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Trial continues for high profile former Mountie accused of sexual assault

20-06-2017 23:58 via globalnews.ca

The sexual assault trial of a high-profile former RCMP spokesperson continued Tuesday, with his accuser giving the court her long-awaited account of the alleged events.

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Boz Scaggs at the Hard Rock Casino

20-06-2017 23:40 via globalnews.ca

Boz Scaggs career dates to the late ‘60s to his solo triumphs featuring classic albums such as “Silk Degrees” (1976), Catch Boz Scaggs at the Hard Rock Casino October 14th

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Outgoing Vancouver Fire Chief reflects on difficulties of diversifying force

20-06-2017 23:24 via cbc.ca

One of John McKearney's goals when he became fire chief was to increase women in the force, but he says the final numbers are "not nearly close to the goal I set."

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YES in Concert

20-06-2017 23:23 via globalnews.ca

Rock band YES (Owner of a lonely heart, Roundabout) play the Q. E. Theatre with Special Guest Todd Rundgren September 5th! Tickets go on Sale Friday June 23rd

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Fraser Health says new Surrey supervised injection site is saving lives

20-06-2017 23:12 via globalnews.ca

It's been almost two weeks since Surrey's first supervised injection site on the so-called "Whalley strip" opened and Fraser Health says it's saving lives.

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Victoria bus lanes delayed by rising construction costs - CBC.ca

20-06-2017 23:10

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Victoria bus lanes delayed by rising construction costs
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New transit lanes aimed at easing gridlock for buses in Victoria have been put on hold due to rising construction costs. Work was supposed to begin shortly to add more bus-only lanes on busy sections of Douglas Street — one of the region's busiest ...

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Victoria bus lanes delayed by rising construction costs

20-06-2017 23:07 via cbc.ca

New transit lanes aimed at easing the gridlock for buses in Victoria have been put on hold due to rising construction costs.

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Safety board frustrated with lack of action on decades-old requests to record flight data in small planes

20-06-2017 23:02 via globalnews.ca

"You could say that this is an aircraft version of a dash-cam, but it's also measuring more than just video."

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Increase of used needles at Vancouver park prompts more safety patrols

20-06-2017 22:28 via globalnews.ca

The City of Vancouver is taking steps to keep children safe in a popular downtown park.

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City of Vancouver unveils solar power pilot project

20-06-2017 22:06 via globalnews.ca

Cloudy skies didn’t stop the City of Vancouver from marking the first day of summer by rolling out a new solar energy demonstration program.

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Adopt a pet: Spice the rat

20-06-2017 21:54 via globalnews.ca

Jodi Dunlop from the BC SPCA tells Global News why pet rats like 8 month-old Spice make wonderful pets.

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Marathon hikers take on Grouse Grind challenge for B.C. charity

20-06-2017 21:47 via globalnews.ca

Roughly 50 hikers hit the north shore trail at 4 a.m. Tuesday to conquer the mountain's natural StairMaster in the fourth annual Multi-Grouse Grind Challenge.

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Nutrition: Thai inspired ‘zoodle’ salad with tofu

20-06-2017 21:32 via globalnews.ca

Registered dietitian Diana Steele is talking about plant-based meals or meatless meals, and how you can incorporate healthier options into your diet.

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CBC Musical Nooners return for their 8th year!

20-06-2017 20:34 via cbc.ca

CBC Musical Nooners return for their 8th year!

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New report says privatizing Canada's ports could generate significant revenue

20-06-2017 20:05 via cbc.ca

A new report from the C.D. Howe Institute says changing the financial structure of Canada's major ports could raise much needed infrastructure money and benefit taxpayers.

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Alberta cottages priciest in Canada, at over $800K: Royal LePage

20-06-2017 19:56 via globalnews.ca

But in New Brunswick you can snatch a lakefront property for less then $100,000

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Man charged with allegedly threatening mother and child on Vancouver bus

20-06-2017 19:33 via globalnews.ca

A man who allegedly verbally abused and lunged at a woman and her baby on a Vancouver bus is now facing several charges.

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Driver gets 90 days in jail for crash that killed young couple

20-06-2017 19:16 via cbc.ca

Andelina Hecimovic has been sentenced on two counts of dangerous driving causing death in a crash that killed Beckie Dyer and Johnny De Oliveira.

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Andelina Hecimovic gets 90 days in jail for crash that killed young couple

20-06-2017 19:16 via cbc.ca

Andelina Hecimovic has been sentenced on two counts of dangerous driving causing death in a crash that killed Beckie Dyer and Johnny De Oliveira.

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Business Report: Oil just moved into a bear market, watch out below

20-06-2017 18:22 via globalnews.ca

Oil has entered a bear market, and it could be costly for both the Canadian dollar and the Alberta economy.

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Majority of British Columbians oppose snap election, want Clark to step down: Poll

20-06-2017 18:09 via globalnews.ca

A new poll of British Columbians mood finds little appetite to go back to the voting booth.

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Floating home partially submerged on the Fraser River

20-06-2017 17:49 via globalnews.ca

A floating home has partially submerged on the Fraser River this morning.

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Quick and easy summer makeup routine

20-06-2017 17:41 via globalnews.ca

Makeup artist Sara Rose shows us a five minute summer beauty routine. She takes us through all the products you can use for that ‘effortless’ look.

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British Columbians want Premier Christy Clark to accept defeat, poll suggests

20-06-2017 17:23 via cbc.ca

British Columbians may be divided about which party they support, but a new poll suggests the majority don't want another election — and they don't want Premier Christy Clark to stick around.

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B.C. wants Christy Clark to accept defeat, new poll suggests

20-06-2017 17:23 via cbc.ca

British Columbians maybe divided about which party they support, but a new poll suggests the majority don't want to see another election — or Premier Christy Clark stick around.

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Vancouver skateboarder helps spread sport in Cuba - CBC.ca

20-06-2017 16:57

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For a country with no skate shops, Cuba's skateboarding scene is incredibly vibrant. That's what Vancouver skateboarder and photographer Norma Ibarra says. She is in Havana to photograph the people who are part of that scene and to donate 10 ...

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Vancouver skateboarder helps spread sport in Cuba

20-06-2017 16:55 via cbc.ca

Norma Ibarra says Cuba has a vibrant skateboard scene — impressive for a country with no skate shops.

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BC Liberals adjusting principles for a shot at power - CBC.ca

20-06-2017 16:24

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BC Liberals adjusting principles for a shot at power
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Six times the B.C. NDP proposed legislation that would have led to the ban of union and corporate political donations in British Columbia. And six times the B.C. Liberal government stood in the way. But this Thursday the B.C. Liberals will unveil a new ...
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'I love you, son': Braxton Leask, victim of Lund shooting, remembered

20-06-2017 16:22 via cbc.ca

Father, brother issue statements after Leask was killed in a tragic shooting Saturday,

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B.C. Liberals adjusting principles for a shot at power

20-06-2017 16:05 via cbc.ca

The B.C. Liberal party is adjusting some of its core principles in order to create a platform more aligned with Metro Vancouver voters — voters who turned on the party during the provincial election.

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1 in 2 Canadians will get cancer: Cancer Society

20-06-2017 15:13 via cbc.ca

Almost one in every two Canadians is expected to be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, and one in four Canadians will die from the disease, a new report by the Canadian Cancer Society predicts.

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B.C. nurse found guilty of dangerous driving causing death to be sentenced

20-06-2017 14:41 via globalnews.ca

The B.C. nurse found guilty of dangerous driving causing the death of two people is expected to be sentenced today.

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B.C. nurse found guilty of dangerous driving causing death sentenced to 90 days in jail

20-06-2017 14:41 via globalnews.ca

The B.C. nurse found guilty of dangerous driving causing the death of two people has been sentenced to 90 days in jail.

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Opioid addiction may be factor in growing number of donor organs in Canada

20-06-2017 11:42 via globalnews.ca

B.C. Transplant says one-quarter of the organs transplanted in the first six weeks of this year were donated by a patient who died of a fentanyl overdose.

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Recreational property in B.C. still red hot: Report

20-06-2017 10:00 via globalnews.ca

A new report shows demand for recreational property in B.C. is on the rise.

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Anti-poverty group says BC Liberals plan to increase welfare rates not enough

20-06-2017 06:28 via globalnews.ca

A B.C. anti-poverty group says the BC Liberals' proposed welfare rate increase would not be enough to make a difference.

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Global News Hour at 6: Jun 19

20-06-2017 05:12 via globalnews.ca

Watch Global News Hour at 6 with Chris Gailus for Monday, June 19, 2017.

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Suspected grad pranks create chaos at Burnaby Central Secondary

20-06-2017 04:44 via globalnews.ca

Grad pranks are considered something of a tradition come the end of the school year, but one student said the pranks were “kind of crazy this year."

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Suspected grad pranks create chaos at Burnaby high school

20-06-2017 04:31 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: Classes disrupted at Burnaby Central Secondary by a series of pranks that ranged from smoke bombs to offensive graffiti.

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How to save money on your summer vacation

20-06-2017 04:31 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: When it comes to summer travel, staying on budget can be a challenge. But there are ways to save, especially if you’re willing to be flexible. Anne Drewa has some tips.

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City considers using parkland for new four-lane roadway in and out of downtown Vancouver

20-06-2017 04:31 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: With the viaducts set to come down, the City of Vancouver is looking at a new way to move traffic in and out of the city centre. Jill Bennett looks at the pros and cons of the various options which include taking a chunk of Strathcona Park.

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BC Evening Weather Forecast: Jun 19

20-06-2017 04:31 via globalnews.ca

The Monday, June 19, 2017 evening weather forecast for Vancouver, British Columbia and the surrounding area.

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One year in, how are TransLink’s fare gates working out?

20-06-2017 04:25 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: Revenue is up and fare evasion is down on Metro Vancouver’s transit network but Ted Chernecki reports on whether the massive infrastructure investment will be worth it in the long run.

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New report suggests Canadians will be paying more for groceries this year

20-06-2017 04:25 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: The low Canadian dollar means your food costs are going up. Jennifer Palma looks at what items will see the biggest spike and which ones may actually cost less.

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Bear break-out; hunt is on for baby bruin who makes getaway from Langley facility

20-06-2017 04:25 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: A hole in the roof presents escape opportunity for five bears at Critter Care facility in Langley. As Geoff Hastings reports, all but one has been returned.

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B.C. Throne Speech could contain some surprises

20-06-2017 04:25 via globalnews.ca

Mon, Jun 19: Reports indicate the Christy Clark Liberals are set to propose an end to corporate donations and an increase in welfare rates. Global BC Legislative Bureau Chief Keith Baldrey looks are how this will be received by the NDP and Greens.

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Bear escapes from Langley animal rehab centre

20-06-2017 03:58 via cbc.ca

Conservation officers say a young bear that escaped from an animal rehabilitation facility in Langley may have wandered into the United States.

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Vancouver Park Board staff float big ideas in draft pool strategy

20-06-2017 03:30 via cbc.ca

Along with some fairly dry ideas, a draft plan prepared by Park Board staff has some interesting concepts for the future of recreational swimming in Vancouver.

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Search called off for missing plane, passengers in B.C. - British ... - CBC.ca

20-06-2017 03:15

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Alex Simons and Sidney Robillard have been missing since June 8.and more »

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Search called off for missing plane, passengers in B.C.

20-06-2017 03:13 via cbc.ca

Alex Simons and Sidney Robillard have been missing since June 8.

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