Her Honour, the Honourable Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia, 31st Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia
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Surrey Police Service Leadership Transition Ceremony

The Surrey Police Service marked a pivotal moment in its history with the Change of Command and Colour Presentation Ceremony, featuring the official transition between Deputy Commissioner Dwayne McDonald and Chief Constable Norm Lipinski. The event, led by Director of Ceremonies Staff Sergeant Stephen Hurst, was graced by dignitaries including BC’s Lieutenant Governor Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia and Public Safety Minister Garry Begg. Grounded in Indigenous tradition and honouring Surrey’s law enforcement legacy, the ceremony symbolized the city’s continued evolution in public safety and community policing.
Pope Francis Passes Away at 88, Leaves Global Legacy of Compassion and Unity
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Pope Francis Passes Away at 88, Leaves Global Legacy of Compassion and Unity

Pope Francis, a global symbol of compassion and unity, passed away at the age of 88 on Monday morning, just a day after making a final public appearance on Easter Sunday at St. Peter’s Square. The Vatican confirmed his peaceful passing, marking the end of a papacy that deeply resonated with communities worldwide—including South Asia, where his messages of interfaith harmony, care for the poor, and environmental stewardship found a heartfelt connection.
Surrey Honored as ‘Tree City of the World’ for Sixth Straight Year
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Surrey Honored as ‘Tree City of the World’ for Sixth Straight Year

“Surrey Honored as ‘Tree City of the World’ for Sixth Straight Year”: 
“The City of Surrey has been named a ‘Tree City of the World’ for the sixth consecutive year by the Arbor Day Foundation and the UN’s FAO, recognizing its dedication to sustainable urban forestry. From robust tree protection policies to community planting events, Surrey continues to enhance its green spaces for environmental and social benefits.”