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• EDITORIAL: Share your warmth

  22-12-2017 19:10 via abbynews.com
  Sending your spirit forth doesn’t mean necessarily getting it out there and volunteering for charityThe post EDITORIAL: Share your warmth appeared first on Abbotsford News.
  
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• B.C. helicopter hub is home to the internationally acclaimed fire raptor

  13-03-2026 14:45 via abbynews.com
  Fire raptors mid-renovation are just one modern move for the generational Vancouver Island Helicopters Aviation Group based at the Victoria International Airport.Residents are long accustomed to seeing Sikorsky’s come and go, the workhorse helicopter of VIH Helicopters, the original business of the group. Jen Norie is at the helm of that operation, while also leading communications for the VIH Aviation Group, which includes VIH Aerospace, VIH Execujet and YYJ FBO Services, founded from the
  
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• Swartz Bay police incident delays Victoria to Vancouver ferry sailing

  13-03-2026 14:20 via abbynews.com
  A police incident at the Swartz Bay ferry terminal caused a delay for a Thursday afternoon (March 12) sailing between Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland.
  BC Ferries said a vessel bound for Tsawwassen was held in dock while police responded.
  Once the incident had been resolved, the 3 p.m. sailing departed 23 minutes behind schedule.
  Other vessels providing service on this route were not affected by the incident.
  Sidney North Saanich RCMP have been approached for comment.
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• DeBrusk scores shootout winner as Canucks rally to beat Predators 4-3

  13-03-2026 05:45 via abbynews.com
  Jake DeBrusk scored the winning goal in a shooting, helping the Vancouver Canucks to a come-from-behind 4-3 win over the Nashville Predators in NHL action Thursday at Rogers Arena.
  Marco Rossi had a goal and two assists to led the offence for Vancouver (20-37-8), with Brock Boeser and Filip Hronek each adding a goal and a helper. Nikita Tolopilo earned the win in goal, stopping 16 shots.
  Tyson Jost (2) and Matthew Wood replied for the Predators (29-27-9), with Juuse Saros taking the netminding l
  
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• Carney announces $40 billion for Northern defence and infrastructure

  13-03-2026 04:07 via abbynews.com
  Prime Minister Mark Carney flew to Yellowknife on March 12 to announce $40 billion of investments to “defend and transform” Canada’s North.
  Part of that transformation will be the construction of the Mackenzie Valley Highway, beginning this summer.
  Phase one will include a road of more than 800 km from Wrigley to Norman Wells. Phase two will continue the highway to Inuvik.
  The government also plans to construct a deep-water port in Grays Bay in Nunavut, and a 230-km, all-season
  
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• Threat at Burnaby secondary school ‘not credible’: RCMP

  13-03-2026 00:45 via abbynews.com
  Burnaby Mounties say a threat at a local high school Thursday was “not credible.”
  RCMP responded to Burnaby North Secondary School just before 1 p.m. on March 12 for a report of a threat, according to a release Thursday afternoon. Officers arrived at the school “within minutes of being dispatched and quickly worked to assess the safety of students and staff.”
  The school, police said, was placed on lockdown temporarily as a precaution and officer cleared the school, determ
  
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• BC Environmental Assessment Office wants feedback on expedited process proposal

  13-03-2026 00:45 via abbynews.com
  The B.C. Environmental Assessment Office wants feedback from the public on a newly-proposed expedited process that would cut approval times down by between 15 per cent and two-thirds of the normal time.
  The goal, according to the provincial government’s news release, is to review the projects more quickly while still upholding obligations for consulting with First Nations.
  The process, which has not yet been adopted, would apply to proposals that are designated under the Infrastructure Pro
  
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• 150 people died in B.C. in January from toxic drugs: Coroner

  13-03-2026 00:36 via abbynews.com
  Nearly five British Columbians continue to lose their lives each day due to the toxic drug crisis, according to the latest data from the B.C. Coroners Service.
  The B.C. Coroners Service said Thursday (March 12) that 150 people died in January, a 10 per cent decrease from the 167 deaths investigated in January 2025. However, the coroner service says it still equates to 4.8 deaths daily, which is consistent with the number of deaths reported monthly throughout 2025.
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• Province providing $6.6M to reduce diesel use in remote B.C. First Nations

  13-03-2026 00:05 via abbynews.com
  B.C. is providing $6.6 million to 13 remote First Nations to help reduce reliance on diesel generators for power, the province announced on Thursday (March 12).
  The Community Energy Diesel Reduction Program helps pay for clean energy projects in off-grid communities and is part of the province’s CleanBC strategy.
  A statement from Energy and Climate Solutions Minister Adrian Dix said this will help the First Nations “attain energy sovereignty.”
  Major disbursments include $870,00
  
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• Vehicle crash closes Coquihalla Highway in both directions

  12-03-2026 23:51 via abbynews.com
  The Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Merritt to closed in both directions due to a vehicle crash.
  The incident happened around 3:10 p.m. It’s unknown how many vehicles were involved or if anyone is injured.
  From Hope to Merritt, the entire stretch is closed in both directions.
  An assessment is in progress.
  DriveBC’s next update is set for 6 p.m.
  
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• Backpack Buddies helps Surrey students over spring break

  12-03-2026 23:45 via abbynews.com
  With spring break just around the corner for students, one reality remains unchanged for many families: hunger doesn’t take a break.
  For thousands of children in the Lower Mainland, spring break means two weeks without school-provided meals.
  Backpack Buddies is deepening its already established partnership with Surrey Schools by stepping in to make sure students in the school district don’t go without food this break.
  This B.C.-based charity has been working with Surrey Schools for a
  
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• B.C. school district opens dialogue with parents about AI in the classroom

  12-03-2026 23:35 via abbynews.com
  One year after bringing Microsoft Copilot to the classroom, Revelstoke’s school district is starting an important conversation with families about how students can engage successfully with artificial intelligence (AI).
  School District 19 (SD19) hosted a 90-minute event Wednesday evening, March 11, where dozens of parents and some school staff joined to hear presentations on AI is and brainstorm its educational use locally.
  The district said it’s committed to taking a thoughtful, tran
  
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• Mission Memorial Hospital emergency department to close overnight for over 2 weeks

  12-03-2026 22:50 via abbynews.com
  Mission Memorial Hospital’s emergency department will close for 18 consecutive nights starting on Saturday (March 14).
  According to a news release from Fraser Health, the emergency department will operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. from March 14 to March 31.
  Full coverage is slated to resume at 8 a.m. on April 1, but Mission Memorial site medical director Dr. Paul Theron says there’s a chance the temporary hours could extend into April.
  “We are hopeful that we can avoid extending th
  
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• Abbotsford athletes bring home gold from Vancouver Sevens Invitational

  12-03-2026 22:45 via abbynews.com
  A group of B.C. teenagers recently had the opportunity to play in front of thousands of frenzied rugby fans as part of the Vancouver Sevens Invitational tournament, which held its finals at BC Place on March 7.
  Among the various B.C. teams were a handful of Abbotsford athletes, including sisters Amber Vallance and Claudia Vallance.
  The two U18 girls were a part of the BC Gold team, which shut out the BC Blue squad in the semifinals to advance to the championship match against Ontario Blue.
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• RCMP urged to release details on weapons used in Tumbler Ridge shooting

  12-03-2026 22:18 via abbynews.com
  Several gun control advocacy organizations have sent an open letter to RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme, urging the police to release more information about the weapons used in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting.
  The letter was written by PolySeSouvient, a group formed after the 1989 École Polytechnique massacre, and is signed by representatives from Angies Angels, the Canadian Doctors for Protection Against Guns, Danforth Families for Safe Communities, and the Quebec Mosque.
  “Releasing v
  
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• Teacher allegedly injured by student at Williams Lake secondary school

  12-03-2026 22:00 via abbynews.com
  A suspect is in custody after an assault on a teacher at Columneetza Junior Secondary School on Thursday, March 12.
  Williams Lake RCMP responded to the unfolding incident at 11:15 a.m. Thursday morning.
  According to the RCMP, a 15-year-old male reportedly injured a staff member before being apprehended by other school staff.
  After arrival, the youth was taken into police custody and the school was placed on a temporary hold and secure. The RCMP noted this was a temporary measure and they have no
  
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• ‘Fly’ over Chicago in a thrilling new immersive film at Vancouver theatre

  12-03-2026 21:50 via abbynews.com
  A thrilling “flight” over, through and around the city of Chicago is now featured at Flyover Vancouver.
  The Canadian debut of Believe Chicago brings a new immersive experience to the popular attraction at Canada Place, alternating on the big screen with Awaken Canada.
  Following runs in Chicago and Las Vegas, the groundbreaking Believe Chicago is an action-packed adventure that takes viewers on a ride 13,000 feet in the air, with dips and dives around famous buildings and public art i
  
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• Clearwater RCMP arrest murder suspect, individual on Canada-wide warrant near Highway 5

  12-03-2026 21:36 via abbynews.com
  A murder suspect was safely apprehended near Highway 5 on Thursday, Mar. 12.
  Around 3:15 a.m., Clearwater RCMP officers responded to a car stuck in a ditch on Highway 5 near Blue River.
  Police determined that one of the occupants was wanted for murder and possibly armed.
  “Out of an abundance of caution, police closed the highway in both directions for both police and public safety,” the release said.
  The Southeast District Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Police Dog Service assisted
  
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• Gallery 7 Theatre in Abbotsford presents Anastasia: The Musical

  12-03-2026 21:25 via abbynews.com
  The beloved animated film that captivated a generation comes to life on stage as Gallery 7 Theatre presents Anastasia: The Musical, starting March 13.
  The production runs until March 29 at the Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way.
  With a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, the musical adventure sweeps audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the glittering streets of 1920s Paris.
  Director Kate Muchmore Woo has a long personal connectio
  
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• Support dog to help kids at Langley Child and Youth Centre

  12-03-2026 21:15 via abbynews.com
  A new service dog will be on hand to help kids in Langley go through some tough times, thanks to a 10-year support commitment from the Township of Langley Firefighters’ Charitable Society.
  A facility support dog will be coming soon to the Langley Child and Youth Advocacy Centre (CYAC).
  The new facility helps children and families who have been the victims of abuse or domestic violence. A partnership that involves groups as diverse as social services organizations, it is run overall by Lang
  
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• Early morning shooting at home in Surrey: no injuries reported

  12-03-2026 21:01 via abbynews.com
  A home in Surrey’s Cloverdale neighbourhood was damaged by gunfire in the early morning on Thursday (March 12), but police say the shooting was likely not extortion-related.
  RCMP Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit (SPOSU) officers responded to a call of a shooting in the 19500-block of 65 Avenue around 4:35 a.m.
  Police found “multiple shell casings” and damage to a home from the shooting.
  Although the investigation is in the early stages, “it doesn’t appear t
  
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• RCMP seeking witnesses, dash-cam footage of assault near downtown Chilliwack

  12-03-2026 20:20 via abbynews.com
  The Chilliwack RCMP’s serious crime unit is seeking for the public’s help on an assault case that may be linked to the death of a Chilliwack man.
  Chilliwack RCMP say they were notified that on March 7, a man, 49, who had been assaulted on Feb. 21, had died in hospital.
  “Investigators believe the assault may have been a contributing factor in his death and the Serious Crime Unit has taken conduct of the investigation,” according to the RCMP release on March 12.
  The assault
  
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• Okanagan Basin Water Board fundraising for new tech to protect B.C. lakes

  12-03-2026 20:12 via abbynews.com
  The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is seeking funds in order to research a new technology that would allow boat inspectors to easily detect invasive mussel-species.
  A fundraiser, in partnership with OBWB, UBC Okanagan and the Rotaries of the Thompson Okanagan, is attempting to raise $100,000 to accelerate research into eDNA mussel-detection technology.
  “This is an incredibly interesting project and really an incredible Okanagan community story,” said OBWB chair and Lake Country ma
  
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• Father of Chinese music: B.C. musician plays rare 500-year-old instrument

  12-03-2026 20:00 via abbynews.com
  Few other instruments have been more revered in Ancient China than the guqin. The seven-string fretless zither has been played for more than 3,000 years by society’s highest ranks including philosopher Confucius.
  Often called “the father of Chinese music,” it was traditionally played by scholars and noblemen in private settings and was rarely intended for public performances.
  It’s said that the instrument could take up to decades to learn and it was among one of the four
  
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• Chilliwack RCMP seize drugs, detain 17 people, thanks to citizen’s tip

  12-03-2026 19:57 via abbynews.com
  A tip from a vigilant resident who noticed an “abnormally high volume” of foot traffic at a home led to a “significant” drug seizure and 17 people being detained, said Chilliwack RCMP.
  The tip resulted in a multi‑day investigation where police were called to the home on Cleveland Avenue on Feb. 25.
  When RCMP arrived on scene, “officers observed activity consistent with potential drug‑related activity,” Cpl. Carmen Kiener, spokesperson for the Chill
  
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• 2 men charged in connection with Abbotsford bank robbery

  12-03-2026 19:35 via abbynews.com
  More than a month after money was stolen from an Abbotsford bank, two men have now been officially charged with robbery.
  Sgt. Paul Walker of the Abbotsford Police Department said the initial incident occurred on Feb. 6 at 5:23 p.m. in the 2100 block of Sumas Way.
  “A man entered the bank, demanded money, and fled in an awaiting truck after obtaining cash,” said Walker.
  No one was injured during the robbery, with police investigating and eventually arresting two men on March 10.
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• PEA union reaches tentative deal with B.C. government, months after strike’s end

  12-03-2026 19:19 via abbynews.com
  B.C.’s Professional Employees’ Association (PEA) finally has a tentative deal for a new collective bargaining agreement, nearly five months after participating in an eight-week public service strike.
  “It’s been a long road to get here,” PEA executive director Melissa Moroz said in a written statement. “There were months of negotiations after the picket lines came down, but we didn’t walk those picket lines to settle for less.”
  Like the B.C. General
  
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• PHOTOS: Wicked winds rip through Chilliwack

  12-03-2026 19:08 via abbynews.com
  More than 14,000 customers of BC Hydro were left without power as fierce winds ripped through Chilliwack Wednesday night (March 11) and into Thursday morning.
  Countless trees had toppled, many taking down power lines with them. Branches were strewn across roads, fences and signs had blown over, and roofs were damaged.
  Environment Canada issued a yellow weather warning for wind before noon on March 11, saying strong winds that may cause damage were expected.
  They were calling for southwesterly wi
  
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• BC Highway Patrol removes 15 ‘unsafe’ trucks from Highway 97 in the Okanagan

  12-03-2026 18:40 via abbynews.com
  Fifteen commercial trucks were removed from South Okanagan roads this winter by two provincial law enforcement agencies.
  BC Highway Patrol and Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement teamed up twice — on Feb. 26 near Osoyoos and on March 7 north of Summerland — to conduct light and heavy commercial vehicle checks on Highway 97.
  Of the 36 checks near Osoyoos, 10 violation tickets were issued, and four vehicles were removed from the road. A total of 16 inspections or repairs were als
  
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• BigSteelBox Corporation

  12-03-2026 18:30 via abbynews.com
  BigSteelBox Corporation
  located at
  37400 North Parallel Rd, Abbotsford, BC.
  claims a PPSA Lien against
  Virutcham Construction Group
  of Abbotsford, BC,
  For arrears of container rent amounting to $3,629.92, plus any additional costs of storage that accrue. If not paid in full, the contents of the storage container filled with what we believe to be construction supplies, tools, totes, and other miscellaneous items, will be sold via online auction, on Ibid4Storage.com on March 16, 2026.
  
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