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Stink over 'huge, smelly outhouse' blocking lakeviews simmers in New Denver B.C.

16-11-2017 23:49 via cbc.ca

When Jill Parry walks out the door of her New Denver home near the shores of Slocan Lake in the B.C. Interior her view is blocked by a "huge, smelly, concrete outhouse." She wants that to change.

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5 things to do this weekend – Thursday November 16, 2017

16-11-2017 23:47 via globalnews.ca

Thurs. Nov. 16: Here are your five things to do this weekend for Thursday, November 16, 2017.

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Keith Baldrey: Pot talk to dominate spring session in Victoria

16-11-2017 23:15 via globalnews.ca

There is a runaway freight train barreling down the track at all provincial governments, and the young BC NDP government is no exception to its impact.

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COMMENTARY: Pot talk to dominate spring session in Victoria

16-11-2017 23:15 via globalnews.ca

There is a runaway freight train barreling down the track at all provincial governments, and the young BC NDP government is no exception to its impact.

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$15 minimum wage public consultation holds 1st meeting - British ... - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 22:55

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The Fair Wages Commission is holding the first of eight public consultations on the minimum wage.and more »

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'It's overdue': Vernon, BC, to get new housing for homeless - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 22:53

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'It's overdue': Vernon, BC, to get new housing for homeless
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In a move a local homeless man calls "overdue as a matter of fact," Vernon, B.C., is about to become home to a pair of new modular housing units that will support those living on the street. The North Okanagan city has been struggling to keep up with a ...and more »

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'It's overdue': Vernon, B.C., to get new housing for homeless

16-11-2017 22:53 via cbc.ca

As the homeless population grows in Vernon, B.C., the province has announced the community will get two new permanent modular housing projects.

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$15 minimum wage public consultation holds 1st meeting - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 22:51

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$15 minimum wage public consultation holds 1st meeting
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The Fair Wages Commission kicked off the first of eight public consultations on the minimum wage Thursday. During the election campaign, the NDP promised to raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour by 2021. The public meetings are one of the first steps ...and more »

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$15 minimum wage public consultation holds 1st meeting

16-11-2017 22:51 via cbc.ca

The Fair Wages Commission is holding the first of eight public consultations on the minimum wage.

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Township of Langley councillor wants new rules for elected officials bidding on city contracts

16-11-2017 22:42 via globalnews.ca

Councillor Kim Richter says elected officials who run businesses should not be putting their hands in the cookie jar.She says it makes sense in smaller communities, but it shouldn't be happening in larger ones.

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Employees sidelined as Williams Lake mill closes for 6 months following fire

16-11-2017 22:36 via cbc.ca

A fire that caused extensive damage at the Williams Lake Lakeview Tolko sawmill has left 170 workers without a paycheque for the past two weeks, and their future at the mill is still uncertain.

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Tree of Lights tradition goes dark in Prince George — but just for 1 year

16-11-2017 22:31 via cbc.ca

The Salvation Army is discontinuing a 30-year tradition of placing a giant Christmas tree on top of a nine-storey hotel in Prince George due to a combination of logistics and safety concerns.

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Nasty note on Vernon, B.C., windshield accuses woman of abusing accessible parking

16-11-2017 22:23 via cbc.ca

A Vernon, B.C., woman is asking the public to be more considerate towards people with physical disabilities after someone left an angry note on her mother's car.

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$150K in gold, cash and art stolen from West Kelowna storage locker

16-11-2017 22:03 via cbc.ca

Police says the owner of the items, including over 5,000 ounces of gold and silver, is distraught.

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How to avoid being an annoying holiday traveller

16-11-2017 21:51 via globalnews.ca

Claire Newall joins Samantha Falk, Squire Barnes and Kristi Gordon with some travel deals and tips on how to avoid being an annoying holiday traveller.

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Thinning the forests could change wildfire patterns, forest manager says - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 21:49

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Thinning the forests could change wildfire patterns, forest manager says
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The manager of the UBC research forest near Williams Lake says that after a summer of wildfires, he's considering more frequent thinning of the forest to prevent such out-of-control fires in the future. When a fire started in the Alex Fraser research ...

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Thinning the forests could change wildfire patterns, forest manager says

16-11-2017 21:49 via cbc.ca

After the worst wildfire season on record, a research forest manager is thinking of ways to prevent such radical events.

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B.C. maintains AAA credit rating under new government

16-11-2017 21:03 via globalnews.ca

But Chris Gardner, the head of the Independent Contractors Business Association, cautions that it's still early days.

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Justin Trudeau and Andrew Scheer make multiple stops in Vancouver

16-11-2017 21:02 via globalnews.ca

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative leader Andrew Scheer are both in Vancouver today appealing to voters. Jordan Armstrong has a look at a number of stops for the leaders.

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Federal Liberal and Conservative leaders visit Surrey as byelection race heats up

16-11-2017 20:54 via cbc.ca

Liberal leader Justin Trudeau and Conservative leader Andrew Scheer are both putting in some face time in Surrey.

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Coquitlam homeless camp destroyed in fire

16-11-2017 20:40 via globalnews.ca

The camp was in the bushes off Lougheed Highway, near Dewdney Trunk Road.

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Coquitlam homeless camp catches fire

16-11-2017 20:33 via globalnews.ca

Coquitlam firefighters responded to call of a fire at a homeless camp in the bushes. No one was injured and all those involved fled the scene by the time first responders arrived..

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British Columbia and Prince Edward Island become the first provinces to add Erelzi™ (etanercept) to public drug ... - Canada NewsWire (press release)

16-11-2017 20:24

British Columbia and Prince Edward Island become the first provinces to add Erelzi™ (etanercept) to public drug ...
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Erelzi™, has been added to public drug plans based on specific criteria in British Columbia and Prince Edward Island for the treatment of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis and for reducing signs and symptoms of active ankylosing spondylitis ...and more »

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BCSC sponsors British Columbia's first Regtech Hackathon - Canada NewsWire (press release)

16-11-2017 20:08

BCSC sponsors British Columbia's first Regtech Hackathon
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VANCOUVER, Nov. 16, 2017 /CNW/ - The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) today announced its sponsorship of the first ever Regtech Hackathon held in British Columbia. The one-day Hackathon will challenge participants to create innovative ...and more »

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RCMP in Kamloops, B.C., run risk of burning out officers, police association says

16-11-2017 19:09 via cbc.ca

As crime increases in Kamloops, so does stress on police.

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Pedestrian killed in Burnaby crash - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 19:04

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Pedestrian killed in Burnaby crash
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Burnaby RCMP confirm a female pedestrian in her 70s is dead after being struck by a car near the intersection of Willingdon Avenue and Moscrop Street on Wednesday afternoon around 2:30 p.m. PT. A male pedestrian, also in his 70s, is in hospital with ...and more »

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Pedestrian killed in Burnaby crash - British Columbia - CBC News - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 19:04

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Pedestrian killed in Burnaby crash - British Columbia - CBC News
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Burnaby RCMP confirm a female pedestrian in her 70s is dead after being struck by a car near the intersection of Willingdon Avenue and Moscrop Street on ...and more »

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Pedestrian killed in Burnaby crash

16-11-2017 19:04 via cbc.ca

Burnaby RCMP confirm a female pedestrian in her 70s is dead after being struck by a car near the intersection of Willingdon Avenue and Moscrop Street on Wednesday afternoon.

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Pot advent calendar sales on fire, buyers pay up to $230 for marijuana holiday treat

16-11-2017 18:55 via cbc.ca

The pot-laced holiday calendars retail for between $200 and $230.

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Multiple accidents leaves one dead, four in hospital

16-11-2017 18:54 via globalnews.ca

One person died after a car accident in Burnaby on Wednesday afternoon followed by a muliple vehicle crash in Surrey that sent four to hospital.

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Toronto police criticized for not disclosing drug squad officer's fentanyl overdose sooner

16-11-2017 18:50 via cbc.ca

Toronto police issued a statement Thursday afternoon saying a constable with the drug squad died of a fentanyl overdose back in April.

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Drug squad officer dies of fentanyl overdose, leaving Toronto police with 'more questions than answers'

16-11-2017 18:50 via cbc.ca

Toronto police issued a statement Thursday afternoon saying a constable with the drug squad died of a fentanyl overdose back in April.

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Drug squad officer dies of fentanyl overdose, leaving police with 'more questions than answers'

16-11-2017 18:50 via cbc.ca

Toronto police issued a statement Thursday afternoon saying a constable with the drug squad died of a fentanyl overdose back in April.

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Concerns raised as Operation Red Nose won’t run in Surrey, Langley this year

16-11-2017 18:28 via globalnews.ca

The holiday season driving service has been running in the communities for years.

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Coquitlam, B.C., teachers association seeks changes to proposed parent code of conduct

16-11-2017 18:24 via cbc.ca

Ken Christensen says that while there are some issues with disruptive parents, he's unsure this is the best way to address it.

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Mississauga woman whose life was saved by expensive drug pushes B.C. to cover its costs like Ontario does

16-11-2017 18:18 via globalnews.ca

Nadia Saiphoo was planning her funeral before taking Soliris. Within a week, she was able to leave the hospital.

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Calgary judge stays charges against Vancouver pot activist Dana Larsen

16-11-2017 18:12 via globalnews.ca

A Calgary judge has stayed charges against a Vancouver marijuana activist following a rally in the city in April 2016.

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StructureCraft Builders Expands to Abbotsford, British Columbia - GlobeNewswire (press release)

16-11-2017 17:48

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StructureCraft Builders Expands to Abbotsford, British Columbia
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 16, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To meet the interest of architects and developers for constructing efficient and sustainable wood structures and buildings, StructureCraft has built a new state-of-the-art facility in ...and more »

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Travel Best Bets: What Not to Pack

16-11-2017 17:46 via globalnews.ca

Claire Newell from Travel Best Bets tells us what not to pack when going on vacation.

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Justin Trudeau and Andrew Scheer in Vancouver for events today

16-11-2017 17:44 via globalnews.ca

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer are both in Vancouver today attending events.

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Nutrition for your Hormones

16-11-2017 17:38 via globalnews.ca

Registered Dietitian, Karlene Karst talks about diet changes that help you regulate your hormones.

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WATCH LIVE: Abbotsford police officer John Davidson’s Celebration of Life

16-11-2017 17:07 via globalnews.ca

You will be able to watch it live above on this page, starting at 11:30 a.m.

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John Horgan speaks to development community today on housing ... - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 17:01

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For the first time since taking power, B.C. Premier John Horgan is meeting with the largest group representing B.C.'s development community.and more »

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John Horgan speaks to development community today on housing affordability

16-11-2017 17:00 via cbc.ca

For the first time since taking power, B.C. Premier John Horgan is meeting with the largest group representing B.C.'s development community.

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Winterizing your home

16-11-2017 16:45 via globalnews.ca

Paul Friesen from “I Find It” Inspections talks about how to winterize your home.

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“Lights of Hope” fundraising campaign kicks off

16-11-2017 16:21 via globalnews.ca

George Keulen, Former Patient and Spiritual Care Provider at St. Paul’s & Dick Vollet, CEO & President, St. Paul’s Foundation join us to talk about this year’s Lights of Hope celebration.

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Ending Violence BC recognizes Squamish Nation woman's community work - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 16:18

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Ending Violence BC recognizes Squamish Nation woman's community work
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A residential school survivor who transformed her life is being recognized for her work helping First Nations families struggling with domestic violence. Doris Paul - Xele'milh - of the Squamish Nation is being honoured by Ending Violence B.C. with the ...

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Ending Violence B.C. recognizes Squamish Nation woman's community work

16-11-2017 16:18 via cbc.ca

A residential school survivor will be recognized for her community work.

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Justin Trudeau and Andrew Scheer in Vancouver today

16-11-2017 16:06 via globalnews.ca

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative leader Andrew Scheer are in Vancouver today. Reporter Jordan Armstrong looks at what’s on the agenda for today.

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4 in hospital after 3-car collision in South Surrey - CBC.ca

16-11-2017 15:08

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4 in hospital after 3-car collision in South Surrey
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RCMP are investigating an overnight three-vehicle crash in South Surrey. It happened just after midnight near the intersection of Croydon Drive and 24 Avenue. Sgt. Duane Honeyman with Surrey RCMP said one of the patients suffered "potentially ...and more »

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