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It's a partly sunny Thursday in Langley with highs around 9°C, so enjoy the break from the grey while it lasts!
Nazi-linked stickers from Second Sons Canada have been spotted in Brookswood, and we're asking you to scratch them out.
The Vancouver Sun gave Langley City's one-way strip a well-deserved shoutout as one of Metro Vancouver's top food streets.
A detailed financial analysis raises red flags about the Township's $85-million performing arts centre plan, warning costs could spiral well past what Langley can afford.
A BC Human Rights Tribunal fined former Chilliwack trustee Barry Neufeld $750,000 for years of anti-LGBTQ+ hate speech.
And on a brighter note, Langley Blaze alum Kason Siguenza just signed a pro deal with the LA Angels.
Nazi-Linked Group's Stickers Spotted in Brookswood. Scratch Them Out.
Second Sons Canada, a white nationalist organization that Canada's Anti-Hate Network describes as the country's largest, has been plastering stickers in the Brookswood area.
The group presents itself publicly as a "men's nationalist club," but CBC investigations revealed its leadership openly promotes antisemitism, Holocaust denial, neo-Nazi ideology, and violent "remigration" policies targeting non-white Canadians.
These are not edgy provocateurs or misguided young men. They are Nazis.
They are losers who hide behind white masks because they know their garbage ideology would cost them friends, jobs, and family if people knew who they were.
If you see one of their stickers anywhere in Langley, take the 30 seconds to scratch out the name and web address.
Do not let them recruit from our community unopposed.
And if you know someone who is talking about this group, or expressing interest in it, please have a direct and serious conversation with them: these hateful cowards are not welcome here, and this community will not look the other way.
Vancouver Sun Spotlights Langley City's One-Way as a Must-Visit Food Street
The Vancouver Sun has featured the one-way stretch of Fraser Highway in Langley City as one of Metro Vancouver's top "Eat Streets," highlighting its growing collection of local restaurants, cafés, and food shops.
The strip, which runs between 204th and 206th Street, is home to 23 food businesses ranging from banh mi and Japanese cutlets to Detroit-style pizza and homemade baked goods.
Business owners say foot traffic is finally bouncing back after a grueling stretch of construction tied to a $19-million city improvement project that hurt sales for months.
The recognition is a well-earned moment for a street that has quietly built one of the most diverse and welcoming dining scenes in the Fraser Valley.
Township's $85M Performing Arts Centre Could Leave Langley with an Unfinished Shell
A detailed financial analysis by local writer Mike Parker raises serious doubts about the Township of Langley's plan to build a 1,600-seat performing arts centre at the LEC, warning that cost estimates are wildly out of step with comparable projects across BC.
While Mayor Eric Woodward has cited an $85-million price tag, similar venues in Kamloops and Kelowna are coming in at over $200 million, suggesting the real cost could blow past the Township's legal borrowing limit before construction is complete.
Parker argues that a smaller venue in the 300-seat range would better serve local artists, make smarter use of the $25-million federal grant, and leave borrowing room for infrastructure like the Willoughby pool that residents were already promised.
The warning is simple: Langley deserves a performing arts centre it can actually finish.
Langley City Assembly Member Reflects on 10 Months of Community Work
Loretta Solomon, president of the Langley Senior Resources Society and a participant in Langley City's Citizens Assembly, has written a letter praising the process and expressing confidence in its outcomes.
The assembly brought together 29 residents of diverse backgrounds who met most Saturdays over 10 months to develop safety and wellness recommendations for Mayor Pachal and council, concluding with a formal presentation on February 9.
Solomon, a former pediatric nurse and hospital executive director, said the experience helped her grow both personally and professionally.
She stopped short of claiming the recommendations would solve every public safety challenge, but said she is confident they will make a lasting difference for Langley City residents.
BC Tribunal Fines Former Chilliwack Trustee $750,000 for Anti-LGBTQ+ Hate Speech
A BC Human Rights Tribunal has ruled that former Chilliwack school trustee Barry Neufeld engaged in hate speech and discrimination against LGBTQ2S+ educators, ordering him to pay $750,000 in damages.
Over five years, Neufeld published dozens of posts falsely claiming that queer and trans teachers were "grooming" children and that gender-affirming care caused illness and death.
The ruling is a clear vindication for the queer educators and students who endured years of hostility, harassment, and fear in their own schools and communities.
Neufeld has announced plans to seek a judicial review at BC Supreme Court, and right-wing politicians from Pierre Poilievre to the BC Conservative caucus have rushed to frame the decision as a free speech issue rather than what it actually is: accountability for targeted hate.
Eby's credibility takes a hit as Canada signs landmark Musqueam rights agreements
On February 20, Canada and the Musqueam Indian Band signed three historic agreements recognizing what courts and the Constitution have long affirmed: the Musqueam hold Aboriginal rights and title across their traditional territory, spanning from Howe Sound to the Fraser River.
The deals establish a framework for incremental implementation of those rights, create bilateral working groups guided by Musqueam knowledge and stewardship practices, and support a shared Musqueam role in fisheries management, with funding for vessels, gear and access.
Premier Eby then claimed at a press conference he hadn't been briefed on the deal's contents.
His own office later confirmed he attended the signing ceremony in person, while federal Minister Rebecca Alty said the province had been briefed weeks earlier.
However, the real story isn't about political embarrassment.
It's that reconciliation moves forward whether or not provincial politicians are paying attention, and the Musqueam, who have stewarded these lands since long before Vancouver existed, deserve better.
Crochet and Knitting Boom Among Young Canadians Seeking Connection and Comfort
A surprising trend is taking hold across Canada as younger generations discover the therapeutic benefits of traditional fiber arts like crochet and knitting.
Kevin Yee, one of many young Canadians embracing the craft, describes his practice as "cro-raging" – using the repetitive motions of crochet to release anger and stress in a creative, productive way.
This innovative approach to mental health and self-care reflects a broader shift toward mindful, hands-on activities among younger demographics.
The resurgence of these once old-fashioned hobbies speaks to a desire for tangible results and meaningful connection in an increasingly digital world. Crafting communities, both online and in-person, have exploded as young people seek out spaces where they can learn, share projects, and build relationships around shared interests.
Experts suggest that the repetitive nature of knitting and crochet can induce a meditative state, reducing anxiety and providing a sense of accomplishment. In uncertain times, the ability to create something beautiful and functional with one's own hands offers both comfort and a renewed sense of agency.
Tumbler Ridge Community Searches for Mental Health Answers After Tragic Shootings
The small British Columbia community of Tumbler Ridge is grappling with trauma and seeking mental health support following devastating shootings.
Metal-clad portable classrooms arranged in a semicircle on the snowy sports field at Tumbler Ridge Elementary now serve as makeshift spaces for healing, located just a 15-minute walk from the community center.
The temporary structures represent both the physical and emotional reconstruction happening in this tight-knit northern B.C. town.
Residents and officials are working urgently to secure adequate mental health resources for community members, particularly children and youth who witnessed or were affected by the tragic events. The incident has highlighted the critical shortage of mental health services in rural and remote Canadian communities.
Local leaders are calling for sustained mental health support rather than short-term crisis intervention, recognizing that healing from such trauma will take years. The community's experience underscores broader questions about mental health infrastructure and crisis response in small Canadian towns.
Langley Blaze Alumni Signs Pro Baseball Deal with LA Angels
Kason Siguenza, an Abbotsford baseball player who starred for the Langley Blaze, has signed a non-drafted free agent contract with the Los Angeles Angels.
The 18-year-old graduated from Robert Bateman Secondary last June and will head to spring training in Arizona after receiving his American work visa.
Siguenza led the Blaze to both a provincial title and a national crown in 2025, then posted a .354 batting average against college-level players with the Kamloops NorthPaws.
His elite swing analytics, including a maximum exit velocity of 98.5 mph, caught the attention of multiple MLB organizations.
Canucks Show Signs of Life Despite Loss to Carolina's High-Powered Offense
The Vancouver Canucks displayed resilience and fight in a 6-4 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, with Nikolaj Ehlers netting a hat trick for the visitors.
Despite the loss, Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin found reasons for optimism in his team's competitive performance against one of the league's most potent offenses.
As the team embarks on a rebuild, Allvin emphasized that he expects more losses this season but wants to see the kind of effort and determination the players showed against Carolina.
The Canucks managed to make it a competitive game throughout, refusing to fold even as the Hurricanes' offensive firepower kept finding the back of the net. This fighting spirit is exactly what management wants to see from a young team learning to compete at the NHL level during a transitional period.
Vancouver will look to build on the positive aspects of their performance when they visit Chicago on Friday. For a rebuilding team, these moral victories and signs of compete level are important markers of progress even when the wins aren't coming.
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