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RCMP Probe Fatal Canada Day Crash That Killed Royal Canoe Bassist and Partner

The RCMP is examining how a southbound vehicle veered into a parked car on Highway 10 near Bowsman on July 1.

The RCMP logo is seen outside Royal Canadian Mounted Police "E" Division Headquarters, in Surrey, B.C., on Friday April 13, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
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Overview

  • The collision claimed the lives of 42-year-old bassist Brendan Berg a day before his 43rd birthday and his 31-year-old partner Olivia Michalczuk.
  • Two male occupants of the southbound vehicle remain hospitalized in critical condition.
  • Royal Canoe praised Berg’s generosity, selflessness and positivity that underpinned 15 years of tours and studio sessions.
  • The band highlighted Michalczuk’s energy and enthusiasm, saying her passing is equally devastating to understand.
  • The RCMP continues its investigation into how the vehicle crossed the centre line and has urged motorists to drive cautiously on provincial highways.