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Prince George nightclub bouncer acquitted of sexual assault

A BC Supreme Court judge found nightclub bouncer Austin Ojakovo not guilty of sexual assault after a trial questioning the evidence surrounding a wrestling match with a woman at Ignite nightclub. Justice Alison Latimer stated significant doubt about the incident and concluded the Crown did not prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.

editor November 1, 2025

British Columbia crime Politics

Coquitlam psychiatric patient found not criminally responsible in 2023 stabbings

The man who left Coquitlam’s Forensic Psychiatric Hospital at Colony Farm on an unescorted pass and went on to stab three strangers at a Chinatown festival has been found not criminally responsible due to mental disorder (NCRMD).

editor November 1, 2025

British Columbia Canadian News human interest

‘Feed Your Farmer’ event in BC celebrates the people behind the harvest

Twin sisters Natalie and Michelle Austin of Two Sisters Farms are launching the "Feed Your Farmer" event to foster community among farmers and farmhands. Scheduled for Nov. 2, it aims to celebrate the end of the harvest season while addressing mental health and financial challenges in agriculture.

editor October 27, 2025

News Canada British Columbia

Why Kelowna is a hidden gem for planning your winter getaway

Kelowna, located in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, offers a perfect winter escape with snow activities like skiing and snowshoeing, as well as cozy experiences in renowned wineries. Less crowded than Whistler, it features various outdoor adventures, local events, and places to stay, making it an ideal destination for winter travelers.

editor October 23, 2025

British Columbia crime LJI News

Sexual assault case thrown out by BC courts due to unconstitutional delay

By Bob Mackin, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Prince George Citizen A BC Supreme Court judge stayed charges against a man accused of sexually assaulting his ex-wife more than three weeks before…

editor October 20, 2025

crime British Columbia LJI News

Man acquitted of sexual assault, threats after judge can’t determine who to believe

By Bob Mackin, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Prince George Citizen BC Supreme Court Justice Ronald Tindale acquitted an Atlin man on Oct. 3 after the Crown failed to prove charges that…

editor October 12, 2025

British Columbia LJI News

Could This One Change Give Vulnerable BC Workers More Power?

In British Columbia, unions have long advocated for sectoral bargaining to improve working conditions for precarious workers by negotiating on an industry-wide basis. While employers argue it could destabilize the economy, unions believe it would facilitate organization among fragmented workforces. The provincial government is currently reviewing this longstanding proposal.

editor October 12, 2025

British Columbia crime LJI News

B.C. Supreme Court hands Coquitlam medical practitioner 11-year sentence for serial sexual assaults

By Patrick Penner, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Warning: Disturbing subject matter. A Coquitlam medical esthetics practitioner has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term after being found guilty of sexually assaulting seven…

editor October 9, 2025

Alberta News British Columbia LJI News

BC’s ADHD Diagnoses Skyrocketed During and After the Pandemic

The diagnosis rate of ADHD in British Columbia surged during the pandemic, rising from about nine to 35 per 100,000 people. This increase is concerning due to the link between ADHD and substance use disorders. Experts suggest greater awareness, routine disruptions, and underdiagnosis may have contributed to this trend, emphasizing the need for improved mental health services.

editor October 9, 2025