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Surrey teen stabbed multiple times following verbal altercation: RCMP

09-07-2017 23:50 via globalnews.ca

Surrey RCMP are investigating after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed multiple times early Sunday morning.

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Wildfires lead to BC park closures

09-07-2017 23:30 via globalnews.ca

Sun, Jul 9: BC Parks has closed provincial parks due to wildfire concerns.

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Airlines offering discounts, flexible tickets for B.C. wildfire zones

09-07-2017 23:26 via globalnews.ca

With evacuations in place across B.C.’s interior and multiple highways closed, airlines are stepping in to offer discounts and flexible tickets to people in the fire-affected zones.

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Taking the heat to save pets' lives - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 22:26

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Taking the heat to save pets' lives
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For a small child or a pet, time in a locked car on a hot day can lead to heatstroke or even death. That was the message for a mother in Vancouver Friday who was scolded by a police officer following complaints that she left two small children in a hot ...

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Taking the heat to save pets' lives

09-07-2017 22:23 via cbc.ca

Victoria City Councillor Charlayne Thornton Joe and a reporter closed themselves in a hot car to experience firsthand the effects of overheating that can be fatal for pets and small children.

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Christy Clark announces $100M to help communities affected by B.C. wildfires

09-07-2017 22:21 via globalnews.ca

British Columbia is making $100 million available to communities and residents affected by wildfires to help them rebuild.

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British Columbia announces $100M to help wildfire-affected communities rebuild - TheSpec.com

09-07-2017 22:01

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British Columbia announces $100M to help wildfire-affected communities rebuild
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A wildfire burns on a mountain behind an RV park office in Cache Creek, B.C., July 8. - Darryl Dyck,The Canadian Press. KAMLOOPS, B.C. — British Columbia is making $100 million available to communities and residents affected by wildfires to help them ...and more »

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Drone pilots warned to keep away from B.C. wildfire zones

09-07-2017 21:53 via globalnews.ca

As the BC Wildfire Service fights a desperate battle to protect homes in communities across the province, it has a message for amateur pilots and videographers: Keep your drones on the ground.

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B.C. couple celebrates 50th anniversary at Walmart parking lot amidst wildfires

09-07-2017 21:46 via globalnews.ca

The wildfires in British Colombia didn’t stop one couple from celebrating their 50th anniversary. Even though they were evacuated from their home, the couple met with friends at a Walmart parking lot and commemorated their special day in a trailer.

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Premier visits B.C. wildfires, promises $100M in relief funding for evacuees

09-07-2017 21:32 via cbc.ca

On the third day of major wildfires being fought up and down British Columbia's Interior, provincial and federal politicians began arriving on scene and announcing extra help for both those fighting the fires and those affected by them.

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Premier Clark and successor, John Horgan, land in B.C. Interior to meet fire evacuees

09-07-2017 21:32 via cbc.ca

B.C. Premier Christy Clark and premier-designate John Horgan arrived in Kamloops, B.C. on Sunday to meet with some of the people who have been evacuated from their homes in the province's Interior.

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B.C. government announces $100 million fund to help communities affected by wildfires

09-07-2017 21:32 via cbc.ca

B.C. Premier Christy Clark and premier-designate John Horgan arrived in Kamloops, B.C. on Sunday to meet with some of the people who have been evacuated from their homes in the province's Interior.

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B.C. Premier Christy Clark says wildfires are a ‘tragic, alarming, frightening event’

09-07-2017 21:19 via globalnews.ca

British Columbia Premier Christy Clark announces $100M will be given to the red cross to support wildfire evacuees.

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B.C. wildfire evacuees celebrate 50th wedding anniversary in Williams Lake Walmart parking lot

09-07-2017 21:12 via globalnews.ca

The couple spent their golden anniversary in the parking lot of a Walmart in Williams Lake after a wildfire forced them from their home in 108 Mile House.

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Insecticide found in same BC hummingbirds that are in decline - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 21:09

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Insecticide found in same BC hummingbirds that are in decline
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Some species of North American hummingbirds are in severe decline and a British Columbia research scientist says one possible cause might be the same insecticide affecting honey bees. Christine Bishop with Environment and Climate Change Canada ...and more »

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Insecticide found in same B.C. hummingbirds that are in decline

09-07-2017 21:06 via cbc.ca

Some species of hummingbirds are in severe decline and a B.C. research scientist says one possible cause might be the same insecticide affecting honey bees.

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IOC completing 1,000 re-tests of Vancouver Olympics samples

09-07-2017 21:00 via cbc.ca

The IOC expects to complete retesting of more than 1,000 doping samples from the 2010 Vancouver Olympics next month.

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Albertans rally to help B.C. wildfire evacuees

09-07-2017 20:39 via globalnews.ca

After the destructive fires in Fort McMurray one year ago, Albertans know all too well what their neighbours in B.C. are experiencing as they flee their homes in mandatory wildfire evacuations.

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A taste of Carnaval del Sol: Brazilian cassava recipes - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 20:01

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A taste of Carnaval del Sol: Brazilian cassava recipes
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Next to the art, music and food vendors at this weekend's Carnaval del Sol festival in Vancouver will be the "magic" Brazilian breads made by Luciano Miranda. Miranda is the owner of Beiju Foods, which sells Brazilian breads and flour, and the proud ...

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A taste of Carnaval del Sol: Brazilian cassava recipes

09-07-2017 20:00 via cbc.ca

Luiciano Miranda shows his indigenous Brazilian culture to the people of Vancouver through the art of cooking. He owns a company that sells cassava root-based products and now has a food truck to showcase the recipes of his homeland.

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BC Wildfires 2017: Provincial parks closed due to ‘severe’ wildfire hazard

09-07-2017 19:52 via globalnews.ca

The wildfires burning across large swaths of British Columbia have led to the closure of provincial parks.

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Ask an Expert: Managing stress

09-07-2017 19:35 via globalnews.ca

Sun, Jul 9: Your questions answered by the Global BC experts. Thousands of wildfire evacuees are dealing with high levels of stress anxiety, wondering whether they will have homes to return to. Mind-Body medicine practitioner Dr. Divi Chandna explains ways they can help deal with their emotional distress. She also offers advice to anyone helping...

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Federal government stepping in to help BC wildfire fight - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 19:18

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Federal government stepping in to help BC wildfire fight
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For evacuation alerts and orders, visit Emergency Info BC. For road closures and conditions, visit DriveBC. For wildfires of note, visit the B.C. Wildfire Service. For air quality advisories, check with Environment Canada.
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Stuck in a bummer summer job? Stick it out, says Jennifer Newman

09-07-2017 19:00 via cbc.ca

Grumpy customers, long days and boring tasks are some of the hallmarks of a terrible summer job but CBC workplace columnist Jennifer Newman says seasonal staff need to remember: it's only temporary.

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Wildfire situation in British Columbia: Insurance Bureau of Canada to help - New Kerala

09-07-2017 18:28

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Wildfire situation in British Columbia: Insurance Bureau of Canada to help
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VANCOUVER, July 8, 2017 : As British Columbia has declared a state of emergency due to wildfires burning out of control throughout much of the Interior, Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is reaching out with information and advice for those affected.and more »

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Hundreds more affected by new BC wildfire evacuation orders - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 18:21

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Hundreds more affected by new BC wildfire evacuation orders
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For evacuation alerts and orders, visit Emergency Info BC. For road closures and conditions, visit DriveBC. For wildfires of note, visit the B.C. Wildfire Service. For air quality advisories, check with Environment Canada.
A look by the numbers at the wildfires burning across British ColumbiaCTV News
State of Emergency over Wildfires in British ColumbiaCHCH News
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More evacuations in B.C. Interior as winds whip up flames

09-07-2017 18:18 via cbc.ca

The federal government has announced it will help B.C. battle more than 200 wildfires sweeping across the province.

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Hundreds more affected by new B.C. wildfire evacuation orders

09-07-2017 18:18 via cbc.ca

Two more B.C. communities were evacuated Saturday night due to aggressive wildfire activity, with the entire province under a state of emergency.

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Federal government stepping in to help B.C. wildfire fight

09-07-2017 18:18 via cbc.ca

The federal government has announced it will help B.C. battle more than 200 wildfires sweeping across the province.

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B.C. premier, premier-designate visiting wildfire evacuees

09-07-2017 18:18 via cbc.ca

B.C. has announced it will put $100 million to help rebuild communities affected by out-of-control wildfires sweeping through the province.

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Tourist In Your Town: 3 highlights when visiting Ladner - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 18:12

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Tourist In Your Town: 3 highlights when visiting Ladner
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Tourist in Your Town is On The Coast's summer series. Producer Lisa Christiansen visits communities in the Lower Mainland to explore hidden gems you'll want to check out for a summer visit. Jane McCall has lived in Ladner for 22 years, and in that time ...

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B.C. Wildfires 2017: crews battle fires raging across province

09-07-2017 17:34 via globalnews.ca

More than 180 wildfires are burning across B.C. Sunday as thousands of people flee flames that have terrified several communities.

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B.C. wildfire status: 291 fires burning across the province

09-07-2017 17:34 via globalnews.ca

More than 230 wildfires are burning across B.C. Sunday as thousands of people flee flames that have terrified several communities.

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Calm weather making it easier to fight wildfires in Kamloops, BC

09-07-2017 17:01 via globalnews.ca

Wildfires in Kamloops, British Columbia continue but favourable weather conditions making them easier to fight. Paul Johnson reports.

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Delta mayor defends support for proposed bridge to replace Massey tunnel

09-07-2017 17:00 via cbc.ca

Delta Mayor Lois Jackson is the only mayor in Metro Vancouver to favour replacing the Massey Tunnel with a bridge. As Richmond presses for alternatives to a span, Jackson reiterated her support for project.

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Dan Mangan wants to help you book live music - in your living room

09-07-2017 16:00 via cbc.ca

Side Door is a new start-up from Vancouver's Dan Mangan that aims to connect up-and-coming musicians with audiences and hosts in small venues across the country; essentially, a platform for booking and hosting house shows.

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British Columbia ticket wins $9.5 million Lotto 649 jackpot - Globalnews.ca

09-07-2017 15:34

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British Columbia ticket wins $9.5 million Lotto 649 jackpot
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The $9.5 million jackpot in Saturday night's Lotto 649 draw was claimed by a ticket purchased somewhere in British Columbia. And the guaranteed $1 million prize went to a ticket holder in the Prairies. The jackpot for the next Lotto 649 draw on July 12 ...and more »

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16-year-old in hospital after overnight stabbing in Surrey - CBC.ca

09-07-2017 14:13

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16-year-old in hospital after overnight stabbing in Surrey
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A young man is in hospital after an overnight stabbing at a house in Surrey. Officers responded to multiple 911 calls around 1:00 a.m. Sunday, about an altercation at a house in the 5600-block of 148 Street. They found the victim, a 16-year-old ...and more »

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16-year-old in hospital after overnight stabbing in Surrey

09-07-2017 13:22 via cbc.ca

RCMP said they are looking for a group of youth that fled the scene, who are believed to be the attackers.

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'Why me?': In wildfire destruction in tiny B.C. Interior community, at least 1 home survives

09-07-2017 11:00 via cbc.ca

Sherrie Fraser has a home, but no community to return to. Her home was spared Friday while 30 others burned in a wildfire that struck near Ashcroft, B.C.

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'Why me?': in wildfire destruction in B.C. Interior, at least one home survives

09-07-2017 11:00 via cbc.ca

Sherrie Fraser has a home, but no community to return to. Her home was spared Friday while 30 others burned in a wildfire that struck near Ashcroft, B.C.

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Parks Canada preparing for busy Canada 150 season, including patrons behaving badly

09-07-2017 11:00 via cbc.ca

Parks Canada is raising public awareness and adding patrols to prepare for a potential spike in visitors this summer, as a new report shows a steady increase in bad behaviour at campgrounds and other sites.

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In wildfire destruction in tiny B.C. Interior community, at least 1 home survives

09-07-2017 11:00 via cbc.ca

Sherrie Fraser has a home, but no community to return to. Her home was spared Friday while 30 others burned in a wildfire that struck near Ashcroft, B.C.

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Global News Hour at 6: Jul 8

09-07-2017 05:55 via globalnews.ca

Watch Global News Hour at 6 with Chris Gailus and Sophie Lui for Saturday, July 8, 2017.

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Map of fires burning around B.C.

09-07-2017 05:45 via globalnews.ca

Sat, Jul 8: As of Saturday, July 8, at 7:45 p.m. this is a look at the wildfires currently burning around B.C. This situation may change at any time.

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B.C. wildfires map 2017: Current location of wildfires around the province

09-07-2017 05:12 via globalnews.ca

The B.C. Wildfire Service has provided a map of where the fires are located.

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Fire burning near 100 mile house

09-07-2017 04:53 via globalnews.ca

Sat, Jul 8: Near 100 Mile House, the Gustafsen fire is burning into its third day. 3200 hectares have been scorched and people have been forced out in nearby 103 Mile, 105 Mile House and 108 Mile Ranch. For the latest, we’re joined by Ted Chernecki.

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BC Evening Weather Forecast: Jul 8

09-07-2017 04:49 via globalnews.ca

The Saturday, July 8, 2017 evening weather forecast for Vancouver, British Columbia and the surrounding area.

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Ashcroft fire one of the biggest wildfires in B.C.

09-07-2017 04:49 via globalnews.ca

Sat, Jul 8: One of the biggest wildfires burning in our province is Ashcroft Reserve fire in the B.C. Cariboo. At least four thousand hectares have been scorched. Our Paul Johnson is in Kamloops where people are being told go to get away from the flames. Paul Johnson has more.

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Williams Lake evacuees sent to Prince George

09-07-2017 04:40 via globalnews.ca

Sat, Jul 8: Some of the people evacuated from William Lake have been sent to Prince George. Nadia Stewart reports.

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