Major crime investigators say B.C. woman’s disappearance is suspicious

Jennifer Provencal was last seen near 100 Mile House, B.C., on Feb. 5, 2025. (Handout)

Mounties in British Columbia say a woman who disappeared from the province’s Interior region earlier this year may have been the victim of foul play.

Jennifer Provencal was last seen in the rural community of Forest Grove, near 100 Mile House, on Feb. 5. The 51-year-old woman wasn’t reported missing until almost three months later, on April 21.

A statement Monday from the RCMP says investigators now consider her disappearance suspicious, and the North District Major Crime Unit has taken conduct of the case.

In a video accompanying the police statement, Johanne Provencal, the missing woman’s sister, says she does not believe Jennifer is still alive.

“I miss the long calls that I would have with Jennifer on the phone and hearing the love that she had for her sons. She loved being a mom,” the missing woman’s sister says.

“With the circumstances of her going missing, I’m sad to say that I don’t think Jennifer is alive. So now I am thinking about finding her remains. I’m asking for help to do that so that the people who loved her can honour her life and celebrate her.”

Investigators say there are people in the community with “critical information in the case” who have not yet come forward to authorities.

“Our investigators continue to explore all avenues in our search for Jennifer,” Cpl. David Bandurak said in the statement.

“While her disappearance is suspicious, we have not given up hope in locating her and finding answers for her loved ones.”

Police are asking anyone with information about Provencal’s whereabouts to contact the 100 Mile House RCMP at 250-395-2456.

“I just want one more day with my sister, even if that means my sister’s remains and bringing together the people who loved her one last time,” the sister said.

“If there’s anything that you think of that can be of help in finding out where she is, or where her remains are, please reach out.”