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Kamloops to use new zamboni technology on WHL rink

04-12-2017 23:51

The City of Kamloops says REALice technology will save it thousands in energy bills.

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Critics slam funeral home’s anti-fentanyl ad

04-12-2017 23:44 via globalnews.ca

A funeral company is taking heat for an ad aimed at preventing fentanyl deaths. BC’s coroner says it will drive addiction underground because of the stigma and people won’t get the help they need. A mother who lost two sons to the opioid crisis agrees. Robin Gill reports.

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The Salvation Army’s annual Santa Shuffle sets new record.

04-12-2017 23:30 via globalnews.ca

A record 550 participants turned out for the Salvation Army's annual Santa Shuffle on Saturday.

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Kinder Morgan complains about Trans Mountain permit issues at NEB hearing

04-12-2017 23:23 via globalnews.ca

A lawyer for Kinder Morgan Canada said political opposition to the Trans Mountain project in Burnaby, B.C. has "poisoned the well'' and disrupted the regulatory review process in the city.

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Province to create 3,800 new licensed child care spaces across B.C.

04-12-2017 23:15 via globalnews.ca

Children and Family Development Minister Katrine Conroy said Monday the new spaces will be part of 103 projects in 52 communities.

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Man wrongfully imprisoned for 27 years won’t get full $8M compensation: BC Court of Appeal

04-12-2017 23:10 via globalnews.ca

The court added that otherwise, it would be considered "double recovery,” which is not allowed.

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Counter Attack road checks begin in the Okanagan this week

04-12-2017 22:54 via globalnews.ca

Okanagan RCMP are reminding drivers that they will be out in force this holiday season.

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Wrongful conviction award for British Columbia man capped at $8 million - Times Colonist

04-12-2017 22:36

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Wrongful conviction award for British Columbia man capped at $8 million
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Ivan Henry, who was wrongfully convicted of sexual assault in 1983, leaves B.C. Supreme Court during a lunch break in Vancouver, B.C., on Monday August 31, 2015. The B.C. Court of Appeal has ruled the provincial government will not have to pay the full ...
Wrongful conviction damages capped at $8M for Ivan HenryCBC.caall 5 news articles »

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Indigenous leader and former Liberal minister appointed to review B.C. wildfire, flood responses

04-12-2017 22:34

A report with recommendations on the government's response to the disasters is due by April 30 from George Abbott and Indigenous leader Maureen Chapman.

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Truck slams into Highway 99 overpass, causing road closures

04-12-2017 22:28

Northbound traffic on Highway 99 is blocked, according to Drive B.C.

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Road closures in effect after Highway 99 incident

04-12-2017 22:28

Northbound traffic on Highway 99 is blocked, according to Drive BC.

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Car2go worldwide outage hits Vancouver during morning rush hour

04-12-2017 22:13

Locals who rely on car2go to get to work were left punching their smart phones in vain Monday morning due to a global outage of the car sharing service.

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B.C. Court of Appeal rules against wounded veterans’ lawsuit

04-12-2017 22:02 via globalnews.ca

The BC Court of Appeal ruling revolved around a 2006 decision to replace life-long disability pensions with one lump sum payment.

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Drivers keep hitting large rock in suburban Calgary parking lot

04-12-2017 21:45

There's a giant rock surrounded by yellow-painted curbs in a northwest Calgary parking lot and drivers can't seem to stop hitting it.

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After rash of post-op infections in Trail, Interior Health reviews surgical procedures

04-12-2017 21:44

A review into joint replacement surgeries begins Monday after six patients who had knee and hip replacements suffered post operative infections at the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital in Trail.

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Festive fun run celebrates Kamloops boy's legacy

04-12-2017 21:37

Payton Comazzetto created a fun, community-focused, holiday event in Kamloops in memory of her brother.

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Holiday Hostess Gifts

04-12-2017 21:32 via globalnews.ca

Lifestyle expert Tina Barkley shows Sam and Squire some interesting and unique hostess gifts you can give this holiday season

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Let the sunshine in: after non stop rain, South Coast to brighten up

04-12-2017 21:24

After some possible Monday afternoon showers, the sun could be out for at least a week — a big departure from November's never-ending rains.

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BC NDP announces review following devastating 2017 wildfire and flooding seasons

04-12-2017 21:14 via globalnews.ca

The report will examine “all aspects of the province’s response to the floods and wildfires of 2017,” including a review of the evacuation procedures in place.

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B.C. woman stranded in Bali now back home in Kelowna

04-12-2017 21:09

A Kelowna woman stuck in Bali during a volcano eruption has returned home following a three-day airport closure.

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Truck hits 152nd Street overpass

04-12-2017 20:58 via globalnews.ca

Mon. Dec. 4: A truck hit the 152nd overpass in Surrey on Monday morning, closing the road and causing a traffic headache for drivers.

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Crime Stoppers: Can you help solve the murder mystery of Regina Brazil?

04-12-2017 20:56 via globalnews.ca

Regina Brazil was a loving grandmother who was murdered in her own home.

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Salute To Vienna New Year’s Day Performance

04-12-2017 20:48 via globalnews.ca

Start the new year off with style by going to The Salute To Vienna New Year's Day Concert at The Orpheum Theatre!

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Crime Stoppers: Regina Brazil

04-12-2017 20:40 via globalnews.ca

Mon. Dec. 4: B.C. Crime Stopper is hoping the public can help solve the murder of Regina Brazil who was murdered in her own home.

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Actions of Canadian Hockey League have brought game to 'new low,' says players' union

04-12-2017 20:35

The Canadian Hockey League, this country's major junior league, has committed human rights violations by not paying its players, according to the World Association of Ice Hockey Players' Union.

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Province announces $33M to create 3,800 new child-care spaces

04-12-2017 20:31

NDP minister says new spaces will 'address years of pent-up demand for child care' in B.C.

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Truck hits 152nd Street overpass in Surrey, traffic being diverted

04-12-2017 20:11 via globalnews.ca

Drivers should avoid the area if possible.

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Vancouver Adaptive Snow Sports

04-12-2017 19:58 via globalnews.ca

VASS provides trained volunteers who are enthusiastic about sharing their love of skiing and boarder for people of all ages and disabilities.

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Search for missing plane near Revelstoke suspended

04-12-2017 19:58 via globalnews.ca

The search has been suspended for a light plane that disappeared over a week ago somewhere near Revelstoke B.C.

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Flair Airlines ditches carry-on fees — temporarily

04-12-2017 19:15 via globalnews.ca

Flair Airlines, a discount airline based in Kelowna, is waiving the fee for carry-on baggage. But only for a month.

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After 9 days, crews call off search for plane missing in B.C.

04-12-2017 18:55

The pilot and his passenger are still missing.

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Rock Ambleside music festival returning to West Vancouver

04-12-2017 18:31 via globalnews.ca

The classic rock festival will be held Aug. 17 to 19, and will feature 11 rock bands.

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Watch the 2017 Vancouver Santa Claus parade

04-12-2017 18:30 via globalnews.ca

If you could not make it out to the event, Global BC and BC1 will be airing the parade in a special.

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Shooting Ghosts with Finbarr O’Reilly

04-12-2017 17:44 via globalnews.ca

Vancouver-raised photographer and author Finbarr O’Reilly talks about being a photojournalist in combat zones.

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Get Connected

04-12-2017 17:18 via globalnews.ca

Andy Baryer of Get Connected Media with the top tech news stories of the day.

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Firefighters called to East Vancouver house fire

04-12-2017 17:14 via globalnews.ca

Firefighters were called around 3 a.m. to the home on Kingsway and Welwyn Street after someone spotted flames coming from the roof.

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Massive boulder crash spurs fears, forces Agassiz homeowners to evacuate

04-12-2017 16:56

Eight properties in Agassiz, B.C., have been evacuated because of concerns about the stability of the cliffs behind them after a massive boulder recently came tumbling down.

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Homes in Agassiz evacuated over concerns about stability of massive boulder

04-12-2017 16:56

Eight properties in Agassiz, B.C., have been evacuated due to concerns about the stability of a massive boulder.

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Homes in Agassiz evacuated after massive boulder crashes onto property

04-12-2017 16:56

Eight properties in Agassiz, B.C., have been evacuated because of concerns about the stability of the cliffs behind them after a massive boulder recently came tumbling down.

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'Thank you for listening': CBC Radio One's Rick Cluff retires from The Early Edition

04-12-2017 16:40

Cluff signs off from the hosting chair for the final time on Friday, Dec. 22, 2017.

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Vancouver pool users rally to save Lord Byng Pool

04-12-2017 14:58

West Point Grey residents sang and made speeches as they gathered in an effort to save their pool — Lord Byng — from being decommissioned.

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UBC physicist shares $3M prize for 'baby picture' of universe

04-12-2017 14:07

An astrophysicist at the University of British Columbia and 26 other researchers have been awarded $3 million US for the 2018 Breakthrough Prize in fundamental physics. They used a satellite used to take a 'baby picture' of the early universe using the heat leftover from the big bang.

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UBC astrophysicist shares $3M prize for 'baby picture' of universe

04-12-2017 14:07

An astrophysicist at the University of British Columbia and 26 other researchers have been awarded $3 million US for the 2018 Breakthrough Prize in fundamental physics. They used a satellite used to take a 'baby picture' of the early universe using the heat leftover from the big bang.

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B.C. court rules against injured veterans in fight for disability pensions

04-12-2017 13:39

The B.C. Court of Appeal has dealt a devastating blow to a group of injured veterans engaged in a landmark legal battle with the federal government.

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B.C. Court of Appeal to decide whether lawsuit over disability pensions can proceed

04-12-2017 13:39

The Trudeau government's treatment of injured veterans will be under the spotlight Monday when a B.C. court rules whether a landmark lawsuit filed by six disabled ex-soldiers can proceed.

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Four homes evacuated in Agassiz, B.C.

04-12-2017 12:32 via globalnews.ca

Four properties in Agassiz on the southeastern shore of Harrison Lake are evacuated

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B.C. dog rescue accused of failing to properly vet animals, people in pet adoptions

04-12-2017 11:00

Eight people have contacted CBC News to flag concerns about Vancouver-based Big and Small Rescue Society. They say the group does not conduct behavioural assessments on the dogs before putting them up for adoption, nor vet potential adopters or fosterers.

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Global News Hour at 6: Dec 3

04-12-2017 05:26 via globalnews.ca

Watch Global News Hour at 6 for Sunday, December 3, 2017. For the latest news and video, go to globalnews.ca/bc.

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UPDATE: Mt. Seymour missing skier found safe by North Shore Rescue

04-12-2017 04:53 via globalnews.ca

North Shore Rescue says a 21-year-old skier got lost on Mount Seymour Sunday evening.

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North Shore Rescue dispatched to Mt. Seymour for missing skier

04-12-2017 04:53 via globalnews.ca

North Shore Rescue says a 21-year-old skier got lost on Mount Seymour Sunday evening.

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