Crane fly

5786   My name is Nolen.  I live in Delta, BC and it’s late summer. What is this thing I killed?  Thanks,  Nolen

This is a crane fly.   The adults are a nuisance but considered harmless.  The species common in the pacific northwest are a serious problem because the larvae,  also known as leather jackets, feed on the roots of plants, mainly turf grass. Sometimes crane fly populations get high enough to cause damage to lawns.
More information: http://whatcom.wsu.edu/cranefly/faq.htm