Highway 1 Death, Conservatives' No‑Fault Plan & School Support Strike Vote — Vancouver Tuesday

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🚑 Breaking & Incidents

Man found dead on Highway 1 eastbound near Kensington exit; investigation ongoing. Burnaby RCMP said the body, found between 5 a.m. and 6 a.m. Tuesday, had injuries consistent with being struck by a vehicle and the eastbound lanes were closed for hours while BC Highway Patrol searched for a possible hit‑and‑run; the Kensington on‑ramp reopened about 12:45 p.m.
'Major incident' briefly closed part of Highway 1 in Burnaby, DriveBC reports. DriveBC logged lane closures and delays on Highway 1 in Burnaby Tuesday due to the incident, with motorists warned of expected delays while emergency crews responded.
Giant underwater Kelvin wave could affect B.C. in mid‑October, scientists warn. Meteorological models show the Kelvin wave arriving in mid‑October with potential to alter sea surface temperatures off B.C., which researchers say could influence coastal weather patterns for several weeks.

One person dead after shooting in Langley, RCMP confirm. Langley RCMP reported a fatal shooting Tuesday that left one person dead and prompted an active investigation by local detachment officers.
U.S. man charged with conspiring to help Tumbler Ridge school shooter, faces life sentence. U.S. prosecutors allege James Cody Bryant, 30, sent money, offered tactical advice and agreed to livestream the February attack that left six victims dead, and he is charged with conspiracy to murder people in a foreign country, a count carrying up to life in prison.

B.C. Conservatives would repeal no‑fault auto insurance, leaked letter says. Interim leader Lorne Doerkson told lawyers and insurers the party would restore victims’ rights to sue under a proposed hybrid system if elected Oct. 24, prompting NDP leader David Eby to call the plan a “secret deal” and critics to warn about insurance costs and liabilities.
OneBC says former Conservative MP Findlay and husband faced threats after party turmoil. OneBC stated Kerry‑Lynne Findlay and spouse Brent Chapman endured a “torrent of threats and abuse” following Findlay’s resignation as Conservative leader, and Chapman has stepped back from running as a OneBC candidate in Surrey South.

Vancouver school support workers vote overwhelmingly to back strike action. Members voted by a large margin Tuesday to authorize strike action; the union says the result gives it bargaining leverage with the Vancouver School Board as contract talks continue.
VIFF film 'Send the Rain' examines Okinawan Canadian experience against wildfire backdrop. The Vancouver International Film Festival screening features the Okinawan Canadian community and situates stories of migration alongside recent wildfire smoke events impacting B.C.
Day 1 of Steven Galloway defamation trial includes testimony from the author’s wife. Court proceedings began this week in Vancouver with testimony from Galloway’s spouse on the first day of the defamation case.

Camryn Rogers nominated for World Athletics top women's athlete for 2026.
New Goldeneyes GM Alison Izzi named as PWHL club general manager.
Richmond mayoral candidates outline different supportive housing plans.
Information posted for watching Oct. 14 provincial leaders' debate.
Prince George to review accessibility of cremation services.
Alleged NATO spy case prompts comments from federal public‑safety minister.
12‑year‑old Port Moody boy struck in face with firework, warning issued.
U.S. resident charged over alleged assistance to Tumbler Ridge shooter, court filings say.
(See main) One person dead after Langley shooting, RCMP investigating.
(See main) Bestselling author’s defamation trial under way in Vancouver.