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Missing B.C. woman confirmed dead in apparent homicide

25-08-2017 23:51 via cbc.ca

A 22-year-old woman who went missing last month has been found dead in Mission, and police are treating her death as a homicide.

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Fraser Valley sees sudden spike in drug overdose deaths

25-08-2017 23:36 via cbc.ca

17 people have been killed in a week by suspected drug overdoses in the Fraser Health region,

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Fraser Health sees sudden spike in drug overdose deaths

25-08-2017 23:36 via cbc.ca

17 people have been killed in a week by suspected drug overdoses in the Fraser Health region,

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Body found in Mission ID’d as Chelsey Gauthier, missing 22-year-old from Abbotsford

25-08-2017 23:17 via globalnews.ca

"Investigators believe that Miss Gauthier's death was not random."

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Infrastructure funding in the spotlight as bridge tolls fall

25-08-2017 22:59 via globalnews.ca

Reaction is pouring in to the end of Metro Vancouver bridge tolls. The key theme? Where will the money come from.

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B.C. government sued over revoked Shawnigan Lake soil dumping permit

25-08-2017 22:12 via cbc.ca

The owner of an old Vancouver Island quarry is suing the B.C. government for cancelling a waste discharge permit that allowed it to receive and store contaminated soil.

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BC Green Party proposes ban on foreign ownership of farmland - CBC.ca

25-08-2017 22:02

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BC Green Party proposes ban on foreign ownership of farmland
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B.C. Green Party Leader and Oak Bay-Gordon Head MLA Andrew Weaver is calling for a ban on the foreign ownership of designated farmland in British Columbia. In early August of 2016, the B.C. Liberal government imposed a 15 per cent tax on foreign ...

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B.C. Green Party proposes ban on foreign ownership of farmland

25-08-2017 21:58 via cbc.ca

B.C. Green Leader Andrew Weaver says a ban on foreign nationals buying farmland will help cool the housing market and ensure agricultural land is used for farming.

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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 review

25-08-2017 21:52 via globalnews.ca

It’s half tablet and half phone. Mike Agerbo of Get Connected Media reviews the new Samsung Galaxy Note 8

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Okanagan cops sweep up street dealers in undercover drug operation

25-08-2017 21:47 via globalnews.ca

"We will have made over 30 arrests in this one operation."

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B.C. renters to face largest allowable rent increase in 5 years

25-08-2017 21:40 via cbc.ca

The B.C. Residential Tenancy Branch has set the maximum allowable rent increase for 2018 at four per cent.

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Shark fins sold for soup include many at-risk species

25-08-2017 21:29 via cbc.ca

Shark fins and manta ray gills for sale in stores and markets in Vancouver and in China just a few years ago belonged mainly to species that are now listed as at-risk and banned for trade, DNA testing shows.

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Tips for staying in pet-friendly hotels

25-08-2017 21:28 via globalnews.ca

Dog Behaviour Specialist Sandy Yates has some advice if you’re thinking of traveling with your dog, or maybe hamster, and plan on staying at a hotel

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Philpott Road wildfire under control near Kelowna

25-08-2017 21:05 via globalnews.ca

Cooler temperatures and lighter winds have decreased the Philpott Road wildfire activity overnight, but as Lauren Pullen reports, more than a thousand people remain evacuated from their homes.

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Kelowna area wildfire triggers boil water notice for several dozen properties

25-08-2017 20:26 via globalnews.ca

"Because of the wildfire, electricity powering the chlorination equipment for the water system was lost."

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B.C. First Nation calls for moratorium on hunting in Cariboo after wildfires

25-08-2017 20:10 via cbc.ca

Nearly 800,000 hectares of scorched land in the Cariboo has the Nazko First Nation willing to forgo a season of traditional hunting to support the rehabilitation of deer and moose populations.

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'I'm ecstatic': B.C. man gets his puppy back 3 days after she was stolen

25-08-2017 19:35 via cbc.ca

Belle went missing after her owner's pickup truck was stolen earlier this week.

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'I'm ecstatic': 9-month-old stolen puppy found safe in Alberta

25-08-2017 19:35 via cbc.ca

Belle went missing after her owner's pickup truck was stolen earlier this week.

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What will happen to the bridge toll employees?

25-08-2017 19:17 via globalnews.ca

Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Claire Trevena explains what will happen to the buildings and employees who collect bridge tolls.

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Will the removal of tolls impact the Mayor’s 10-Year Plan?

25-08-2017 19:16 via globalnews.ca

Premier John Horgan responds to a reporters question about how the removal of tolls will impact the transportation plan set out by Metro Vancouver mayors.

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Do outstanding bridge toll bills need to be paid?

25-08-2017 19:15 via globalnews.ca

At a press conference announcing the removal of bridge tolls on the Golden Ears and Port Mann Bridge, Premier John Horgan responds to a question about the payment of outstanding tolls.

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How will the bridge debt be paid without tolls?

25-08-2017 19:13 via globalnews.ca

Premier John Horgan answers questions at a press conference Friday about the loss of revenue and impact on B.C. debt by removing and Metro Vancouver bridge tolls.

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Penticton company fined for unsafe handling of dangerous material at work site

25-08-2017 19:12 via globalnews.ca

Neighbours complained they were possibly being exposed to asbestos.

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NDP announce the removal of Metro Vancouver bridge tolls

25-08-2017 19:03 via globalnews.ca

Premier John Horgan announces at a press conference Friday why the NDP are removing tolls on the Golden Ears and Port Mann Bridge.

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2 dead after plane from B.C. crashes near Swift Current airport

25-08-2017 18:37 via cbc.ca

Two people are dead after a single-engine plane crashed shortly after takeoff from the Swift Current, Sask., airport on Thursday.

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Tolls to be eliminated on Port Mann and Golden Ears bridges

25-08-2017 18:30 via cbc.ca

The B.C. government is getting rid of tolls on the Port Mann and Golden Ears bridges starting Sept. 1, Premier John Horgan has announced.

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Horgan making transportation announcement this morning

25-08-2017 18:30 via cbc.ca

The B.C. government is expected to make a transportation announcement in Port Coquitlam Tuesday morning.

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British Columbia wildfires - over 1000 evacuated near Kelowna - BBC News

25-08-2017 18:20

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British Columbia wildfires - over 1000 evacuated near Kelowna
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The latest wildfire to scorch the Canadian province of British Columbia (BC) has forced the evacuation of around 1,100 people. The blaze is about 20km (12 miles) east of Kelowna town in Okanagan Valley. So far no structures or homes are believed ...
British Columbia wildfire triggers evacuation order affecting 1100 people near KelownaRadio Canada International
Updated: No structures impacted by fire in Joe RichKelow

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B.C.’s Fraser Health region reports a spike in overdose deaths

25-08-2017 18:00 via globalnews.ca

Calling it a "hidden epidemic", Fraser Health is reporting a spike in overdose deaths in the past week.

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BBQ Tips: How to get the veggies in

25-08-2017 17:42 via globalnews.ca

Brian Misko from the House of Q shows how to make grilled corn and a black bean and peach salad.

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NDP expected to axe Golden Ears and Port Mann bridge tolls today

25-08-2017 17:34 via globalnews.ca

It looks like the new NDP government will be following through on one of their key campaign promises this morning.

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B.C. NDP eliminating Golden Ears and Port Mann bridge tolls starting Sept. 1

25-08-2017 17:34 via globalnews.ca

The new NDP government is following through on one of their key campaign promises.

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Movie reviews: The Only Living Boy in New York and Good Time

25-08-2017 17:24 via globalnews.ca

Movie Critic Dana Gee talks about two movies, The Only Living Boy in New York and Good Time

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Wildfire near Kelowna only 1km from homes, but cool weather holds flames

25-08-2017 16:20 via cbc.ca

It is estimated to be 380 hectares in size, with the nearest homes just a kilometre away.

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Wildfire near Kelowna only 1 km from homes, but cool weather holds back flames

25-08-2017 16:20 via cbc.ca

A wildfire in B.C.'s Okanagan region inched closer to homes overnight after forcing more than 1,000 people to flee on Thursday, but officials say cooler weather made a difference in the firefight.

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Wildfire east of Kelowna only 1km from homes, officials say

25-08-2017 16:20 via cbc.ca

It is estimated to be 380 hectares in size, with the nearest homes just a kilometre away.

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Amateur video captures wildfire burning near Kelowna, B.C.

25-08-2017 15:33 via globalnews.ca

Around 1,000 people were evacuated from the path of a wildfire that erupted to the east of Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, on Thursday, August 25.

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Overnight fire at Surrey house displaces 11 people

25-08-2017 15:11 via globalnews.ca

Eleven people have been displaced from their home near the North Delta border after a fire erupted early Friday morning.

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Could vegan dogs help solve climate change?

25-08-2017 15:00 via cbc.ca

Research suggests switching dogs to a plant-based diet could have significant environmental benefits — but veterinarians are divided over whether a vegetarian diet is healthy for dogs.

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11 people out of their home after overnight fire in Surrey

25-08-2017 14:50 via cbc.ca

Flames were tearing through the roof of the house near 84A Avenue and 122 Street, forcing fire crews to change tactics.

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Residents evacuate fast moving Joe Rich wildfire

25-08-2017 08:28 via globalnews.ca

An aggressive wildfire burning just east of Kelowna in the rural area of Joe Rich. Nadia Stewart has more.

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Joe Rich Wildfire

25-08-2017 08:28 via globalnews.ca

An aggressive wildfire burning just east of Kelowna. Nadia Stewart has more.

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B.C. Humanist Association seeking right to perform marriages

25-08-2017 06:49 via cbc.ca

The B.C. Humanist Association is circulating a petition requesting the Minister of Health legalize Humanist marriages in the province.

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Global News Hour at 6: Aug 24

25-08-2017 06:20 via globalnews.ca

Watch Global News Hour at 6 with Chris Gailus and Sophie Lui for Thursday, August 24, 2017.

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'They're trying to milk the system': NDP government criticized by Greens for pricey fundraisers

25-08-2017 06:02 via cbc.ca

A big-ticket dinner planned for the BC NDP in September has reignited debate over political fundraising in B.C

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Using marijuana to fight the opioid crisis

25-08-2017 05:33 via globalnews.ca

Today’s Global News Hour at 6 Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave.

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Vancouver couple stung by theft scam

25-08-2017 04:50 via globalnews.ca

A Vancouver couple who lost tens of thousands of dollars to thieves were victimized a second time, when they fell for a scam as they tried to recover their belongings. Jennifer Palma reports.

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Privacy commissioner could crack down on rental application information

25-08-2017 04:50 via globalnews.ca

B.C.’s privacy commissioner is looking at restricting the amount of personal information landlords will be allowed to collect on rental applications. Ted Chernecki has the details.

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Former Whitecaps youth players in court.

25-08-2017 04:50 via globalnews.ca

Two former players in the Vancouver Whitecaps youth program appeared in court today, charged with sexual assault. Rumina Daya was there.

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Paraglider rescued in dangerous operation

25-08-2017 04:47 via globalnews.ca

Mission Search and Rescue rescued a paraglider from high up in tree, but not before an arduous, dangerous trek just to get to the scene. John Hua has the story.

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