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HALLELUJAH: Rainfall expected across British Columbia this weekend - Daily Hive

20-08-2018 23:51

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HALLELUJAH: Rainfall expected across British Columbia this weekend
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There could be some relief on the way for the wildfires raging across the province as rain is expected to fall in several regions across BC this weekend. According to The Weather Network, there will be a 70% chance of rain on Saturday and Sunday in ...

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Beyond a teardown: Charred remains of Vancouver home on the market for $3.9 million

20-08-2018 23:35 via globalnews.ca

A legal notice from the City of Vancouver dated August 17 ordered the owner to "remove this accumulation of rubbish and discarded materials."

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'We're seeing a spike in violence across our country': Vancouver police chief on gun violence

20-08-2018 23:17 via cbc.ca

Amid growing gun violence in B.C. and across Canada — including the recent shootings in Toronto and Fredericton — police chiefs from around the country met to discuss gun control.

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Former BC premier Christy Clark calls Trans Mountain purchase the ‘second-worst solution’

20-08-2018 22:35 via globalnews.ca

Former B.C. premier Christy Clark says the only thing worse than the federal government preparing to buy the Trans Mountain pipeline would have been to let it go entirely.

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Urban fruit harvesters team up with food share network to provide hand-picked produce

20-08-2018 22:05 via cbc.ca

LifeCycles volunteers help provide Indigenous communities, seniors, schools, food banks and meal-and-hamper programs with local produce.

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'We have to start figuring out what a person can do': Temple Grandin on dealing with autism

20-08-2018 21:39 via cbc.ca

World-renowned animal scientist Temple Grandin was in Vancouver recently to give a talk at the Pacific National Exhibition about developing individuals with different minds, an event hosted by Autism B.C.

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Maritime firefighters to lend hand helping fight British Columbia wildfires - Globalnews.ca

20-08-2018 21:35

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Maritime firefighters to lend hand helping fight British Columbia wildfires
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21 Nova Scotia firefighters are heading to British Columbia to assist in wildfire fighting efforts. Dave Squires reports. X. - A A +. Listen. A crew of Nova Scotia firefighters is travelling to British Columbia on Monday while a contingent of New ...
Nova Scotia firefighters to help fight British Columbia wildfiresNational Postall 56 news articles »

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Fire crews tackle Cool Creek, Snowy Mountain fires from air as visibility clears

20-08-2018 21:31 via globalnews.ca

As the smoke starts to lift near Keremeos, fire crews can once again tackle flames from the air.

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IHIT announce charges in second degree murder of Aaliyah Rosa

20-08-2018 21:28 via globalnews.ca

At a press conference Monday, Cpl. Frank Jang of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team announces charges have been laid in the murder of 7-year-old Aaliyah Rosa against her mother, Kerryann Lewis.

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Research shows hotter weather is turbocharging wildfires in western United States

20-08-2018 20:44 via globalnews.ca

As human-caused climate change has warmed the world over the past 35 years, the land consumed by flames has more than doubled.

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Lost puppies found by B.C. fire crews

20-08-2018 20:35 via globalnews.ca

A crew of firefighters found a group of puppies on Sunday while returning from work battling a blaze in the North Okanagan.

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BC Wildfires: Lower Mainland reaches 10+ level of air quality rating

20-08-2018 20:32 via globalnews.ca

The air quality ratings are off the charts in Metro Vancouver today due to smoke from interior B.C. fires. Tanya Beja has advice from health officials.

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B.C. wildfires linked to rising lumber prices and rallying forest company shares

20-08-2018 20:31 via globalnews.ca

Lumber buyers appear to be worried about supply disruptions if this summer's B.C. wildfire toll is as severe as last season, market analyst says.

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Privacy commissioners roll out lesson plans teaching kids about online safety

20-08-2018 20:21 via cbc.ca

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for B.C. and counterparts across Canada have developed lesson plans for middle and high school students to learn how they can protect themselves online.

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Making ice-brewed berry coffee

20-08-2018 20:08 via globalnews.ca

Lailla Ahmed from Chez Christophe makes an ice-brew berry coffee, featured on the shop’s special menu for the Crave the Heights dining showcase.

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IHIT seek public’s assistance in Surrey homicide outside McDonald’s

20-08-2018 20:06 via globalnews.ca

One man has died after a fight in Surrey outside a McDonald’s restaurant near 96th Avenue and 128th Street. IHIT is looking for eyewitnesses or video surveillance from the community.

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Parts of Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley hit 10-plus ‘very high risk’ air-quality rating

20-08-2018 19:22 via globalnews.ca

On Monday morning, the northeast and northwest parts of Metro Vancouver, and the eastern Fraser Valley had an Air Quality Health Index rating of 10-plus, which is classified as a very high risk.

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Liberals scrap controversial family reunification lottery, accepting more applications

20-08-2018 19:08 via cbc.ca

The Liberal government is scrapping its controversial lottery system for reuniting immigrant families and reverting back to a first-come, first-served system following backlash from frustrated sponsors.

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B.C. firefighters save lost puppies

20-08-2018 18:49 via globalnews.ca

A group of firefighters found a group of puppies while returning from work battling a blaze in the North Okanagan.

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B.C. Wildfires 2018: Thick smoke grounds firefighting aircraft

20-08-2018 18:46 via cbc.ca

The thick smoke that's blanketed much of B.C. in recent days has forced some firefighting aircraft to ground and made it difficult to detect new wildfires, officials say.

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B.C. Wildfires 2018: Officials report headway on wildfires as thick smoke hangs over province

20-08-2018 18:46 via cbc.ca

With fewer lightning strikes over the weekend, crews fighting hundreds of wildfires in British Columbia could concentrate on some of the 54 blazes threatening people or property.

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Replacements for Greyhound starting to come forward in B.C.

20-08-2018 18:25 via globalnews.ca

Silver City Stagelines is planning to start service with a 12-person bus in the West Kootenay.

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Mother charged with 2nd-degree murder in death of Aaliyah Rosa, 7

20-08-2018 18:12 via cbc.ca

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team said Kerryann Lewis was charged Aug. 17 in the death of her daughter, Aaliyah Rosa.

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Mother of 7-year-old Aaliyah Rosa charged with 2nd-degree murder

20-08-2018 18:07 via globalnews.ca

Aaliyah Rosa was found dead in a Langley condo last month.

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British Columbia wildfires: Smoky skies in western Canada - BBC News

20-08-2018 17:57

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British Columbia wildfires: Smoky skies in western Canada
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Smoke from wildfires in British Columbia (BC) has made the air quality in parts of the Canadian province among the worst in the world. Swaths of western Canada have been blanketed by a smoky haze from over 550 fires burning across the west coast ...
Air quality alert issued for swath of Minnesota due to British Columbia wildfiresGrand Forks Heraldall 646 news articles »

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Bird festival debuts in Vancouver as international congress takes flight

20-08-2018 17:56 via cbc.ca

A parade Monday marks the launch of the 27th International Ornithological Congress and the inaugural Vancouver International Bird Festival.

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Semi rollover partially shuts down Sea to Sky Highway south of Squamish

20-08-2018 17:04 via cbc.ca

DriveBC says one lane is open southbound.

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Money laundering report author Peter German’s connection to casino executive

20-08-2018 17:00 via globalnews.ca

In this Global News extended Interview, Peter German discusses why casino operators were “unwitting” participants of money laundering and whether he spoke to Great Canadian Executive Walter Soo.

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Police identify man killed in Surrey assault

20-08-2018 16:38 via cbc.ca

The Lower Mainland's Integrated Homicide Investigation Team confirmed Surrey resident Lakhwinder Singh Bal, 48, as the victim.

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Man killed in Surrey assault

20-08-2018 16:38 via cbc.ca

Officers were at the scene early Monday of an assault that left a man dead.

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Air quality plummets in Metro Vancouver as wildfire smoke blankets South Coast

20-08-2018 16:02 via cbc.ca

More smoky, hazy air blanketed much of the province Monday as hundreds of wildfires continued to rage across British Columbia.

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Air quality plummets across B.C. as wildfire smoke blankets province

20-08-2018 16:02 via cbc.ca

More smoky, hazy air is expected to blanket much of the province today as nearly 600 wildfires continue to rage across British Columbia.

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'It's absolutely electric': Dota 2's The International brings elite esports spectacle to Vancouver

20-08-2018 16:00 via cbc.ca

"The only thing you can really hear is the vibration of the crowd."

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CANEX Metals Commences Exploration Program on British Columbia Property Portfolio Recently Optioned from Altius ... - Junior Mining Network

20-08-2018 15:57

CANEX Metals Commences Exploration Program on British Columbia Property Portfolio Recently Optioned from Altius ...
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Calgary, Alberta (FSCwire) - CANEX Metals Inc. (“CANEX” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce a 3-person field crew has commenced surface exploration work on select properties in British Columbia recently optioned from Altius Minerals Corp ...and more »

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Does Canada need a national wildfire strategy?

20-08-2018 15:23 via globalnews.ca

The Panel talks the wildfires in B.C. and if buying pot online will jeopardize your privacy

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Exclusive: Peter German denies conflict in B.C. casino probe despite sitting on board with casino executive

20-08-2018 15:00 via globalnews.ca

But there was no conflict, German said in an exclusive interview with Global News, despite his decision not to interview Walter Soo, the man who built River Rock’s extremely profitable VIP betting business.

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Minister Joly in British Columbia to talk tourism and middle-class jobs - Canada NewsWire (press release)

20-08-2018 14:03

Minister Joly in British Columbia to talk tourism and middle-class jobs
Canada NewsWire (press release)
The tourism industry accounts for over 300,000 direct and indirect jobs in British Columbia. OTTAWA, Aug. 20, 2018 /CNW/ - Tourism brings prosperity and good middle-class jobs to communities in British Columbia and across Canada. That's why the visitor ...and more »

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The Ruins of British Columbia - TheTyee.ca

20-08-2018 13:17

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The Ruins of British Columbia
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From an old lighthouse to an abandoned factory reclaimed by the forest, short documentary series “Relics: A Story of Forgotten Places” takes viewers to sites across B.C. that are rich with history, but are now forgotten. You can check out episode three ...

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Surrey assault now a murder investigation

20-08-2018 11:13 via globalnews.ca

RCMP responded to the 12900 block of 96th Avenue at around 9 p.m. Sunday after multiple calls reporting a fight.

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Serious assault in Surrey sends one man to hospital

20-08-2018 11:13 via globalnews.ca

RCMP responded to the 12900 block of 96th Avenue at around 9 p.m. Sunday after multiple calls reporting a fight.

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Air quality deteriorates as wildfire smoke blankets B.C

20-08-2018 03:57 via globalnews.ca

Heavy smoke from the wildfires is blanketing most of British Columbia causing the air quality to deteriorate, cancelling sporting events and affecting air travel. Jill Bennett reports.

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Wildfire threat puts thousands across B.C. under evacuation orders and alerts

20-08-2018 03:54 via globalnews.ca

Hundreds of wildfires burning across the province are threatening thousands of homes. Almost 3,000 properties are on evacuation order while another 11,000 tonight are on alert. Tanya Beja reports.

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Vancouver firefighter goes beyond the call of duty while on vacation in France

20-08-2018 03:54 via globalnews.ca

A Vancouver firefighter on vacation in France had to jump into action when the Paris hotel he was staying caught on fire. Neetu Garcha has the story.

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NSR warns hikers rescue operations could be delayed because there are no available helicopters

20-08-2018 03:53 via globalnews.ca

North Shore Rescue warning hikers that crews don’t have access to a helicopter as all available aircraft are being used to fight wildfires in British Columbia.

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Heavy smoke and poor air quality force cancellation of two Okanagan triathlons

20-08-2018 03:11 via cbc.ca

Officials say two triathlons in the Central Okanagan have been cancelled due to heavy smoke and poor air quality from wildfires burning throughout the province.

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Nanaimo tent city rally draws supporters, foes, but Soldiers of Odin a no-show

20-08-2018 02:46 via globalnews.ca

Supporters of the camp organized an emergency counter-rally after the group posted on social media that it planned to clear the camp.

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Anti-pipeline protesters released days before week-long jail sentence ends

20-08-2018 02:31 via cbc.ca

Seven protesters were sentenced to a week-long jail term on August 15, after pleading guilty to contempt charges in B.C. Supreme Court.

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Infant among 4 people hospitalized in Langley crash

20-08-2018 02:30 via globalnews.ca

One of the injured was an infant, who was airlifted to B.C. Children's Hospital in Vancouver.

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'Mountains don't discriminate': Climber's death underscores scrambling danger

20-08-2018 01:17 via cbc.ca

On Aug. 11, Harold 'Happy' Alfano spent the day with his friend Catlin Hannah, poring over maps and making plans for Hannah's scrambling route the next day. That was the last time Alfano ever saw his climbing partner.

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Fast food chains look to capitalize on vegetarian, vegan trend with new items

20-08-2018 01:15 via cbc.ca

The once meat-dominated world of fast-food and casual restaurants is starting to cater to the one-in-ten Canadian diners who identify as vegetarian or vegan.

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