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Alberta mom frustrated her breastfeeding infant needed paid ticket for show

15-01-2019 23:33 via globalnews.ca

Preventing a woman from bringing her breastfeeding infant to a show could be grounds for discrimination on the basis of sex, Margot Young, a professor with the Allard School of Law at the University of British Columbia, said.

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The Illusionists

15-01-2019 23:22 via globalnews.ca

Sonia Sunger chats with Canadian illusionist Darcy Oake about his upcoming shows in Vancouver.

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Vernon parents line up overnight to secure their children a spot in French immersion

15-01-2019 23:07 via globalnews.ca

Parents came prepared with camping chairs, sleeping bags, tents and portable campfires, forming a line that stretched around the building.

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Canadian sentenced to death in China previously warned by B.C. judge to change his ways

15-01-2019 22:58 via globalnews.ca

Years before being sentenced to death by a Chinese court for drug smuggling, a B.C. Supreme Court judge warned Robert Lloyd Schellenberg to change his ways.

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Man found dead following 911 report of shooting in Cache Creek

15-01-2019 22:47 via cbc.ca

A man has been found dead in a home in Cache Creek.

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North Shore Rescue called to Dog Mountain trail for medical rescue

15-01-2019 22:38 via globalnews.ca

North Shore Rescue has been called to Dog Mountain to help a hiker in distress.

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ICBC changes its handling of injury settlements

15-01-2019 22:14 via globalnews.ca

ICBC is changing the way it handles injury settlements. It is revoking previous settlement offers and is now considering payments based on new criteria. Personal injury lawyer Joe Murphy joins Sonia Sunger to discuss what the changes could mean for drivers.

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'We need to work together': Former Wet'suwet'en elected chief on moving on from pipeline protests

15-01-2019 21:56 via cbc.ca

An Indigenous LNG advocate and former elected chief is raising concerns about the narrative around the recent pipeline protests in Northern B.C. and opposition to an LNG project on Wet'suwet'en traditional territory.

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RCMP investigate fatal shooting in Cache Creek

15-01-2019 21:48 via globalnews.ca

Police say a shooting took place Monday evening in the small village of 1,000.

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As Gartner INC (IT) Shares Declined, Shareholder British Columbia Investment Management Corp Increased by $4.82 Million Its Stake - Z Tribune

15-01-2019 21:44 via ztribune.com

As Gartner INC (IT) Shares Declined, Shareholder British Columbia Investment Management Corp Increased by $4.82 Million Its Stake Z TribuneBig Money Sentiment decreased to 0.84 in Q3 2018. It has change of 0.15, from 2018Q2's 0.99. The ratio turned negative due to IT positioning: 39 sold and 136.

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Stress test to blame as B.C. home sales decline 25% in 2018, BCREA says

15-01-2019 21:36 via cbc.ca

The province is now below the 10-year average for units sold.

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New surgery wait time numbers released

15-01-2019 21:33 via globalnews.ca

The B.C. Anesthesiologists’ Society says surgical waiting lists have increased to more than 85,000 patients.

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Svend Robinson announces return to politics

15-01-2019 21:19 via globalnews.ca

Former New Democrat MP Svend Robinson is attempting a political comeback, nearly 15 years after his theft of an expensive diamond ring brought an end to his decades-long career.

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Gabriel Klein found fit to stand trial

15-01-2019 21:10 via globalnews.ca

Klein is charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault in connection with the 2016 attack that killed 13-year-old Letisha Reimer. Neetu Garcha has more on today’s proceedings.

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B.C. surgery wait list has grown faster than population: report

15-01-2019 20:57 via globalnews.ca

Anesthesiologists in British Columbia say the waiting list for medically necessary surgeries has grown to more than 85,000 patients.

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It's official: Svend Robinson is attempting another political comeback

15-01-2019 20:55 via cbc.ca

The former MP announced Tuesday morning that he will run as a New Democrat in Burnaby North-Seymour in the 2019 election.

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Jury begins deliberations in Monica Jack murder trial

15-01-2019 20:47 via cbc.ca

Jurors have begun deliberations after the trial of a man accused of killing a 12-year-old girl in British Columbia more than 40 years ago. Nine men and three women will decide the fate of Garry Handlen, who pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder.

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Getting ahead of wildfires: controlled burns underway in Jasper National Park

15-01-2019 20:30 via cbc.ca

Dead or dying trees are being removed in both the Jasper townsite as well as from some areas within Jasper National Park. The trees being removed are often damaged by pine beetles and the dry bark can present a risk if a wildfire ever happens.

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Surgery wait lists in B.C. grow larger than population of some cities, report says

15-01-2019 19:59 via cbc.ca

Wait times for surgery in B.C. have tripled since 2002, say the province's anesthesiologists, who are urging more collaboration between the government, political parties and health authorities to solve the issue.

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Record-Breaking Gold Hit in Southern British Columbia - Stockhouse

15-01-2019 19:27 via stockhouse.com

Record-Breaking Gold Hit in Southern British Columbia StockhouseXimen Mining reports “129 g/t gold and 1,154 g/t silver over 7.28 meter core length“ SB1.jpg. Full size / Hole COD18-67 intersected the highest gold-silver ...

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Controlled Avalanche Sends Snow Tumbling Towards Highway in British Columbia - AOL Travel UK

15-01-2019 19:19 via aol.co.uk

Controlled Avalanche Sends Snow Tumbling Towards Highway in British Columbia AOL Travel UKControlled avalanches in Field, British Columbia, delayed Leslie Lukan for about 90 minutes while she traveled towards Lake Louise on January 15.

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Two children believed to be driving to from Alberta to British Columbia found ‘safe and well’ - Toronto Star

15-01-2019 18:51 via thestar.com

Two children believed to be driving to from Alberta to British Columbia found ‘safe and well’ Toronto StarTwo 12-year-olds have been found safe in Airdrie, Alta. after police said they took a family vehicle and were thought to be driving to B.C..

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Woman dies after SUV crashes head on with fuel tanker

15-01-2019 18:30 via cbc.ca

The crash happened Monday evening on Highway 16, 10 kilometres east of Vanderhoof, B.C.

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West Fraser announces temporary production curtailments in British Columbia, Canada - Lesprom Network

15-01-2019 18:05 via lesprom.com

West Fraser announces temporary production curtailments in British Columbia, Canada Lesprom NetworkWest Fraser announced temporary curtailments of approximately three weeks of production throughout the 1Q 2019 at each of three British Columbia, Canada, ...

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Heavy vessel swept ashore in Cadboro Bay during windstorm defies removal efforts

15-01-2019 18:04 via cbc.ca

Residents of the Victoria-area community of Cadboro Bay are dealing with a very large reminder of December’s windstorm.

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Heavy vessel swept ashore in B.C. bay during windstorm defies removal efforts

15-01-2019 18:04 via cbc.ca

Residents of the Victoria-area community of Cadboro Bay are dealing with a very large reminder of December’s windstorm.

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Two children believed driving to British Columbia found safe near Calgary - The Province

15-01-2019 18:03 via theprovince.com

Two children believed driving to British Columbia found safe near Calgary The ProvinceINNISFAIL, Alta. — Police in Alberta say two 12-year-olds who took a family vehicle and were believed to be heading for British Columbia have been located.

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Deep Cove residents voice concern over long-term 'live-aboards'

15-01-2019 17:39 via cbc.ca

Some District of North Vancouver residents count Deep Cove Bay among troubled waters, on account of persistent issues with "live-aboards," abandoned boats, environmental and dock issues, and garbage.

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Deep Cove residents concerned about impact of long-term 'live-aboards'

15-01-2019 17:39 via cbc.ca

Some District of North Vancouver residents count Deep Cove Bay among troubled waters, on account of persistent issues with "live-aboards," abandoned boats, environmental and dock issues, and garbage.

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EPS for Primerica, Inc. (PRI) Expected At $1.90; British Columbia Investment Management Has Trimmed Republic Svcs (RSG) Holding - The Hi New Ulm

15-01-2019 17:16 via hinewulm.com

EPS for Primerica, Inc. (PRI) Expected At $1.90; British Columbia Investment Management Has Trimmed Republic Svcs (RSG) Holding The Hi New UlmAnalysts expect Primerica, Inc. (NYSE:PRI) to report $1.90 EPS on February, 6.They anticipate $0.30 EPS change or 18.75% from last quarter's $1.6 EPS.

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Analysts See $0.80 EPS for PJT Partners Inc. (PJT); British Columbia Investment Management Has Lifted Abiomed (ABMD) Stake - D Minute

15-01-2019 17:15 via dminute.com

Analysts See $0.80 EPS for PJT Partners Inc. (PJT); British Columbia Investment Management Has Lifted Abiomed (ABMD) Stake D MinuteAnalysts expect PJT Partners Inc. (NYSE:PJT) to report $0.80 EPS on February, 6.They anticipate $0.01 EPS change or 1.27% from last quarter's $0.79 EPS.

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British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Its Eaton Vance (EV) Position by $591,552; Blackstone Group L (BX) Stake Increased by Moody National Bank Trust Division - The FinExaminer

15-01-2019 17:14 via finexaminer.com

British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Its Eaton Vance (EV) Position by $591,552; Blackstone Group L (BX) Stake Increased by Moody National Bank Trust Division The FinExaminerBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Eaton Vance Corp (EV) by 30.1% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the ...

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British Columbia Investment Management Upped Its Position in Sysco (SYY) by $1.89 Million as Market Value Declined; Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank Has Trimmed Its Phillips 66 (PSX) Position by $1.66 Million as Stock Declined - The Moveefy

15-01-2019 17:10 via moveefy.com

British Columbia Investment Management Upped Its Position in Sysco (SYY) by $1.89 Million as Market Value Declined; Zurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank Has Trimmed Its Phillips 66 (PSX) Position by $1.66 Million as Stock Declined The MoveefyZurcher Kantonalbank Zurich Cantonalbank decreased its stake in Phillips 66 (PSX) by 13.47% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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British Parliament nears historic vote on Brexit - Columbia Valley Pioneer

15-01-2019 16:52 via columbiavalleypioneer.com

British Parliament nears historic vote on Brexit Columbia Valley PioneerParliament neared a historic vote Tuesday as British Prime Minister Theresa May lobbied vehemently for a positive verdict on her proposed divorce deal with the ...

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British Columbia Investment Management Has Boosted Us Bancorp Del (USB) Stake; Enerplus (ERF) Position Maintained by Sir Capital Management Lp - The FinHeadLines

15-01-2019 16:39 via finheadlines.com

British Columbia Investment Management Has Boosted Us Bancorp Del (USB) Stake; Enerplus (ERF) Position Maintained by Sir Capital Management Lp The FinHeadLinesSir Capital Management Lp increased its stake in Enerplus Corp (ERF) by 5.49% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC. Sir Capital ...

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Lear (LEA) Holder British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Its Stake as Market Valuation Declined; Sir Capital Management LP Has Lowered Its Williams Cos Del (WMB) Position by $11.76 Million as Share Price Declined - The FinExaminer

15-01-2019 16:36 via finexaminer.com

Lear (LEA) Holder British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Its Stake as Market Valuation Declined; Sir Capital Management LP Has Lowered Its Williams Cos Del (WMB) Position by $11.76 Million as Share Price Declined The FinExaminerBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Lear Corp (LEA) by 36.05% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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School board will assist PACs that lost thousands to theft

15-01-2019 16:25 via cbc.ca

The PACs at South Rutland Elementary in Kelowna and Glenrosa Elementary in West Kelowna reported that funds totalling more than $40,000 had been fraudulently removed from their respective accounts.

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Surrey needs 350 more cops, says anti-crime group Wake Up Surrey

15-01-2019 16:14 via globalnews.ca

Wake Up Surrey spokesperson Sukhi Sandhu said Surrey is lacking a significant number of police officers.

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Defending migrant workers in British Columbia - rabble.ca

15-01-2019 15:36 via rabble.ca

Defending migrant workers in British Columbia rabble.caNatalie Drolet is the executive director and staff lawyer for the Migrant Workers' Centre BC (MWC), a non-profit organization that provides free legal assistance to ...

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2018 was the worst year for Canada's housing market since 2012

15-01-2019 15:36 via cbc.ca

The average Canadian home sold in December cost $472,000, a figure that declined by almost five per cent in 2018.

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Two children believed driving to British Columbia found safe near Calgary - National Post

15-01-2019 15:19 via nationalpost.com

Two children believed driving to British Columbia found safe near Calgary National PostINNISFAIL, Alta. — Police in Alberta say two 12-year-olds who took a family vehicle and were believed to be heading for British Columbia have been located.

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UN committee warns that Site C dam may violate Indigenous rights agreement

15-01-2019 14:50 via cbc.ca

The UN's Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination says Canada may have already violated an agreement it signed 50 years ago. That agreement commits Canada to prevent development on Indigenous land without adequate consultation.

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2 missing Alberta children who took off in family car found by RCMP

15-01-2019 14:03 via cbc.ca

Two 12-year-olds reported missing on Monday were found in Airdrie, Alta., on Tuesday morning.

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British Columbia "Employer Health Tax" Now In Effect - Employment and HR - Canada - Mondaq News Alerts

15-01-2019 13:58 via mondaq.com

British Columbia "Employer Health Tax" Now In Effect - Employment and HR - Canada Mondaq News AlertsMSP premiums were reduced by 50% on January 1, 2018, and will be completely eliminated by 2020. Canada Employment and HR McCarthy Tétrault LLP 15 ...

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Fire tears through East Vancouver scrap yard

15-01-2019 13:19 via cbc.ca

Vancouver Fire Rescue said the fire caused several explosions, which were believed to be propane tanks, at a recycling centre on Triumph Street Monday night.

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Why Metro Vancouver is unlikely to reduce its 21 municipalities anytime soon

15-01-2019 13:00 via cbc.ca

If you've lived in B.C. your entire life, you take this for granted. But in the rest of the country, highly populated areas have always been comprised of one dominant city or have been merged into one at some point in the last century.

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Got rats? SPCA says deal with them humanely, use next generation rat trap

15-01-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca

It's a frightful reality: Metro Vancouver is teeming with rats. And when the region has a rat problem, so do its residents.

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China issues travel warning for Canada as diplomatic tensions mount

15-01-2019 11:58 via cbc.ca

China blasted Canada for "irresponsible" remarks after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused the country of "arbitrarily" sentencing a Canadian to death for drug smuggling, aggravating already icy relations.

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More than 100 First Nations could purchase the Trans Mountain expansion pipeline

15-01-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

Indigenous leaders will debate this week which financial model is ideal if they are able to purchase the Trans Mountain expansion pipeline project.

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Cabinet shuffle shows reconciliation dropping in priority for Trudeau, say Indigenous advocates

15-01-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's decision to break up the "dream team" that was leading the work of mending Canada's relationship with Indigenous Peoples is triggering concerns Ottawa is pulling back on its reconciliation agenda.

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