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Premier John Horgan delivers message to British Columbians

18-07-2017 23:54 via globalnews.ca

B.C. has a new premier. NPD Leader John Horgan was officially sworn in Tuesday afternoon in Victoria and had this message for British Columbians.

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BC's new NDP government sworn into office - CBC.ca

18-07-2017 23:52

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BC's new NDP government sworn into office
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After a historic provincial election that took nearly two months to resolve, the B.C. NDP has officially taken power. John Horgan has been sworn in as British Columbia's 36th premier, along with his cabinet. Horgan, 57, replaces Christy Clark as ...
NDP sworn in as British Columbia's new governmentCTV News
John Horgan is officially premier of British Columbia, appoints cabinetBusiness in Vancouver
Meet the new progressive government of Bri

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Return of poisonous mushroom that claimed life of Victoria toddler prompts warning from Island Health

18-07-2017 23:46 via globalnews.ca

Last October a three-year-old Victoria boy died after ingesting an Amanita phalloides mushroom, commonly known as the “Death Cap” mushroom.

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West End residents take 'Trump Tower' size development concerns to City Hall

18-07-2017 23:44 via cbc.ca

West End residents are worried a new Trump Tower-size development at Burrard and Nelson streets will drastically change the neighbourhood.

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Insurers have 'valid reason' to worry over fires in Western Canada, scientist says

18-07-2017 23:42 via cbc.ca

Fires and floods will become more severe and more frequent in Western Canada — and insurance companies should take notice, a Calgary climate change scientist says.

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The Reluctant Baker: London Fog Snickerdoodles

18-07-2017 23:41 via globalnews.ca

Global BC director Josh Hodding, aka the Reluctant Baker, displays his baking skills making delicious gluten-free London Fog cookies.

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'3 days of chaos': backcountry campers escape wildfire by boat and foot on B.C.'s Bowron Lakes

18-07-2017 23:28 via cbc.ca

When wildfires hit near B.C.'s Bowron Lake Provincial Park, operators had to clear over 250 people out of 150,000 hectares of backcountry, using canoes and portage trails.

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Vancouver company and Telus looking to decrease incidences of distracted driving with eBrake app

18-07-2017 23:07 via globalnews.ca

In an effort to thwart drivers from texting, emailing or holding onto an electronic device, Telus has launched a pilot project with Vancouver-based distracted driving app eBrake.

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B.C.'s new NDP government sworn into office

18-07-2017 22:52 via cbc.ca

After a historic provincial election that took nearly two months to resolve, the B.C. NDP officially took power this afternoon.

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US Soldier says courts should have ruled on Omar Khadr payout

18-07-2017 22:44 via globalnews.ca

Injured Retired Sgt. Layne Morris tells Global News it was wrong for the Canadian government to settle Omar Khadr’s lawsuit.

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Canadian retailers worry as Trump eyes duty-free threshold increase in NAFTA talks

18-07-2017 22:20 via cbc.ca

The U.S. is calling for the so-called de minimis threshold to be increased from $20 Cdn to a "value comparable" to its $800 US limit, ahead of NAFTA renegotiation.

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Have you seen this car? Singer laments theft of beloved 'Purple Haze'

18-07-2017 22:04 via cbc.ca

Cars get stolen every day in Surrey, but when Ranj Singh watched a thief speed off in his purple 1999 Honda in a brazen daytime heist, the feeling of loss was overwhelming.

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Nearly 1,100 wildfire evacuees now registered in Surrey

18-07-2017 21:58 via globalnews.ca

“It's horrible, our families have all gone different directions and we don't know if our town is going to burn down.”

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Adopt a Pet: Scarlet and Rhett

18-07-2017 21:54 via globalnews.ca

On today’s Adopt a Pet segment we have two litter trained bunnies. Rhett and Scarlet are a bonded pair available at the Vancouver SPCA.

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'We have to get out of here': evacuees on the moment they fled the flames

18-07-2017 21:49 via cbc.ca

Wildfires burning in the province's Interior have forced an estimated 47,000 British Columbia to flee their homes at a moments notice. Here are some of their stories

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The Reluctant Baker’s London Fog Snickerdoodles

18-07-2017 21:32 via globalnews.ca

Global BC Noon News director, aka the Reluctant Baker, Josh Hodding displays his baking skills making delicious gluten-free London Fog cookies.

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Nutrition tips for long distance truck drivers

18-07-2017 21:25 via globalnews.ca

Registered dietitian Diana Steele has healthy eating tips for truck drivers and how they can improve their quality of life.

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Burnaby demoviction protestors fight for affordable housing

18-07-2017 21:08 via globalnews.ca

The Metrotown area of Burnaby is undergoing a major transition but not everyone is happy with the changes. Jordan Armstrong has the details.

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Cache Creek residents can go home

18-07-2017 21:00 via globalnews.ca

Good news for evacuated residents of Cache Creek. As Neetu Garcha reports, they’ve spent 11 days out of their homes, but they are finally getting the green light to return.

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‘High to extreme’ danger across Alberta, BC parks spurs extension of fire ban

18-07-2017 20:58 via globalnews.ca

“It’s primarily in Kootenay National Park and Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park... It has not crossed the border into Banff.”

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Grouse Mountain Resort's Chinese investor 'silent,' says new Canadian owner

18-07-2017 20:11 via cbc.ca

A popular Vancouver-area ski hill has been sold to a partnership that includes Shanghai-based China Minsheng Investment Group, the resort has announced.

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Grouse Mountain Resort sold to investment group for undisclosed sum

18-07-2017 20:11 via cbc.ca

A popular Vancouver-area ski hill has been sold to a partnership that includes Shanghai-based China Minsheng Investment Group, the resort has announced.

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More than 45000 people displaced by BC wildfires - CBC.ca

18-07-2017 19:38

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More than 45000 people displaced by BC wildfires
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Evacuations prompted by wildfires in central B.C. are approaching record levels for the province, officials said Tuesday. The total number of people displaced by the fires is now estimated at 45,806, according to Robert Turner, deputy minister for ...
39000 people forced to flee British Columbia wildfiresRadio Canada International
Wildfires Rage Through British Columbia, Forcing 40000 From Their HomesNPR
Canada wildfires: Australian

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B.C. NDP takes power for first time in 16 years amid wildfire crisis

18-07-2017 19:35 via globalnews.ca

B.C.'s first NDP government in 16 years will be sworn in this afternoon.

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B.C. NDP take power for first time in 16 years amid wildfire crisis

18-07-2017 19:35 via globalnews.ca

B.C.'s first NDP government in 16 years will be sworn in this afternoon.

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Wildfires prompt air quality advisory for Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley

18-07-2017 19:16 via globalnews.ca

The wildfires burning in B.C. have now prompted Metro Vancouver to issue an air quality advisory for the region and for the Fraser Valley.

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Incoming Premier John Horgan outlines list of priorities

18-07-2017 18:44 via globalnews.ca

John Horgan will be sworn-in as B.C. Premier at 2 p.m. Here's what he says he'll do first.

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'Relatively calm' days allow for progress fighting B.C. wildfires

18-07-2017 18:38 via cbc.ca

As residents of one town prepare to return home after a wildfire forced them out, firefighters are reporting progress on the blazes burning through central B.C.

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More than 47,000 people displaced by B.C. wildfires

18-07-2017 18:38 via cbc.ca

Evacuations prompted by wildfires in central B.C. are approaching record levels for the province, officials said Tuesday.

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More than 45,000 people displaced by B.C. wildfires

18-07-2017 18:38 via cbc.ca

Evacuations prompted by wildfires in central B.C. are approaching record levels for the province, officials said Tuesday.

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Wildfires, opioid crisis, softwood: John Horgan outlines priorities before swearing-in

18-07-2017 18:11 via cbc.ca

B.C.'s new premier addresses missing the premiers' meeting, wildfire response and the historic transition to an NDP government after 16 years in opposition.

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B.C. wildfires: Before-and-after satellite images show trail of destruction

18-07-2017 18:11 via globalnews.ca

Satellite images show how wildfires have been endangering - and sometimes destroying - communities in the B.C. Interior.

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Mounties weigh whether to continue search for Langley drowning victim

18-07-2017 18:04 via globalnews.ca

The 72-year-old man was a non swimmer.

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Smoke from BC wildfires spreads across Western Canada - CBC.ca

18-07-2017 17:38

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Smoke from BC wildfires spreads across Western Canada
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Hazy air caused by central B.C.'s cluster of wildfires has spread as far west as Vancouver and as far east as Saskatchewan. Environment Canada is now warning Canadians from the west coast to Lloyminster, Sask., about the possible health impacts of ...
Here's what's happening with the 155 fires burning in British ColumbiaThe Bellingham Heraldall 19 news articles »

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Business Report: It’s tough negotiations ahead with NAFTA talks slated for August

18-07-2017 17:36 via globalnews.ca

There's a lot at stake, with NAFTA negotiations just weeks away.

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B.C. wildfire status Tuesday: Some evacuees allowed to return home

18-07-2017 17:19 via globalnews.ca

Eleven days ago, a raging fire forced Cache Creek residents to flee their homes.

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Smoke from B.C. wildfires spreads across Western Canada

18-07-2017 16:38 via cbc.ca

Hazy air caused by central B.C.'s cluster of wildfires has spread as far west as Vancouver and as far east as Saskatchewan.

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Metro Vancouver commuters face haze, smoke as wildfire smoke drifts west

18-07-2017 16:38 via cbc.ca

There is a haze in the air across parts of B.C.'s Lower Mainland and up Howe Sound on Tuesday morning as smoke from the wildfires in the Interior drifts west.

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Amateur video captures scales of wildfire in Hanceville, BC

18-07-2017 16:37 via globalnews.ca

The fires at Hanceville and Riske Creek had grown to 98,000 hectares by July 17, and were zero percent contained, according to the BC Wildfire Service. An evacuation order was in place for Williams Lake and surrounding areas. This footage was recorded on Highway 20, southwest of Williams Lake.

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The lost art of play: how overscheduling makes children anxious

18-07-2017 15:42 via cbc.ca

A Vancouver-based play therapist and family counsellor says many children today lack opportunities for free, unstructured play and that's affecting their mental health.

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Ryan Reynolds makes the day of terminally ill 5-year-old fan by FaceTiming from ‘Deadpool 2’ set

18-07-2017 15:04 via globalnews.ca

Ryan Reynolds showed his young fan around the set of 'Deadpool 2,' spending about 15 minutes chatting.

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Smoke from wildfires creating haze in Metro Vancouver but no air quality advisory issued

18-07-2017 15:02 via globalnews.ca

Smoke from the wildfires has now made its way to Metro Vancouver but officials say it is not bad enough to trigger an air quality advisory yet.

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Get used to new political conversation in BC: SFU professor

18-07-2017 14:59 via globalnews.ca

A political science professor at SFU thinks British Columbians should get used to a different conversation from their new provincial government.

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B.C. government readies for historic transition amid wildfire crisis

18-07-2017 14:58 via cbc.ca

After 16 years under one party, British Columbia will have a change in government while dealing with one of the biggest emergencies the province has ever seen: tens of thousands of people out of their homes in communities across the Interior because of wildfires.

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Cache Creek residents forced out by wildfire now able to return home

18-07-2017 14:39 via globalnews.ca

Hundreds of wildfire evacuees from Cache Creek will be able to start going home today.

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Smoke from wildfires rises above Banff mountain tops

18-07-2017 14:17 via globalnews.ca

A hiker captured amazing video from the top of Cascade Mountain at Banff National Park, showing the amount of smoke filling the skies from the B.C. wildfires.

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B.C. wildfires: Blazes close national park hiking trails

18-07-2017 13:59 via globalnews.ca

Popular hiking trails in Banff and the Kootenay National Parks have been closed due the wildfires that continue to burn near the Alberta-B.C. border.

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B.C. wildfires: Blaze near Williams Lake nearing 20k acres

18-07-2017 13:59 via globalnews.ca

Hydro employees working to keep power connected around the area of Williams Lake captured roadside fires that continue to burn in the Chilcotin Forest area.

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Sears Canada liquidation sales given OK to start Friday

18-07-2017 12:30 via cbc.ca

Sears Canada has been given approval to begin liquidation sales Friday at the 59 locations it plans to close.

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One man in custody after shooting in Abbotsford B.C. neighbourhood

18-07-2017 10:41 via globalnews.ca

Abbotsford Police say one man is in custody and another taken to hospital following a shooting around 11 pm Monday night.

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