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Happy Monday, Langley!
It's a cloudy start to the week with temperatures sitting around 9°C and only a slim chance of rain today, so enjoy the dry window while it lasts.
Today's roundup leads with a troubling story close to home: the Canadian Anti-Hate Network has identified an Aldergrove acupuncturist as a white supremacist after a hacked dating site exposed his racist and antisemitic views, a timely reminder as Second Sons stickers have been popping up in Brookswood.
Elsewhere, Langley Township drivers face over a dozen active construction zones this week, Langley City Council is looking at tougher rules for vacant properties, and the Supreme Court begins hearing arguments on Quebec's controversial Bill 21.
On the sports side, the Abbotsford Canucks' Calder Cup defense is officially over, and the Vancouver Giants wrapped up a tough season with an overtime loss to Kamloops.
We've also got federal byelection implications, BC Ferries cancellations, and the Jean Adams Memorial hockey tournament bringing the community together.
Aldergrove Acupuncturist Exposed as White Supremacist After Dating Site Hack
A self-described "barbarian king" who runs an acupuncture clinic in Aldergrove has been identified as a user of WhiteDate, a white supremacist dating site that was hacked and leaked by a German antifascist activist.
The Canadian Anti-Hate Network identified Joshua Lenti-Jones, owner of Sovereign Vitality Natural Medicine, after he spilled over 3,000 words of personal information to a chatbot posing as a user named "lilmisethnostate."
In his profile and messages, Lenti-Jones described himself as "alt-right" and "red-pilled," endorsed the antisemitic "White Genocide" and "Every Single Time" conspiracy theories, and laid out a vision for his future wife rooted in submission, obedience, and what he called a "barbarian king and queen" dynamic.
He also claimed to have volunteered for local conservative candidates and said his business success had driven his radicalization, writing that his interests were "'far right / sexist / racist / etc' by normal standards."
The exposure is a reminder that white supremacist activity is not something happening far away from the Langleys.
In July 2024, Diagolon, the far-right extremist network founded by Jeremy MacKenzie, held an event at West Langley Hall in Walnut Grove after the Langley Lions Club unknowingly rented the Township-owned facility to the group.
MacKenzie went on to found Second Sons Canada, which experts now call the predominant white nationalist group in the country, and Second Sons stickers have recently been spotted in Brookswood.
A CBC investigation found that Second Sons leaders privately praise Nazis, talk about an upcoming "race war," and call for non-white people to be deported "at gunpoint," despite presenting a sanitized public image focused on fitness and patriotism.
Lenti-Jones, for his part, dressed up his hateful worldview in the language of self-improvement and ancient warrior culture, but the Canadian Anti-Hate Network saw right through it.
A man who bills ICBC for over half a million dollars, sat on the governance committee of the exclusive Vancouver Club, and keeps copies of the conspiracy-peddling Epoch Times in his waiting room is not some misunderstood contrarian.
He is a white supremacist hiding behind a professional veneer, and the people of Aldergrove and the Langleys deserve to know it.
White supremacists are not welcome here, whether they show up in masks on overpasses, sneak into community halls, plaster stickers on lampposts, or quietly run businesses in our neighbourhoods.
Langley Township Roadwork Ramps Up This Week with Over a Dozen Active Construction Zones
Langley Township has more than a dozen active road construction and utility projects causing delays across the municipality this week.
Major impacts include single-lane alternating traffic on 200 Street, 72 Avenue, and 96 Avenue, plus an ongoing closure of the 212 Connector between 208 Street and 78 Avenue until late May.
SkyTrain construction at Highway 10 and Fraser Highway continues to block left turns and reduce lanes in both directions through early June.
Notably, the 86 Avenue road improvements between 200 Street and 202B Street will add bike lanes, multi-use pathways, and new traffic signals when completed in fall 2026.
Langley City Looks to Crack Down on Vacant Property Problems
Langley City Council is considering tougher rules for securing vacant properties and buildings.
A rise in trespassing, illegal dumping, fires, and unsafe squatting has exposed gaps in the current bylaw, which only requires property owners to take one security measure.
The proposed changes would require all vacant properties to be fenced and all vacant buildings to have their openings fully secured.
The City would also gain clearer authority to force cleanup of hazardous or nuisance conditions on problem sites.
Hockey Community Gathers for Fifth Annual Jean Adams Memorial Tournament
Hundreds of hockey players took to the ice in Langley this weekend to honor the memory of Jean Adams, a beloved figure in the local minor hockey community.
The fifth annual Jean Adams Memorial hockey tournament brought together teams from across the region, celebrating the life and contributions of the late Langley Minor Hockey Association registrar. Adams was known for her dedication to youth hockey and her tireless volunteer work that helped countless young players enjoy the sport.
The tournament has become a fixture on the local hockey calendar, growing each year as a testament to Adams' lasting impact on the community. Players, families, and volunteers gathered not just to compete, but to remember someone who gave so much to ensure kids could play the game they love.
The event showcases the strong sense of community that defines Langley's hockey culture, with proceeds supporting local minor hockey programs.
Ferry Fiasco: BC Ferries Cancels Multiple Major Route Sailings
BC Ferries passengers are facing significant disruption today as multiple sailings between Swartz Bay and Tsawwassen have been cancelled due to mechanical problems.
The company attributes the cancellations to a generator issue aboard one of the vessels serving the busy route connecting Vancouver Island with the Lower Mainland. This mechanical failure has forced BC Ferries to pull the ship from service until repairs can be completed.
Travelers are being advised to check the BC Ferries website for the latest updates and to consider alternative sailing times or routes if possible. The Swartz Bay-Tsawwassen route is one of the ferry system's busiest, meaning these cancellations will likely cause ripple effects throughout the day.
BC Ferries hasn't provided a timeline for when the vessel will return to service or when the sailing schedule will return to normal.
Tragedy in New York: Two Air Canada Pilots Killed in LaGuardia Crash
Two Air Canada pilots lost their lives when their regional jet collided with a fire truck on the runway at New York's LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night.
The aircraft, carrying 76 people total, had just touched down when it struck the Port Authority fire truck in a horrific collision that also left several others seriously injured. The pilot and co-pilot were killed in the impact, while passengers and the firefighter in the truck sustained various injuries.
Investigators are working to determine exactly what went wrong and why the fire truck was on the active runway during the landing. The crash has shocked both the aviation community and Air Canada, which is cooperating fully with American authorities investigating the incident.
Passengers have described terrifying moments as the plane came to a violent stop after the collision. The investigation is expected to take months as authorities piece together the sequence of events that led to this deadly accident.
Supreme Court to Tackle Quebec's Controversial Secularism Law
Canada's highest court begins hearing arguments today on Quebec's Bill 21, the secularism law that has divided the nation since its passage.
The case will examine not just the law itself—which prohibits public sector workers in positions of authority from wearing religious symbols—but also Quebec's use of the notwithstanding clause to shield it from Charter challenges. This makes the case particularly significant, as it could set important precedents about how provinces can use this constitutional override.
Opponents argue the law discriminates against religious minorities, particularly Muslim women who wear hijabs, while supporters maintain it's necessary to preserve Quebec's secular values. The Supreme Court's decision will be watched closely across Canada, as it could have far-reaching implications for both religious freedom and provincial powers.
Legal experts expect the justices to take considerable time deliberating before rendering what will undoubtedly be a landmark decision.
Three April Byelections Could Hand Liberals a True Majority
Three federal byelections on April 13 could finally give Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals a working majority in the House of Commons.
The Liberals are expected to hold two Toronto seats vacated by former cabinet ministers Bill Blair and Chrystia Freeland.
The real contest is in Terrebonne, Quebec, where the Liberals previously won by a single vote before the Supreme Court threw out the result.
A win there would give the Liberals 173 seats, enough to pass legislation without relying on opposition support, though analysts warn the thin margin could still be fragile as more MPs eye the exits.
Abbotsford's Calder Cup Defense Ends with Playoff Elimination
The defending Calder Cup champions won't get a chance to repeat, as the Abbotsford Canucks were officially eliminated from AHL playoff contention following a 4-2 loss to San Jose.
The defeat left the Canucks mathematically unable to qualify for the 2026 postseason, a crushing blow for a team that hoisted hockey's top minor league trophy just last year. Injuries and inconsistent play plagued Abbotsford throughout the season, preventing them from finding the magic that carried them to championship glory.
The loss to San Jose serves as the final chapter in a campaign that fell well short of expectations for the Vancouver Canucks' primary development affiliate. Players and management will spend the summer reflecting on what went wrong and how to get back to their winning ways.
For a franchise that experienced the ultimate high last season, this early exit represents a painful reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in professional hockey.
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Giants End Regular Season with Overtime Heartbreaker to Kamloops
The Vancouver Giants closed out their regular season on a disappointing note, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Kamloops Blazers on Sunday.
The loss caps off what has been a challenging campaign for the Langley-based WHL team, who finished dead last in the 12-team Western Conference standings. Despite the tough finish, the Giants battled hard in their final game, taking their rivals to overtime before ultimately coming up short.
The team will now head into the off-season looking to rebuild and retool for next year's campaign. For fans who stuck with the G-Men through a difficult season, the overtime effort at least provided a glimpse of the competitive spirit that will hopefully return in force next year.
The Giants' management will have plenty of work to do during the summer months to turn around the franchise's fortunes.
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