Burnaby Police Presence: Canada Way Incident – Thursday
- Burnaby RCMP responded to an active examination on Canada way Thursday evening, prompting a meaningful police presence and a request for the public to avoid the area.
- Multiple reports of police vehicles near canada Way and Smith Avenue began surfacing around 6 p.m. on January 22, 2026, according to callers to 1130 NewsRadio.
- The Burnaby RCMP issued a statement via social media requesting the public stay away from Canada Way between Boundary Road and Curle Avenue.
Police Investigate Incident in Burnaby, Public Asked to Avoid Area
Burnaby RCMP responded to an active examination on Canada way Thursday evening, prompting a meaningful police presence and a request for the public to avoid the area.
Details of the Incident
Multiple reports of police vehicles near canada Way and Smith Avenue began surfacing around 6 p.m. on January 22, 2026, according to callers to 1130 NewsRadio. A white tent was afterward observed at the scene.
Official Statement
The Burnaby RCMP issued a statement via social media requesting the public stay away from Canada Way between Boundary Road and Curle Avenue. The statement confirmed an active investigation was underway.
“Police are on scene on Canada Way between Boundary Road and Curle Avenue due to an active investigation.”
As of 8:00 PM PST on January 22, 2026, the nature of the investigation remains undisclosed.

