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Abbotsford, B.C., police first in Canada to roll out BolaWrap, a non-lethal restraint tool

The Abbotsford Police Department says it's the first in Canada to deploy a new non-lethal restraint tool called the BolaWrap — a device it says will reduce injuries during "emotionally charged or unpredictable situations."

'Fighting for our community': Evacuees, fire crews see groundswell of support as Island wildfire burns

While evacuees from about 100 properties were able to return to their homes on Wednesday evening, the majority remain displaced. In the midst of it, a groundswell of community support is helping fire crews and evacuees.

2 climbers plucked from B.C. mountain face after complex overnight rescue mission

Members of three search and rescue groups combined efforts to save two climbers stranded on a sheer rock face of Yak Peak near Hope, B.C., early Wednesday after one of the climbers fell and injured their head. 

B.C.'s 2024 deficit under forecast at $7.3B, but taxpayer-supported debt nears $100B

B.C.'s finance ministry attributes the debt spike to the province having supported people through climate emergencies and high costs.
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