for province, Eby says
Premier David Eby announced that the trade mission will promote B.C.'s businesses, critical minerals and sustainable wood products.
B.C. not returning to ‘decriminalized public drug use,’ premier says
The three-year pilot project removed criminal penalties for the possession of small amounts of illicit drugs, which was aimed at reducing the stigma around drug use.
B.C. approves extending life of Mt. Milligan copper-gold mine to 2035
British Columbia's Environmental Assessment Office says it has approved an extension for the life of the Mount Milligan copper and gold mine near Fort St. James into 2035.
RCMP investigating logging equipment fire on Vancouver Island
Lake Cowichan RCMP and the Lake Cowichan Fire Department were called to the scene and RCMP confirmed they are investigating the incident.
B.C. maintains status quo on public sector workers going back to office full-time
The B.C. NDP government has not announced any plans to mandate civil servants back to work five days a week, but the Opposition says it's time.
B.C. South Coast hammered by heavy rain but mountains getting new snow
Higher elevations of Metro Vancouver had a chance of snow on Tuesday morning, but drivers were spared the challenge as temperatures dropped to only 2-3 degrees.
Man convicted in 2017 contract killing wants B.C. Supreme Court to toss case
A jury convicted Brandon Teixeira of murder, attempted murder and discharging a firearm with intent last August, nearly eight years after the October 2017 shooting death.
Yaletown stabbing suspect pleads guilty to all charges
Tamara Jean Hamelin, 35, was charged with two counts of assault and four counts of assault with a weapon in the Oct. 10, 2025, incident.
Metro Vancouver’s home sales in 2025 were lowest total in 2 decades
The Greater Vancouver Realtors report stated that homes registered in the Multiple Listing Service in Metro Vancouver finished the year down 10 per cent.
Canucks struggling at season’s halfway point
This is not the season the Vancouver Canucks expected.