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A BC Ferries vessel, the Queen of Coquitlam, broke down due to mechanical issues, stranding passengers for over three hours before reaching Horseshoe Bay. While the ship was repaired, BC Ferries arranged for water taxis to transport passengers and canceled further sailings on the route until late afternoon.
The Lions Bay Search and Rescue team rescued a group of hikers stranded on Brunswick Mountain after they lost their way on steep snow. One hiker separated from the group followed a secluded creek, went missing, but later reached a logging road and was found. Nearby campers assisted by keeping everyone warm around a fire.
The BC Wildfire Service reports 13 active wildfires in British Columbia as of Monday, with six new fires sparked over the weekend. Most fires are under control, but one near Fort St. John has burned 10 hectares. Authorities urge residents to prepare for the upcoming wildfire season amidst drought-like conditions in some areas.
Vancouver Canucks' president Jim Rutherford confirmed that coach Rick Tocchet will decide his future with the team this week. The team is considering a trade for Elias Pettersson before his no-movement clause activates on July 1, while management aims to fill the gap left by J.T. Miller's trade.
Homicide investigators identified Tyler Smith, 47, as the victim of a fatal fire in Langley on April 18. IHIT seeks information from anyone who interacted with Smith before the incident, emphasizing the investigation's isolated nature.
Vancouver police re-arrested convicted sex offender Hayden McCorriston after he allegedly violated release conditions. McCorriston, who was serving a three-year, two-month sentence for sexually assaulting multiple women, failed to return to his halfway house. He remains in custody following the issuance of a Canada-wide warrant.
A fundraiser supports the family of 26-year-old Rahul Ranwa, who drowned near Vancouver's Wreck Beach. Search efforts included helicopters and drones, but authorities found his body at Third Beach in Stanley Park. The GoFundMe aims to cover repatriation costs and alleviate his family's educational debts.
The Surrey Police Service is currently investigating a stabbing incident that occurred on Thursday evening, resulting in two individuals being hospitalized. One patient is reported to be in serious condition while the other remains stable. The situation is ongoing, and police have not confirmed any arrests yet.
The West Vancouver Police Department advises drivers without ferry reservations to avoid Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal due to severe congestion and long wait times. Constable Duncan West reported that the backup has created significant traffic jams, affecting access to Whistler and other areas. Drivers are being turned away, highlighting the importance of planning ahead when traveling during peak times.
A significant fire broke out in a commercial building in Surrey, impacting multiple businesses, including a learning center and a health clinic. Fire crews are actively battling the blaze, with one person receiving treatment for significant burns. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and drivers are advised to avoid the area.