US EditionB.C. Dance Teacher Charged with Sexually Assaulting 4 Youth
Nigel Brock Jellison faces five sexual assault counts and one sexual exploitation count after a Canada-wide warrant led to his arrest.
- Police arrested 45-year-old Nigel Brock Jellison in Magrath, Alta., on April 15 following a Canada-wide warrant; the former White Rock dance teacher faces five counts of sexual assault and one count of sexual exploitation.
- The BC Prosecution Service laid charges on Feb. 12, 2026, following a 2021 investigation that identified four victims who were youths during the alleged offences between 2006 and 2011.
- Jellison served as the lead tap choreographer for the 2010 Olympic opening ceremonies; investigators issued a publication ban protecting victim identities while noting the accused taught at multiple dance studios.
- The accused was released on conditions awaiting his next court appearance, while White Rock RCMP Detachment Commander Staff Sgt. Rob Dixon confirmed police are investigating his associations with other studios.
- Investigators believe Jellison recently taught in Alberta and urge anyone with information to contact the White Rock RCMP at 778 545 4800 as they seek to identify potential additional victims.
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