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A Whistler woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries after a black bear attacked her while she walked her leashed dog on Monday night. Conservation Officers responded, located the bear, and subsequently killed it due to public safety concerns. The BC Conservation Officer Service urges residents to review wildlife safety precautions as warmer weather approaches.
British Columbia's election results remained uncertain for several ridings until Tuesday afternoon, with incumbent NDP member Don Davies narrowly defeating Liberal candidate Amy Gill in Vancouver Kingsway by 310 votes. Other tight races included Coquitlam-Port Coquitlam and Fleetwood-Port Kells, as Elections Canada cited high voter turnout for delays in reporting. Conservative Aaron Gunn won in North Island-Powell River amid controversy over his past statements.
British Columbia's auditor general report reveals that Legal Aid BC lacks adequate processes to ensure timely legal assistance for low-income individuals. Acting auditor general Sheila Dodds highlights a 28% increase in demand for legal aid and recommends several measures, including a long-term funding forecast and a complaints process, which Legal Aid BC has accepted.
Rick Tocchet will not return as head coach of the Vancouver Canucks next season, marking the team's search for its fourth coach in four years. Tocchet cited family priorities and a desire for new opportunities, having led the Canucks to a division win last season but struggling this year. The organization expressed disappointment but respect for Tocchet's decision.
British Columbia's Premier David Eby announced a potential public inquiry into the April 26 tragedy at a Vancouver Filipino festival if the ongoing criminal investigation fails to provide adequate answers. The accused, Kai-Ji Adam Lo, faces eight charges of second-degree murder after eleven attendees were killed in a car-ramming incident during the festival. Eby emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, particularly concerning the mental health background of the accused.
Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes, alongside Cale Makar and Zach Werenski, is a finalist for the Norris Trophy, awarded to the top defenseman in the NHL. Hughes recorded 16 goals and 76 points in 68 games this season, aiming for his second consecutive win of the award. Makar, a finalist for the fifth time, led all defensemen with 30 goals, while Werenski achieved career-highs with 23 goals and 82 points.
A commercial truck knocked down electrical lines on Clearbrook Road in Abbotsford, prompting a closure in both directions. The Abbotsford Police Department responded to the incident around 5 p.m. and reported no injuries, but the road remained closed as of 8:20 p.m.
The BC Highway Patrol investigates a tractor-trailer that struck the No. 3 Road overpass on Highway 1 near Chilliwack Tuesday. While the overpass sustained visible damage, officials confirmed its structural integrity remains intact. This incident marks the 11th overpass strike in British Columbia this year.
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority confirmed that Kai-Ji Adam Lo, accused of killing 11 people by driving through a Filipino festival, was under mental health care at the time. Lo faces eight charges of second-degree murder, and 32 people were injured during the incident. The health authority expressed condolences to the victims and their families.
A year after a cyberattack crippled London Drugs, personal data remains accessible on the dark web. Threat analyst Luke Connolly highlights improvements in the company's cybersecurity measures, though he notes the ongoing risk posed by cybercriminals like LockBit. London Drugs faced a $25 million ransom demand but chose not to pay.