A comprehensive news update covering various incidents and developments across Canada and international affairs. Key events include a critical pedestrian injury in Toronto, a MiWay bus fire in Mississauga, smash-and-grabs in White Rock, a death at Elora Quarry, a family dispute death in Vernon, a Nigerian man sentenced for a sextortion case leading to a B.C. teen's suicide, a Toronto shooting, advocacy for SkyTrain barriers after a fatal fall, a lightning strike disrupting a London, Ontario graduation, controversy over Ontario Place redevelopment, Alberta's immigration survey and by-election results, Richmond Mayor's trip questioning, cougar activity in Whistler, B.C. health officials bracing for measles, Blue Jays victory, an Okanagan author's novel release, Saskatchewan Roughriders' profit, and Canada's first evacuation flight from the Middle East.
News Update #6 – June 24, 2025 Canada's Middle East Evacuation, Ontario Place Redevelopment, Sextortion Case Sentencing, SkyTrain Safety Advocacy
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A comprehensive news update covering various incidents and developments across Canada and international affairs. Key events include a critical pedestrian injury in Toronto, a MiWay bus fire in Mississauga, smash-and-grabs in White Rock, a death at Elora Quarry, a family dispute death in Vernon, a Nigerian man sentenced for a sextortion case leading to a B.C. teen's suicide, a Toronto shooting, advocacy for SkyTrain barriers after a fatal fall, a lightning strike disrupting a London, Ontario graduation, controversy over Ontario Place redevelopment, Alberta's immigration survey and by-election results, Richmond Mayor's trip questioning, cougar activity in Whistler, B.C. health officials bracing for measles, Blue Jays victory, an Okanagan author's novel release, Saskatchewan Roughriders' profit, and Canada's first evacuation flight from the Middle East.
Trending- 1 Last week: War broke out between Israel and Iran.
- 2 Friday night (unspecified date): Aggressive cougar activity reported in Whistler.
- 3 Friday afternoon (unspecified date): Family disturbance in Vernon, B.C.
- 4 Saturday morning (unspecified date): Julian died from falling onto SkyTrain tracks.
- 5 Tuesday (unspecified date): MiWay bus caught fire in Mississauga.
- 6 Tuesday night (unspecified date): Man with gunshot wound arrived at Toronto hospital.
- 7 Tuesday (unspecified date): Toronto Blue Jays defeated Cleveland Guardians.
- 8 Tuesday (unspecified date): Canada's first chartered evacuation flight departed Jordan for Athens.
- 9 Over the weekend (unspecified date): Smash-and-grab break-ins in White Rock.
- 10 March 31, 2025: End of fiscal year for Saskatchewan Roughriders' $2.1M profit report.
- 11 2027: Projected completion of TransLink's study on track intrusion options.
- Pedestrian in life-threatening condition.
- MiWay bus towed to a transit garage for examination.
- White Rock businesses suffered significant financial losses and frustration.
- Man pronounced deceased at the hospital.
- Crime Stoppers recommends increased security camera installations for theft prevention.
- Suspect arrested and later released with conditions; police believe the incident was isolated.
- Olukeye Adedayo Olalekan sentenced to 76 years in prison; police note a growing trend of overseas sextortion.
- Victim's injuries and shooting circumstances are currently unknown; no suspect information released.
- Mother advocating for improved SkyTrain safety measures; TransLink and British Columbia Rapid Transit Company are conducting a study on track intrusion options, projected to finish in 2027.
- Graduation ceremony was abruptly ended; school building was structurally compromised; ceremony later reconvened at another school.
- Ontario Place redevelopment plans have drawn criticism from activists and opposition politicians; taxpayer costs have ballooned to $2.2 billion; province is overriding city planning processes.
- Alberta is consulting on potential referendum questions to assert provincial jurisdiction.
- Naheed Nenshi secured a seat in the legislature; separatist party underperformed in by-elections.
- Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie was questioned over trip costs, leading to a freedom of information request; critics view such trips as a form of corruption.
- Sections of Whistler Mountain Bike Park reopened, but conservation officers are still searching for aggressive cougars.
- B.C. health authorities are increasing vaccination appointments, tracking new infections, and ensuring medical personnel are equipped to handle new cases.
- Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 10-6.
- Okanagan author's debut novel aims to unravel stigma and stereotypes, with all earnings donated to the Just Us Street Outreach Program.
- Saskatchewan Roughriders reported a significant turnaround with a $2.1 million net operating profit.
- Canada's first evacuation flight carried 95 passengers from Jordan to Athens, with consular staff assisting onward travel; Canada is also aiding allied nations; more bus evacuations from Israel and West Bank are planned.
What: A 99-year-old woman was critically injured in a Toronto collision. A MiWay bus caught fire in Mississauga. Two businesses in White Rock, B.C., reported smash-and-grab break-ins. A 24-year-old man died at Elora Quarry. Crime Stoppers of Metro Vancouver recommended security cameras for summer theft prevention. A 75-year-old woman died following a family dispute in Vernon, B.C. A Nigerian man, Olukeye Adedayo Olalekan, was sentenced for a sextortion case that led to the suicide of 14-year-old Robin Janjua from Surrey, B.C. A man was hospitalized with a gunshot wound in Toronto. A grieving B.C. mom, Cunningham, is advocating for SkyTrain barriers after her 34-year-old son, Julian, died from falling onto the tracks. A graduation ceremony at London South Collegiate was disrupted by a lightning strike. Premier Doug Ford announced plans for a five-storey, $400-million parking garage at Ontario Place. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith launched the 'Alberta Next' panel and immigration surveys. Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi won a by-election in Edmonton-Strathcona, and Tara Sawyer won in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, with separatists underperforming. Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie was questioned over a European trip taken by Olympic Oval and city employees. Sections of the Whistler Mountain Bike Park reopened after closures due to aggressive cougar activity. British Columbia health officials are preparing for an anticipated surge in measles cases. The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 10-6. Okanagan author Joanna Cockerline released her debut novel 'Still' on street sex workers. The Saskatchewan Roughriders reported a net operating profit of $2.1 million. Canada's first chartered evacuation flight departed Jordan for Athens, carrying 95 passengers.
When: The news update was published on June 25, 2025. The MiWay bus caught fire on Tuesday night. Smash-and-grab break-ins occurred over the weekend. The 75-year-old woman died on Friday afternoon. The man with a gunshot wound arrived at a hospital on Tuesday night. Julian's death occurred on a Saturday morning. Cougar activity in Whistler has been reported since Friday night. The Blue Jays defeated the Guardians on Tuesday night. The Saskatchewan Roughriders' profit was for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. Canada's first evacuation flight departed Jordan on Tuesday. War broke out between Israel and Iran last week. TransLink's study on track intrusion options is not projected to finish until 2027.
Where: The pedestrian collision occurred at Sunrise Avenue at Victoria Park Avenue in Toronto’s east end. The MiWay bus fire was in Mississauga, near Eglinton Avenue and The Chase. Smash-and-grabs affected businesses in White Rock, B.C. The man died at Elora Quarry in Wellington County, Ontario. Crime Stoppers recommendations are for Metro Vancouver. The 75-year-old woman died at a residence in Vernon, B.C. The sextortion case sentencing was in Nigeria, involving a victim from Surrey, B.C. The shooting victim arrived at a hospital in Toronto, with the shooting believed to be near King Street West and Bathurst Street. Julian died at Stadium-Chinatown SkyTrain station. The graduation ceremony was at London South Collegiate in London, Ontario, and reconvened at Saunders Secondary School. The Ontario Place redevelopment is in Toronto. The Alberta Next panel is in Alberta. By-elections were held in Edmonton-Strathcona and Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills, Alberta. Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie was questioned in Richmond, B.C., about a European trip to Spain and Switzerland. Cougar activity was in Whistler Mountain Bike Park, including Creekside and Garbanzo zones, and Garibaldi Park. Measles surge is anticipated in British Columbia. The Blue Jays game was against the Cleveland Guardians. Joanna Cockerline's novel focuses on Kelowna's Leon Avenue in Okanagan. The Saskatchewan Roughriders are based in Saskatchewan. The evacuation flight departed Jordan for Athens, assisting people from the Middle East (Israel and West Bank).
Why: The pedestrian was struck by a Mercedes Benz making a left turn. The cause of the MiWay bus fire is unknown and under investigation. Smash-and-grabs are attributed to a safe consumption site at Peace Arch Hospital and a perceived lax legal system. The man died at Elora Quarry after being reported as a swimmer in distress. Security cameras are recommended for summer theft prevention. The 75-year-old woman died following a family dispute. Olukeye Adedayo Olalekan was sentenced for his role in a sextortion case that led to Robin Janjua's suicide. The circumstances of the Toronto shooting are unknown. Cunningham is advocating for SkyTrain barriers after her son accidentally fell onto the tracks. The graduation ceremony was disrupted by a lightning strike on the school's chimney. The Ontario Place redevelopment is controversial due to arguments that the site should remain parkland and ballooning taxpayer costs. The Alberta Next panel aims to assert provincial jurisdiction against perceived federal interference. Naheed Nenshi won a by-election to secure a seat in the legislature. Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie was questioned due to lack of disclosure and perceived corruption regarding the trip costs. Whistler trails were closed due to aggressive cougar activity. B.C. health officials are bracing for measles due to the school year concluding and families traveling to high infection rate areas. The Blue Jays won due to George Springer's grand slam and Eric Lauer's pitching. Joanna Cockerline's novel draws on her experience as an outreach worker to unravel stigma. The Saskatchewan Roughriders reported a profit due to better on-field performance, hosting a home playoff game, and record merchandise sales from a new jersey release. Canada's evacuation flight was prompted by war breaking out between Israel and Iran.
How: The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. The MiWay bus driver and passengers safely evacuated. Businesses experienced break-ins. The man was removed from the water at Elora Quarry, but life-saving efforts were unsuccessful. Crime Stoppers recommends installing security cameras and securing valuables. RCMP responded to the family dispute, found the woman's body, and arrested a suspect. Olukeye Adedayo Olalekan's conviction resulted from a complex international investigation. The man with a gunshot wound arrived at a hospital. Cunningham is advocating for safety measures, and TransLink is conducting a study. The graduation ceremony was ended by a lightning strike. Premier Doug Ford announced the parking garage plans, and the province is overriding city planning processes. Alberta Next panel was launched with online surveys. Naheed Nenshi won a by-election. Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie grabbed a Global News camera when questioned, and trip costs were revealed via a freedom of information request. Conservation officers are searching for cougars in Whistler. Health authorities are increasing vaccination appointments and tracking infections. The Blue Jays won with a grand slam and strong pitching. Joanna Cockerline released her novel and is donating earnings to a program she co-founded. The Saskatchewan Roughriders' profit was driven by increased revenues from game performance and merchandise sales. Canada's evacuation flight was chartered, with consular staff assisting onward commercial travel, and more bus evacuations are planned.