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Si Lilia Avoutova, 78, mula Burnaby ay nasa coma sa Kunming, China matapos magkaroon ng stroke; pamilya nangangailangan ng napakamahal na medevac (
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Ang 220-acre na Heppell potato farm sa Surrey, na inuupahan mula sa pederal na lupa, maaaring mawalan ng lease pagkatapos ng 50 taon — petisyon para iligtas ang bukid may >86,000 pirma.
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Napatagilid ang pagdinig para sapilitang paglilipat ng Fairview homeless encampment sa Penticton; residente nag-aalala kung saan sila pupunta at negosyo nagrereklamo tungkol sa sunog at kaligtasan.
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Tinitingnan ng probinsiya ang pagbabago sa DRIPA (Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act) matapos dalawang hukuman na nagbigay ng higit na karapatan sa mga First Nations; confidential na sulat ipinadala sa ilang lider.
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May bagong app na WildfireScore na nag-rate ng wildfire risk ng bahay (1–5) at nag-aalok ng 30-year probability report ($20) — makakatulong sa paghahanda at insurance decisions.
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Isang 65 anyos na babae sa Surrey ang nasaktan nang malubha sa isang home invasion; SPS Major Crime team nagsisiyasat, tumawag sa 604-599-0502 kung may impormasyon.
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Binago ang ruta ng Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade para sa kaligtasan (April 11, 11 a.m.): bahagi ng daan inilipat mula Marine Drive patungong Ross Street at Fraser–Maine, mas maraming security measures.
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Pamilya ng mga biktima ng 1982 mass murder sa B.C. nagreklamo na hindi na sila makapagsalita nang personal sa susunod na parole hearing dahil ang sentensiyadong salarin ay pumili ng paper review.
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Ottawa maglalaan ng $28.9M para sa carbon capture at renewable projects sa ilalim ng Energy Innovation Program, kasama ang higit $9M para sa solar projects.
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Muling nagkaroon ng sunog sa Abbotsford Whatcom Road encampment kung saan isang 69-anyos ang nabaril at namatay; pulis at mga opisyal humihiling ng agarang mga solusyon mula sa lalawigan.
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BC Hydro ire-repurpose ang Site C worker camp (85%) para sa North Coast Transmission Line project — nakakatipid at makakatulong sa timelines; operasyon ng camp matatapos Mar 31.
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B.C. Supreme Court tumanggi sa isang sibil na kaso na nag-aakusa ng malakihang pagnanakaw-pinansyal mula sa isang pinatay na tao sa China, dahil sa kakulangan ng ebidensya.
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RCMP tumuklas ng 115 kg meth na nakasilid sa mga garapon ng pickles sa Tsawwassen; arestado ang dalawang lalaki sa Australia at isa sa Kelowna.
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Magandang balita para kay Maya Gebala (biktima ng Tumbler Ridge shooting): ang abscess niya hindi lumalaki at may pag-asa siyang ilipat mula ICU; pamilya tumanggap ng international medical support.
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Isang lalaki kinasuhan ng bestiality matapos mapanood sa security footage na inaabuso ang isang kabayo sa Vernon farm — may dagdag na camera ngayon para sa bawat kabayo.
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Ang BC Conservative MLA na si Hon Chan (Richmond Centre) tinanggal mula sa caucus matapos iulat na may malulubhang criminal charges (assault, choking, uttering threats) na kinasuhan noong Mar 25.
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Matinding pag-ulan at niyebe nagdala ng pansamantalang pagsasara ng Coquihalla Highway; Environment Canada nagbigay ng snowfall warning (mga ~15 cm).
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Mga piloto nagsasabing NAV Canada kulang ng mga air traffic controller (~200) at minsan pinagkakabit-kabit ang mga posisyon — umiiral ang mga protocol pero gusto nila ng mas matatag na staffing.
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Paghatol sa US laban sa Meta/YouTube ($6M sa nagreklamo) maaaring makaapekto at maging patnubay sa class-action laban sa Meta sa B.C.; usapan ng legal options nagpapatuloy.
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Habang naghahanda ang Vancouver para sa 2026 FIFA, nag-aalala ang ilan tungkol sa kung paano hawakan ang mga walang tirahan sa beautification zones — lungsod nagmumungkahi dagdag na daytime shelter hours pero hindi sapilitang relocations.
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Si Shane Braniff ng West Kelowna naghahanap ng agarang brain surgery para sa bihirang epilepsy; referral at kakulangan ng neurosurgeons sa Kelowna nagiging hadlang, kaya nagfa-fundraise siya.
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OPCC magsasagawa ng pagsusuri sa mga kaso ng sexualized conduct sa municipal police workplaces sa B.C.; layunin ay i-review policies, training at reporting pathways.
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Bagaman may kakulangan sa primary care, maraming bagong Nurse Practitioners (NPs) sa B.C. ang nahihirapang makakita ng trabaho dahil pondo at istrukturang pinipili ang doktor roles.
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Victoria Police hindi na magbibigay ng traffic control para sa bahagi ng lingguhang pro-Palestinian march mula Abril 4 para protektahan wellness ng mga pulis; organizers at publiko inabisuhan.
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Maternity unit ng Peace Arch Hospital (White Rock) naka-divert mula 8am Mar 25 hanggang 8am Mar 31 dahil sa ob-gyn vacancies — tawagan ang unit para gabay kung saan manganak.
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Public Safety Minister sinabi RCMP at CSIS nagre-review ng Vancouver company (Seven Seas) na sinasabing may ugnayan sa US-sanctioned Hezbollah network; paunang imbestigasyon nagpapatuloy.
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Mga trahedya sa kalikasan: apat ang namatay sa magkahiwalay na avalanches sa Hilagang B.C., kabilang ang tatlong heli-skiers na nasawi malapit sa Mount Knauss; Coroners Service nag-iimbestiga.
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Potable water tests sa Queen of Alberni at Salish Orca nagpakita ng coliform/E. coli; BC Ferries at public health nagpatnubay at sinimulan ang flushing ng system.
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4 people die in different northern B.C. avalanches on Sunday
Three heli-skiers were killed when they were caught in an avalanche on the Iridium Shoulder ski run on Mount Knauss, north of Terrace.
Iran war could increase grocery costs in B.C.; fuel prices remain high
As the U.S.-Israel war on Iran continues, consumers should brace higher grocery costs. One expert says the hardest hit items are expected to include meat, dairy and seafood.
Woman charged with Surrey NICU assault, animal cruelty remains in custody
Lindsey Hirtreiter was arrested on a warrant late last week, even though she is not facing any new charges.
Kelowna man fined $5K for flying drone during 2023 McDougall Creek wildfire
A Kelowna man has been ordered to pay a $5,000 fine for flying a drone near the fire-ravaged Okanagan Lake Resort during the McDougall Creek wildfire in 2023.
B.C. abuse victim goes public to help others
An Abbotsford woman who was sexually abused as a child is speaking out after suffering years of abuse at the hands of her stepfather, starting at the age of just 12 years old.
‘It’s just sad:’ Kelowna residents disappointed after city removes swath of trees
For now, the chainsaws have quieted, but for many who live nearby, the debate over what’s been lost and what comes next is far from over.
‘Prison conditions’: B.C. mom says of U.S. detention centre in Texas
Originally from B.C., Tania Warner and her seven-year-old daughter Ayla, have been in U.S. immigration detention since they were stopped by border agents in Texas on March 14.
B.C. Highway Patrol fines driver who they say was dozing behind the wheel
A police officer pulled up beside an electric car last week during the morning rush-hour commute along Highway 1 in Coquitlam. The driver appeared to be asleep.
Tumbler Ridge shooting victim Maya Gebala suffers surgery setback
Cia Edmonds, whose daughter is Maya Gabela, said the 12-year-old did not undergo a scheduled skull repair surgery last week because doctors found a leaking abscess.
Nanaimo woman fined $1,000 in senior’s monster truck parking lot death
Nanaimo RCMP said the modified design of Jazmin Patenaude’s truck, which was jacked up like a monster truck, contributed to the tragic incident.
Canada’s Pride festivals ask feds for $9M over 3 years to help with rising costs
The funding being requested is for on rising infrastructure costs, bringing in talent and the pullback of corporate sponsors and would be distributed across 200 Pride festivals.
3 people killed in B.C. avalanche were Swiss nationals, reports say
The company, White Wilderness Heliskiing, issued a statement on Tuesday saying the avalanche happened near Mt Knauss on the ski run Iridium Shoulder.
Potable water being restored on 2 BC Ferries after coliform, E. coli found
The organization did not post any public notifications about the issue; however, Global News got a tip and asked BC Ferries what was happening.
‘Defeated, devastated’: B.C. boy denied funding to receive medical care in Germany
Doctors from BC Children's Hospital and Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto also wrote letters of support for Nathan to travel to Germany to get the treatment.
B.C. government denies Scottish midwife’s work permit over missing English test
Heather Gilchrist moved to Canada from the U.K., looking for a fresh start after her husband passed away. But now her life is in limbo.
B.C. jewelry designer closing long-time store due to U.S. tariffs
Keith Jack designs and sells handmade Celtic jewelry and despite surviving the COVID-19 pandemic, he says the tariffs hit him harder.
B.C. MP tells story of Tumbler Ridge ‘hero’ who carried message to victim’s family
The MP who represents Tumbler Ridge gave a heartbreaking speech at the National Prayer Breakfast in Ottawa on Tuesday, honouring the victims of the Feb. 10 shooting.
69-year-old man dead in targeted shooting at Abbotsford homeless camp
Abbotsford police said that officers were called on Monday at 11:11 p.m. to the Whatcom Road Park and Ride after reports of a shooting.
B.C. considering changes to weaken DRIPA, shares confidential letter with First Nations leaders
The bill, known as DRIPA, requires B.C. to take "all measures" to align the rights of Indigenous Peoples with existing provincial legislation.
‘Uncertainty’ remains as cleanup of Coquitlam, B.C., mudslide continues
Crews made good progress over the weekend and into Monday clearing debris from a mudslide in Coquitlam, B.C., last week, but a city official says uncertainty looms.
Pilots say NAV Canada protocols not always followed, would like more robust staffing
Following the deadly crash, pilots have told Global News that the protocols, including those at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), are not always followed in practice.
U.S. Meta decision could affect B.C. lawsuit, lawyer says
It is the second blow to Meta this week after a jury in New Mexico ordered the social media giant to pay $375 million for violating child safety laws.
As Vancouver prepares for FIFA, questions raised about unhoused people
Seattle, which is also hosting, has rolled out an emergency plan to move some encampments and expand shelter and housing space ahead of the tournament.
‘It’ll save my life’: West Kelowna man desperate for brain surgery
“It’ll save my life… it’ll change everything. Over the last six months, the last year, my doctors have sent letters to the neurosurgeon and haven’t heard a thing,” he said.
Investigation launched into sexualized conduct across B.C. municipal police forces
The OPCC says that workplace-related sexualized conduct by police officers is a recurring issue, including situations characterized by significant power imbalances.
Nurse practitioners struggling to find employment in B.C., despite high demand
Angela Wignall, chief executive officer of the Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia, told Global News that students and new graduates are struggling to find work.
Victoria police changing response to weekly pro-Palestinian rally after 126 weeks
According to the department, more than 10,000 hours of officer time have been dedicated to managing these events, which have been taking place for 126 weeks.
Maternity unit at Peace Arch Hospital on diversion for 6 days
In an update posted online, Fraser Health says people in labour who had planned to give birth at Peace Arch are advised to call the maternity unit.
RCMP, CSIS reviewing Vancouver company accused of ties to Hezbollah, minister says
The RCMP and CSIS are looking into the company, which remains active in Canada despite being sanctioned by the U.S.
Another oil pipeline through B.C. sees renewed interest as Enbridge CEO weighs in
The CEO of Canadian pipeline giant Enbridge said on Bloomberg Television that the investment climate is not there yet, but it is starting to clear up.
Gob the Vancouver Island marmot journeys back to breeding centre after release
The Vancouver Island marmot, found only on Vancouver Island, is still making its way back from extinction after reaching a low of fewer than 30 animals in 2003.
Legal battle ensues over West Vancouver mansion ordered demolished in 2021
The house on Bellevue Avenue was damaged in 2015 and in 2021, the District of West Vancouver declared it to be a derelict structure and ordered the owner to have it demolished.
RCMP in B.C. intercept meth hidden in pickle jars bound for Australia
In January, RCMP officers and CBSA officers at the Tsawwassen Container Examination Facility intercepted a shipment of 115 kilograms of methamphetamine hidden in jars of pickles.
Tumbler Ridge shooting victim Maya Gebala gets some good news
In an update posted online by her mom, Cia Edmonds, she said that on Wednesday, they "got some good news (finally)" about Maya's abscess.
Man charged with bestiality, accused of sexually assaulting horse on Vernon farm
Erica Van Meenen said that in January, she discovered surveillance footage that allegedly showed a man sexually assaulting one of her horses.
BC Conservative MLA removed from caucus, facing ‘serious charges’
Hon Chan, the MLA for Richmond Centre, informed Conservative Interim Leader Trevor Halford on Wednesday, Halford said in a release.
OPP seek suspect after alleged identity fraud used to buy luxury vehicle in B.C.
Police say a suspect has used a fraudulent piece of ID in Ontario and B.C., to purchase a luxury vehicle. They are urging the public to help identify a suspect.
Old Man Winter wallops B.C.’s Mainland/Southwest region, major highway closed
Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning, forecasting roughly 15 cm of snow in the region, with reduced visibility possible at times.
Recently launched app rates wildfire risk for properties across Canada
A program calculating wildfire risks for properties is available. It hopes to keep Canadians informed on the effects of the increasing fire possibility in their area.
Ottawa to contribute $29M to carbon capture, renewable energy projects
The money is coming from Canada's Energy Innovation Program, which the federal government says promotes clean tech and looks to keep Canadian energy reliable and competitive.
Future uncertain for Surrey potato farm as land is owned by federal government
Every year, the Heppell family grows roughly 50 million servings of potatoes and other crops on a 220-acre parcel near 192nd Street and 36th Avenue.
Application to evict Penticton homeless camp postponed, but frustrations remain
The province's application for a court injunction to evict the roughly two dozen residents and dismantle the camp, along a busy stretch of Highway 97, has been postponed.
DRIPA legislation will be front and centre when B.C. MLAs return to the legislature
'We want to see a clear path forward,' Scott McInnis, Conservative MLA for Columbia River-Revelstoke and the critic for Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, told Global News.
Woman seriously hurt in Surrey home invasion, police say
Surrey police were called at approximately 11:15 a.m. to a home in the 14400 block of 32B Avenue after it was reported that armed people had gone into the home and then left.
Vancouver Vaisakhi Parade route changed this year following Lapu Lapu tragedy
Sgt. Adam Donaldson with the VPD said, 'The city provided VPD with the route change and what VPD's job is to make a plan for the preparations for the route change.'
Family of victims of B.C. murderer say they now can’t speak at parole hearings
The family of the victims of one of the most brutal murders in B.C. history says they are being victimized by the justice system again.
Another fire at Abbotsford encampment where man was shot
On Thursday, firefighters responded to a blaze in one of the RVs used for housing at the Whatcom Road Park and Ride in Abbotsford.
Site C camp to be repurposed for North Coast Transmission Line project: BC Hydro
Hydro says about 85 per cent of the camp, which includes 21 dormitories and the construction site office, will be relocated to sites between Prince George and Terrace.
Family of China murder victim loses B.C. lawsuit against family of executed killer
The B.C. Supreme Court dismissed Thursday a lawsuit filed by the family of a man murdered in a "contract killing" in 2017 in China.
Family fighting to bring B.C. senior home after she fell into a coma in China
A British Columbia grandmother is stranded in China in a coma with her family unable to pay the hundreds of thousands of dollars to bring her home via air ambulance