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New business CCTV registry in Kelowna — deja vu for owners: Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas announced what the city called a new business CCTV registry on Jan. 27 to help RCMP find nearby cameras during investigations, but local business owners point out similar pilots existed in 2020 (51 cameras registered then) and under a previous council. This means many shopkeepers feel the move is recycled — they say footage is already available and want results, not another relaunch.
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Dual anti‑ICE protests in Vancouver — one turns into a win: Two protests were planned over links between B.C. businesses and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, but Jim Pattison Developments confirmed it would not proceed with selling a Virginia warehouse to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, prompting one protest to be called off; a second was held outside Hootsuite on Jan. 30, where protesters demanded Hootsuite end contracts with ICE. Hootsuite CEO Irina Novoselsky responded that the company’s work for ICE did not include surveillance of individuals and that their tools analyze public social conversation responsibly.
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Vancouver Whitecaps’ future shaky and unsold: Axel Schuster, the club’s CEO and sporting director, said on Jan. 30 that despite dozens of NDAs and nearly 40 bidders reviewing the club’s data room, not a single group is willing to buy even 1% of the Whitecaps because of financial and market concerns. The club — playing many 2026 home games away due to FIFA World Cup uses of BC Place, and in an MOU exploring a new stadium at Hastings Park — warns 2026 could be worse than 2025 financially and says stadium plans alone won’t solve immediate revenue shortfalls.
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State of Local Emergency — Comox Valley flooding: The Comox Valley Regional District declared a State of Local Emergency after heavy rain and flooding led to rising waters, evacuation orders, and reports that someone may have been swept into the Puntledge River; search-and-rescue crews used inflatable boats and worked through swiftwater hazards. Highway 28 west of Campbell River was washed out and an Emergency Operations Centre opened to coordinate response and warnings on Jan. 28–30.
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B.C. launches power allotment for AI and data centres — 400 MW up for grabs: On Jan. 30 B.C. Energy Minister Adrian Dix announced a competitive selection process giving AI and data centre projects access to a combined 400 megawatts over two years, prioritizing economic, environmental and data‑sovereignty benefits; applications are open until March 18 and successful projects will be announced late summer or fall. BC Hydro warned demand could rise 15%+ by 2030 and said the process helps manage power requests responsibly — existing projects already underway are exempt from applying.
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Roslovic, Kapanen step up for Edmonton Oilers
With sniper Leon Draisaitl out of the lineup, the Edmonton Oilers knew they'd need other players to step up.
Jarry shines, Oilers thump struggling Canucks 6-0
Tristan Jarry stopped all 31 shots he faced for his first shutout in an Oilers jersey as Edmonton trounced the beleaguered Canucks 6-0 in Vancouver on Saturday.
Canadian canola farmers express ‘cautious optimism’ over trade agreement with China
Canadian farmers are hailing news that China has agreed to slash duties on imports of Canadian canola products as 'an important milestone' in the countries' trading relationship.
Sorokin, Islanders blank Oilers 1-0
Ilya Sorokin recorded a 35-save shutout as the New York Islanders narrowly got past the Edmonton Oilers 1-0 on Thursday.
Business groups urge Alberta government to scrap new wine tax
Business groups in Alberta are calling on the province to repeal a new tax on wine saying it undermines the progress being made on reducing interprovincial trade barriers.
CFL committee proposes change to how regular-season tie games end
It's been proposed if the score remains even after overtime, it would be decided by alternating plays from the opposition's three-yard line until one scores and the other doesn't.
Oilers’ Draisaitl taking brief leave of absence
Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl is taking a brief leave of absence to attend to a family illness in Germany.
Discovery of 2 skulls on Kamloops property leads to debate over B.C. property rights
A private landowner was excavating their Kamloops property in June to make a community garden for seniors when they unearthed two human skulls.
WATCH: Global Okanagan News at 5:30 p.m. – Jan. 19
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5 days of assessment ordered for man accused in B.C. RCMP officer’s death
A forensic psychiatrist told the court on Monday that he needs more time to assess Ham, but speaking for himself, Jongwon Ham told the judge that he objected to the request.
Families of teens killed in car crash say they are ‘destroyed’ as they fight ICBC
Cory Robert Ulmer Brown was charged with two counts of criminal negligence causing death, one count of driving while disqualified, and one count of flight from police.
The DTES ‘problem’ is not a housing problem, SRO employee says
Global News requested an interview with Larry Campbell, who is more than halfway through his six-month $92,000 contract, but we have yet to receive a response from Eby’s office.
Surrey extortion victim being investigated for allegedly returning fire during shooting
Global News has also learned that the residents, who are connected to a local business, had been receiving threats for some time, which they had reported to the police.
Doctors in FIFA World Cup cities worry about ER capacity, strain on health system
Doctors in Canada's FIFA World Cup host cities say they're concerned the already strained health-care system will buckle if an unexpected surge happens during the tournament.
All officers deny misconduct as public hearing into death of Myles Gray begins
A public hearing into the 2015 police beating death of Myles Gray gets underway on Monday in Vancouver. There are 33 witnesses scheduled.
West Kelowna, B.C. home saved from fire after reported explosion: chief
Four fire engines and 20 firefighters responded to the fire, which remains under investigation, but the fire chief says it did not cause any injuries.
Recipe: Braised pork collar
Recipe by Warren Chow, executive chef, Wildlight Kitchen + Bar. Pork shoulder may be substituted if collar is unavailable for this recipe.
Extortion-related gunfire in Surrey sparks concerns over broader public safety risks
Extortion-related violence in Surrey may be moving beyond organized crime, with a criminology expert warning recent shootings and threats could signal public safety concerns.
Tribunal upholds $10K fine for B.C. ostrich farm over failure to report sick birds
The Canada Agricultural Review Tribunal upheld a $10,000 fine against a B.C. ostrich farm after its 300-plus bird flock was culled following an avian flu outbreak.
Kelowna business operators decry having to pay to voice crime concerns at public forum
The Jan. 27 event at the Kelowna Community Theatre requires business operators to pre-register and pay.
Blown tires, damaged vehicles reported as massive potholes riddle Coquihalla Highway
'There was nothing indicating that there were potholes there. I hit it hard, it went flat and I had to call 911,' he said.
Canada-China trade deal framed as a win for B.C.’s economy
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new deal with Beijing on electric vehicles and canola at the end of a high-profile trip on Friday.
B.C. psychologist says government ignored two decades of addiction research
Health Minister Josie Osborne announced on Wednesday that the controversial trial project would end on Jan. 31, admitting it hadn't achieved the results the government had wanted.
Tribunal upholds $10,000 fine against B.C. ostrich farm
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency issued the fine, alleging Universal Ostrich Farm failed to notify authorities about the presence of avian flu on the property.
Man arrested following homicide in Abbotsford hotel room
Police said that officers were called to the Best Western Hotel near Marshall Road and Clearbrook Road just before noon on Thursday for reports of a 'suspicious circumstance.'
18-year-old dies after falling from Cypress Mountain chairlift
West Vancouver police said that emergency services were called at approximately 7:25 p.m. after reports that someone was in medical distress after a fall.
Nanaimo repeat offender back in custody after incident at coffee shop
Nanaimo RCMP confirmed that 40-year-old Aiden Tye of Nanaimo was charged with assault with a weapon, mischief, indecent act, indecent exhibition, and breach of a probation order.
B.C. schoolchildren excused from class with note from prime minister
Prime Minister Mark Carney was in Prince Rupert earlier this week, speaking with Coastal First Nations and then got to meet some younger fans.
City of Kelowna says ‘new faces’ may be contributing to ongoing crime
“It’s sad. You don’t want to see people on the street,” Daniels said. “I’m not against helping people in poverty, but there are definitely more people.”
Maple Ridge city councillor charged with 4 counts of sexual assault
Last May, Coun. Ahmed Antar Yousef Mohamed announced he was taking leave to address 'personal matters' and that he hoped to return to council.
B.C. premier downplays RCMP report linking Indian government to Bishnoi gang
David Eby was responding to a Global News report during his trade mission to India
There have been 16 extortion cases reported in Surrey so far this year
Staff Sgt. Lindsey Houghton told Global News that a shooting in Newton early on Thursday morning, where thankfully no one was hurt, was also connected to a case of extortion.
B.C. Premier David Eby says province’s LNG, mining of interest to India
"They are looking strongly to LNG as one of their ways of reducing carbon intensity, as well as reducing smog in the country," B.C. Premier David Eby said.
City of Surrey fines owner after fatal dog attack, but animal remains still missing
Animal law lawyer V. Victoria Shroff, K.C. said that the owners of the attacking dog might have committed a crime by allegedly disposing of Lucky's body after the attack.
17-year-old arrested in connection with teen’s overdose death in Prince George
On June 26, 2024, RCMP officers were called to a home in the 7600 block of McMaster Crescent after a 16-year-old girl was found unconscious.
Amazon customer fights for reimbursement after delivery truck damages fence
The Chilliwack, B.C. resident says in May 2025, an Amazon delivery truck backed onto her front lawn and uprooted her fence posts, causing a section of the structure to collapse.
More than 20 dogs removed from Merritt property as rescuer criticizes city officials
"Apparently, neighbours had been calling bylaw saying something is not right over there," Judanna Dawn with Angel's Animal Rescue told Global News.
‘Strangles’: Highly contagious bacterial disease threatens Okanagan horses
'It’s a huge economic impact on everybody,' equine veterinarian Janice Posnikoff said. 'And more than that, the horses get really sick.'
Surrey homicide victim not connected to ongoing B.C. gang conflict, police say
Surrey Police Service officers were called to a man lying near the street in the 3500 block of 176 Street on Tuesday, apparently suffering from gunshot wounds.
B.C. ends three-year drug decriminalization pilot program
'The toxic-drug crisis continues to take lives and cause tremendous pain across British Columbia,' Minister of Health Josie Osborne said in a statement.
Overpass strike in Surrey causing delays on Highway 1 eastbound
Police are currently on the scene on Highway 1, working with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit to ensure the roadway is safe.
Woman dies in police-involved shooting in Burnaby neighbourhood
The incident happened around 8 p.m. on Tuesday in the 4100-block of Oxford Street, near Carleton Avenue, in the Burnaby Heights neighbourhood.
Another extortion-related shooting in Surrey early Wednesday morning
Police discovered that the front of a business, the Bojhan Sweets and Restaurant, was damaged and bullet-holes could be seen in the windows, but luckily, no one was injured.
Why an Ontario couple is leading MAID lawsuit before B.C. Supreme Court
The O'Neills are at the centre of a Charter of Rights challenge, now before the B.C. Supreme Court, that seeks to end the practice of so-called "forced transfers."
Another murder in the Lower Mainland brings total to 3 in 5 days
Investigators were called to the 3600 block of 176 Street following reports of a shooting on Tuesday afternoon. Few details are known at this time.
Saanich mother, alleged victim of domestic violence, remembered as loving, dedicated
Laura Gover-Basar was found dead in a home on Jan. 5 and a man has been arrested and charged with murder in what is believed to be a case of intimate partner violence.
Burned car in Surrey connected to fatal house fire, homicide team reports
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team confirms that a burned car found in Surrey on Jan. 12 is connected to the death of a man inside a Surrey house.
Richmond teen fighting for his life after fight, hit and run caught on camera
Video posted to social media shows the teen fighting with two people in a parking lot near Aberdeen Skytrain Station around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday.
RCMP report says Bishnoi gang ‘acting on behalf of’ Indian government
The report was released to Global News under the Access to Information Act
3 men accused in Abbotsford couple’s killing cleaned their roof, gutters the month before
Gurkaran Singh, Abhijeet Singh and Khushveer Toor, all in their early 20s at the time, are now facing first-degree murder charges.
Atmospheric river prompts evac order, alert in Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall warning for the Fraser Valley, much of Metro Vancouver, and some parts of Vancouver Island.
Canucks goalie Demko out ‘a week or two’: coach
The Canucks have sent all-star goalie Thatcher Demko back to Vancouver so medical staff can evaluate his latest injury.
Man found dead in Surrey house fire
Surrey Police Service and Surrey Fire Service said they were called just after 7 a.m. on Monday to a home in the 12700 block of 56 Avenue.
Man charged with wounding police dog during Surrey, B.C. arrest
Travis Jeremy Muranaka, 48, is accused of wilfully maiming a law enforcement animal, theft, and two counts of possessing stolen property under $5,000.
MAID lawsuit before B.C. Supreme Court challenging faith-based hospitals
Dying With Dignity Canada is among a group of plaintiffs bringing a Charter challenge against the B.C. government, Vancouver Coastal Health and Providence Health Care.
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.
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.
2025 is in the top 10 for Canada’s severe weather-related insured losses
A new report found that 2025 ranks in the top 10 years of all time for the most insured damages caused by severe weather in Canada.
Hughes starting to feel more comfortable with Wild
Quinn Hughes is still navigating new surroundings.
Man who saw Myles Gray before his 2015 death said he seemed ‘in distress’
Muhammed Reza told day two of a public hearing into Myles Gray's death in Vancouver that he waited 30 minutes for officers to arrive.
‘We are now actively hunting these extortionists’ BC RCMP says at task force update
In that time, the Task Force has taken charge of 32 files from jurisdictions across the Lower Mainland, according to a release from BC RCMP.
B.C. teen found dead on Australian beach was kind, strong, loved travel and dogs
Police were called to the beach, north of the Maheno Shipwreck, to reports of an unresponsive woman, Queensland authorities said in a statement.
B.C.’s balmy January brings out blossoms, but a cold snap could put plants in peril
A couple weeks ago, North Vancouver resident Larry Sewell looked down a street in his neighbourhood and did a double take.
Canadian woman found dead in Australia surrounded by dingoes identified
The woman was found on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) with her body surrounded by a pack of dingoes, according to local police.
Princeton mayor, MP push for Similkameen Valley flood mitigation funding
'We’re all standing here wondering when the next one is going to hit us,' Coyne said, 'and are we still going to be standing at the end of it.'
B.C. driver’s car removed from road, looked like ‘it had been chewed up by Robosaurus’
An officer pulled an Acura over on Jan. 9 at 4 p.m. on Highway 3 near Christina Lake after he clocked the vehicle going 130 km/h in an 80 km/h zone.
NHL goalies on how they wound up between the pipes
Connor Hellebuyck had plenty of welts and bruises.
Man accused in stabbing, injuring Abbotsford laundromat owner awaits sentencing
Timothy Richard Louis Rowley, 41, was initially charged with assault with a weapon and aggravated assault in the Aug. 9, 2025, incident.
‘I waited, I trusted’: B.C. woman with terminal cancer says health-care system needs help
Sara Gilooly said at a press conference on Wednesday that while waiting for tests to be performed, her cancer spread from her breasts to her lungs and her bones.
Eby says head of extortion task force needs to demonstrate urgency or step aside
David Eby says the head of a police anti-extortion task force needs to step aside if he cannot demonstrate a sense of urgency in the fight.
RCMP head of B.C. Extortion Task Force sorry for challenging term ‘crisis’
BC RCMP Assistant Commissioner said every case should be reported to police and is urging people not to pay money or try to take matters into their own hands.
Man acquitted in 1984 slaying of Winnipeg teen facing charges in Vancouver
The man convicted and then later acquitted in the murder of a 13-year-old Winnipeg girl 41 years ago is facing new charges in British Columbia.
U18 B.C. hockey player didn’t let a scorpion sting cost his team the final
The Vancouver Thunderbirds U18 A2 hockey team was in Phoenix for the tournament when number nine, Luke Susi, was stung twice on Monday morning by an adult bark scorpion.
Premier Eby says new markets, reforms will help forestry, but results will take time
Eby delivered the keynote address at the BC Natural Resources Forum on Tuesday night, and says British Columbia's forestry industry has taken the biggest hit from U.S. tariffs.
Penguins’ fast start fuels 6-2 win over Oilers
Anthony Mantha scored twice as the Pittsburgh Penguins took a 3-0 lead before the game was even three minutes old and cruised to a 6-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday.
Kelowna MLA ridealong offers snapshot of policing after dark amid business crime concerns
BC Conservative MLA for Kelowna Centre, Kristina Loewen, spent several hours with officers between 7 and 10 p.m., a shift police described as relatively quiet.
Public hearing into Myles Gray’s death adjourned after vulgar comment caught on mic
The Office of the Police Complaints Commissioner, which is holding the hearing into Gray's death, confirmed in an email statement that the hearing will resume on Monday.
Hundreds of protesters at UBC confront OneBC leader Dallas Brodie
Dallas Brodie was attempting to speak outside the Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre, but was shouted down by the crowd.
Orange bridge in Port Alberni targeted with racist vandalism for 3rd time
The bridge, which is painted orange and has the message 'Every Child Matters' on it, was defaced in the early morning hours Wednesday, between 1 a.m. and 2 a.m.
Metro Vancouver governance committee meets to prepare review of size, structure
Last year, a Deloitte review of Metro Vancouver's governance structure described the 41-member board as 'large and unwieldy' and made some recommendations for changes.
Prosecutors fail to have B.C. man jailed indefinitely after attempted robbery
A British Columbia judge has rejected a bid by prosecutors to have a man who was convicted of attempted robbery jailed indefinitely as a dangerous offender.
U.S. border crossings from Canada down 24 per cent as U.S. projected to lose billions
Return trips to the United States were down almost 24 per cent year-over-year in November, which continues a trend from the same month in 2024.
Princeton gas prices climb, mayor calls on province to step in
As of this week, gas prices in Princeton are hovering around $1.41 per litre, roughly 10 to 20 cents higher than nearby cities in the regional district.
Vancouver Island wood chip plant’s closure ‘a difficult moment,’ says CEO
The Atli Wood Chip Plant on northern Vancouver Island says it will be closing next month, impacting more than 20 employees working there.
Man shot, killed in Burnaby had connection to B.C. gang conflict, investigators say
IHIT has now taken over the case and has identified the victim as Dilraj Singh Gill of Vancouver. Gill was known to police, and the shooting appears to be targeted.
Westham Island Bridge closed indefinitely as repairs more extensive, TransLink says
TransLink, which owns and maintains the bridge that connects Westham Island and Delta, says that earlier this week, a marine vessel hit the bridge.
Ryan Wedding arrested: Olympian-turned-alleged drug lord captured
Ryan Wedding, a Canadian Olympian-turned-alleged cocaine kingpin, has been arrested, U.S. authorities say.
Fewer black bears killed in B.C. last year than in last decade: conservation officers
New figures suggest fewer black bears in British Columbia were killed in 2025 than in previous years in the last decade.
B.C. teen found dead on Australian beach drowned, not killed by dingoes: autopsy
An autopsy in Australia has determined that a young Canadian who was found dead on a beach this week was likely not killed by a pack of 10 dingoes.
Canucks drop tough 5-4 decision to visiting Devils
The Vancouver Canucks are finally getting healthier but that still wasn't enough for them to win consecutive games for the first time in more than a month.
Abbotsford police ask who’s ‘missing a load of lumber’ after trailer theft
Police in Abbotsford, B.C., say a load of lumber was found in late December on two stolen semi-trailers, but the owner of the trailers says the lumber does not belong to them.
Recipe: Crispy skin Steelhead Salmon
This recipe from Steve Rutherford, the executive chef at The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver is sure to impress everyone and you can make it at home!
Dingoes found circling B.C. teen to be culled, Australia says
Environment Minister Andrew Powell said in the same statement that while euthanizing the animals was a tough decision, it's the "right call."
‘Prepared to welcome anyone that would come out’: Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki on queer players
Appearing on a Quebec talk show, Montreal Canadiens players spoke about inclusion amid the success of 'Heated Rivalry,' saying the team would welcome any player who comes out.
Suspect identified after allegedly violating a horse on Vernon, B.C. property
A police dog services team conducted an extensive search of the property but was unable to locate the suspect at the time.
ICBC CEO stands by no-fault model, says it keeps rates stable, provides rebates
In B.C.'s latest quarterly financial report, ICBC was forecast to contribute $295 million to the province's revenue, but actually contributed $695 million.
B.C. couple launches petition about fur traps after beloved Husky caught, killed
A few weeks ago, Sean Boxell was skiing with two-year-old Moon near Radium Hot Springs when their dog was seemingly lured to the trap by the smell of raw meat.
Months-long Vancouver road closure worries businesses as revenue drops
Residents and businesses along the Broadway Corridor in Vancouver are now dealing with a four-month-long road closure through Mount Pleasant.
Pattullo Bridge closure to begin in early February, scheduled to last 1 week
Starting on Feb. 6, the Pattullo Bridge and the stal̕əw̓asəm (Riverview) Bridge will be closed to connect the roadways on either side to the new bridge.
Ryan Wedding pleads not guilty to murder, drug trafficking charges in U.S.
A Canadian Olympian will appear in federal court Monday on charges he allegedly ran a billion-dollar multinational drug trafficking ring and orchestrating multiple killings.
ICE wants to buy building owned by Jim Pattison Developments in Hanover, Virginia
The department sent a letter to the Hanover County planning department in Hanover, Va., sharing its intent to "purchase, occupy and rehabilitate" the warehouse property.
Counsel for OPCC resigns from Myles Gray hearing over obscenity
Richard Neary, the lawyer for Brad Hickford, read a statement by his client saying he is "bewildered and troubled" by a recording of the obscenity that was captured on audio.
Vancouver hearing into Myles Gray’s death set to resume after obscenity caused delay
A hearing into the death of Myles Gray is set to resume Monday after it was delayed by an obscene remark that was captured on an audio feed of the proceeding last week.
No compensation for Vancouver businesses affected by Broadway Subway Project
Local business owners say they have been losing money since the project started more than five years ago and are seeking compensation to help them survive.
B.C. attorney general stands by ICBC’s no-fault model, says it’s working
Niki Sharma said ICBC has been able to give rebates for three years in a row, but was not able to say if, or when, rates might come down.
Man accused of violating a horse at Vernon equestrian centre arrested
Erica Van Meehan, the owner of Abigail Equestrian in Vernon, says an intruder triggered her security cameras early on Saturday morning.
West Vancouver police release composite photo, seeking info about historic death
On May 4, 1999, officers discovered the body of an adult man in a tent southeast of Eagle Lake in the mountainous region of West Vancouver.
Canucks goalie Demko to have season-ending surgery
Another injury-plagued season has ended for Vancouver Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko.
B.C. attorney general warns business leaders on doing deals with ICE
Attorney General Niki Sharma said at a press conference on Tuesday that British Columbians, Canadians and people around the world are concerned about what is happening in the U.S.
Canucks’ Thatcher Demko to undergo surgery, out for season
The goaltender will miss the remainder of the 2025-2026 regular season after he was placed on injured reserve following a loss on Jan. 10 against the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Surrey council wants feds to issue state of emergency due to extortion violence
Mayor Brenda Locke is also requesting Ottawa declare a federal state of emergency and reiterated the need for a national extortion commissioner to oversee a co-ordinated response.
Public hearing into death of Myles Gray adjourned for four weeks
A long-anticipated hearing into the police-involved death of Myles Gray in 2015 is being adjourned for four weeks, after it was derailed by an obscene remark.
Why two skulls unearthed in B.C. could be harbingers for future archeological woes
Last June, landscapers working on a site in Kamloops, B.C., came upon a troubling discovery — two human skulls and jawbones.
Vancouver hearing into death of Myles Gray to resume after counsel for OPCC resigns
A hearing into the 2015 police-involved killing of Miles Gray hangs in the balance in Vancouver this morning after Monday's resignation of counsel for the proceeding.
Alberta could overtake B.C. in population in the next 10 years: Statistics Canada
B.C. Premier David Eby said that the province has grown by about 300,000 people in a few years, but he believes that immigration numbers have been reduced by Ottawa.
National summit on extortion crisis to be held in B.C., premier says
Premier David Eby said on Wednesday that the federal government is committing 20 more officers and helicopter support to police in B.C.
Trouble in Port Coquitlam neighbourhood after care provider, resident moves in
The City of Port Coquitlam told Global News that the house isn't authorized to be used for this service and neighbours have been concerned about what's happening.
Kelowna forum targets crime as local businesses push for change
The more than two-hour meeting, which brought together business owners, city officials, police, and provincial representatives, quickly revealed deep frustration in the room.
How the Ryan Wedding drug trial could compare to ‘El Chapo’ court case
The former U.S. attorney who oversaw the prosecution and conviction of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman tells Global News there are similarities in both cases.
B.C. ostrich cull cost almost $7 million
The ostriches at the Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, B.C., were culled in November 2025, following an unsuccessful legal challenge from the farm to prevent the cull.
Man cleared of 1984 murder makes Vancouver court appearance on new charges
Mark Edward Grant, who was acquitted in the 1984 murder of a 13-year-old Winnipeg schoolgirl, appeared by video in a Vancouver court on new charges involving a different woman.
Golf course assault charge dropped against Surrey man after he took Alternative Measures course
Hyun Bin Eun, 45, was accused of assault with a weapon in the Oct. 12, 2024, incident, which was captured on video at the Burnaby Mountain Golf Course.
Vancouver-based Jim Pattison group says it didn’t know warehouse would become ICE facility
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is in the process of buying a building owned by Jim Pattison Developments to use as an ICE processing facility.
Thompson, Kingsbury named Canada’s flag-bearers for 2026 Olympic Games
Both athletes made their Canadian Olympic debuts at the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics and are set to compete in their fourth Winter Games.
Rising drug poisonings prompt rare B.C.-wide alert over medetomidine
The BC Centre for Disease Control has issued a provincewide drug alert as poisonings rise, warning that medetomidine is increasingly present in the unregulated drug supply.
B.C. premier calls meeting between Alberta separatists, Trump officials ‘treason’
B.C. Premier David Eby is condemning reports of meetings between Alberta separatists and U.S. officials to discuss separation from Canada, accusing them of 'treason.'
Dog put down after fatal Surrey attack against another in January
The City of Surrey says that after an assessment, the attacking dog was deemed dangerous and was put down after being surrendered by the owner.
What’s happening in Surrey is a ‘terror attack in slow motion,’ B.C. premier says
B.C. Premier David Eby made those comments in Ottawa on Thursday after meeting with the other premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Ontario family calls for changes after their 26-year-old son received MAID in B.C.
“He didn't have the items necessary to qualify for MAID and quite frankly, the system failed him," Joseph Caprara, Vafaeian's stepfather, said.
Camping fees increase for 59 B.C. parks, non-residents to pay a surcharge
BC Parks says it is introducing a new camping surcharge for people living outside of B.C. and updating camping fees for the first time since 2016.
Person hit and killed by train in Fort Langley
Langley, B.C., RCMP said that at approximately 7:45 a.m. on Thursday, they were called to the tracks near Glover Road and Billy Brown Road.
10 people abducted from Mexico mining site, confirms Vancouver-based firm
The company said the incident is currently under investigation and information is limited, but it confirms that local authorities have been notified.
B.C.’s senior population is growing faster than new long-term care beds: advocate
A report from B.C.'s seniors advocate says the province has seen a five per cent increase in long-term care beds since 2019 to 2020.
New business CCTV registry rolled out by City of Kelowna prompts concerns
'It doesn’t take a lot of research to find out that nothing new is coming to the table,' said Todd Daniels, owner of Gallery Streetwear in downtown Kelowna.
Dual anti-ICE protests in Vancouver partly become a celebration
Two B.C. businesses were the focus of the protests due to their ties with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, but one of them was not held.
Whitecaps CEO says no one wants to buy the team as future, finances remain unstable
Axel Schuster, CEO, said that despite good conversations with BC Place, where they play, and PavCo, which owns and operates BC Place, the future has stalled.
Comox Valley issues State of Local Emergency due to flooding, 1 person may be missing
In a statement, the regional district says that residents are encouraged to follow the directions of emergency service personnel and obey all road and trail closures.
Toronto drivers spent 100 hours in rush hour traffic in 2025: report
Toronto drivers lost about 100 hours, or roughly four days, stuck in rush-hour traffic in 2025, according to the annual Traffic Index report.
B.C. government launches selection process for AI, data centre projects to compete for power
A competitive process awarding companies that offer the most economic and environmental benefits is the right path forward, Energy Minister Adrian Dix said.
Board of Metro Vancouver meets to address affordability, spending
Last year, a Deloitte review of Metro Vancouver’s governance structure described the 41-member board as “large and unwieldy" and issued many recommendations.
Jeffrey Epstein denied permission to visit Canada in 2018, documents show
The Canadian government informed Epstein he was inadmissible because he was convicted of a crime considered an indictable offence in Canada.
Virginia warehouse sale to ICE won’t proceed, B.C.-based Jim Pattison group says
The sale of a Virginia warehouse to Immigration and Customs Enforcement will not proceed, according to a statement from Jim Pattison Developments.
CFIA official tells of threats and harassment that dogged ostrich cull operation
As Canadian Food Inspection Agency workers prepared for a cull of hundreds of ostriches at a British Columbia farm, they came under a variety of harassment from opponents of the operation, said a senior official with the agency. They peaked with the “extreme” example of a CFIA worker and their family facing “in-person threats” of “physical violence...
B.C. school trustee ‘terrified’ after police ordered her out of vehicle at gunpoint
Police said the investigations have now been resolved, pointing to a BC Highway Patrol statement about five people taken into custody after a high-speed stolen vehicle stop.
Wagon-dragging B.C. islanders face weeks without vehicle bridge, knocked askew by tug
More than a week after the wood-deck single-lane truss bridge was damaged by a tugboat on Jan. 20, residents say they are worried for themselves and their neighbours.