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Eric Chapman

25-02-2019 23:50 via globalnews.ca

Eric Chapman is a contributor on The Lynda Steele Show.

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Federal byelections being held in BC, Ontario, Quebec

25-02-2019 23:38 via globalnews.ca

Voters in three key ridings in Canada headed to the polls on Monday. The byelection results in Burnaby South, Outrement, and York-Simcoe will set the tone for the October federal election. And as Robin Gill reports, it will be a test for the leaders of all the major parties.

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Charges announced after Kelowna RCMP make large fentanyl and cocaine drug bust

25-02-2019 23:31 via cbc.ca

Kelowna RCMP say prosecutors have approved charges against two Okanagan residents following a large drug seizure at a Kelowna home.

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Canucks make a pair of trade deadline deals

25-02-2019 23:27 via globalnews.ca

The Vancouver Canucks made a pair of moves ahead of the NHL trade deadline, the most notable of which shipped out defenceman Erik Gudbranson to the Pittsburgh Penguins for forward Tanner Pearson.

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Canucks deal Erik Gudbranson to Penguins for Tanner Pearson

25-02-2019 22:34 via cbc.ca

The Vancouver Canucks have traded defenceman Erik Gudbranson to the Pittsburgh Penguins for winger Tanner Pearson.

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Man dead in officer-involved shooting at New Westminster mall

25-02-2019 22:16 via cbc.ca

A man is dead following a police-involved shooting at a mall in New Westminster.

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Ctrip Com Intl LTD (CTRP) Share Price Declined While British Columbia Investment Management Has Increased Stake; As Ctrip Com Intl LTD (Put) (CTRP) Share Value Declined, Equitec Specialists Raised Stake by $6.63 Million - The FinHeadLines

25-02-2019 22:16

Ctrip Com Intl LTD (CTRP) Share Price Declined While British Columbia Investment Management Has Increased Stake; As Ctrip Com Intl LTD (Put) (CTRP) Share Value Declined, Equitec Specialists Raised Stake by $6.63 Million The FinHeadLinesBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Ctrip Com Intl Ltd (CTRP) by 4.56% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the ...

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Human remains found after cabin fire near Tofino, police say

25-02-2019 21:40 via cbc.ca

Police are investigating a cabin fire on Warn Bay, near Tofino, where human remains were discovered.

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Union Pac (UNP) Holder British Columbia Investment Management Trimmed Holding as Market Value Declined; As New York Times Co (Put) (NYT) Shares Rose, Shareholder Equitec Specialists Cut Its Position by $317,400 - The FinExaminer

25-02-2019 21:39

Union Pac (UNP) Holder British Columbia Investment Management Trimmed Holding as Market Value Declined; As New York Times Co (Put) (NYT) Shares Rose, Shareholder Equitec Specialists Cut Its Position by $317,400 The FinExaminerBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Union Pac Corp (UNP) by 19.73% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the ...

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First-of-its-kind registry in B.C. targets under-the-radar condo flippers

25-02-2019 20:33 via cbc.ca

The British Columbia government says it has launched Canada's first registry aimed at cracking down on pre-sale property flipping and tax evasion in B.C.'s real estate market.

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'It's very easy to hide': North Vancouver student pushes for support to help teens quit vaping

25-02-2019 20:11 via cbc.ca

Vaping was originally touted to smokers as a safer alternative to cigarettes, but for some teens it's becoming a new addiction.

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Shock of federal mortgage stress test now behind BC housing market: BCREA

25-02-2019 20:07 via globalnews.ca

Housing demand to pick up in the next two years, according to BCREA's chief economist, Cameron Muir.

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James Murray

25-02-2019 20:00 via globalnews.ca

James is a Technical Producer for 980 CKNW.

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Victoria mayor coming to tour Alberta oilsands with ‘open mind’

25-02-2019 19:46 via globalnews.ca

Victoria's mayor says she is coming to visit Alberta's oilsands in April with an 'open mind' and to learn more about her neighbouring province's environmental stewardship.

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Metro Vancouver continues to shiver through near-record low temperatures

25-02-2019 19:33 via globalnews.ca

Madryga says the cold temperatures will continue for several more weeks.

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Accessibility in the digital age: Okanagan parent voices concern

25-02-2019 19:28 via globalnews.ca

A blind Okanagan parent is speaking out after School District 23 introduced an app that he says makes it difficult for him to report his daughters' absences from class.

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NHL Trading Deadline Day

25-02-2019 18:26 via globalnews.ca

Squire Barnes looks ahead to any deals the Canucks might swing ahead of the NHL’s Trading Deadline, and breaks down all some of the other star players that might be on the move.

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Federal byelections primer: Jagmeet Singh’s NDP vying for crucial Quebec, B.C. ridings

25-02-2019 18:22 via globalnews.ca

Here's a look at what the parties are hoping to gain (and what they have to lose).

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Parkhurst Ghost Town – Whistler, British Columbia - Atlas Obscura

25-02-2019 18:01

Parkhurst Ghost Town – Whistler, British Columbia Atlas ObscuraDiscover Parkhurst Ghost Town in Whistler, British Columbia: An abandoned logging settlement nestled in the woods near a popular ski town.

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Vitamin Supplements

25-02-2019 17:43 via globalnews.ca

London Drugs Pharmacist Gianni Del Negro explains what the best vitamin supplements people should take.

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Kanawha Capital Management Raised Its At&T (T) Holding; British Columbia Investment Management Has Decreased Enbridge (ENB) Holding By $1.30 Million - Standard Recorder

25-02-2019 17:43

Kanawha Capital Management Raised Its At&T (T) Holding; British Columbia Investment Management Has Decreased Enbridge (ENB) Holding By $1.30 Million Standard RecorderKanawha Capital Management Llc increased At&T (T) stake by 5.05% reported in 2018Q3 SEC filing. Kanawha Capital Management Llc acquired 10259 shares ...

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Howland Capital Management Decreased Abbvie (ABBV) Holding; British Columbia Investment Management Has Lifted Alibaba Group Hldg LTD (BABA) Position - The Moveefy

25-02-2019 17:42

Howland Capital Management Decreased Abbvie (ABBV) Holding; British Columbia Investment Management Has Lifted Alibaba Group Hldg LTD (BABA) Position The MoveefyHowland Capital Management Llc decreased Abbvie Inc (ABBV) stake by 20% reported in 2018Q3 SEC filing. Howland Capital Management Llc sold 6606 ...

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6 arrested at Maple Ridge homeless camp

25-02-2019 16:40 via cbc.ca

Fire department officials and city bylaw officers also seized several propane tanks, barbecues and heaters over the weekend.

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Trudeau government clears Wilson-Raybould to give details to Commons committee on SNC-Lavalin

25-02-2019 15:46 via cbc.ca

The Trudeau government tonight issued a sweeping waiver allowing former justice minister Jody Wilson-Raybould to tell the Commons justice committee details of her conversations with government officials about the SNC-Lavalin affair.

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Wind Warning for much of B.C.’s South Coast

25-02-2019 15:09 via globalnews.ca

Winds will stay brisk Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning

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Fatal police-involved shooting in New Westminster

25-02-2019 14:01 via globalnews.ca

The BC Coroners Service is also investigating the case.

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Take me out to the Round-Up, where baseball and comfort food combine

25-02-2019 13:00 via cbc.ca

If you want to know Surrey, lunch at one of the oldest restaurants in the city is a great place to start.

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British Columbia Proves Being Magnet for Breathtaking Lottery Cash Windfall Once Again - Best Casinos Canada

25-02-2019 12:22

British Columbia Proves Being Magnet for Breathtaking Lottery Cash Windfall Once Again Best Casinos CanadaBCLC revealed CA$25.9-million windfall could soon be in the hands of one fortunate player who purchased Lotto MAX ticket in the Fraser-Nicola region.

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Some B.C. residents among those affected by stolen N.W.T. laptop, documents show

25-02-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca

The N.W.T. government told the public that about 33,000 N.W.T. residents were affected by the stolen laptop health data breach last summer. Here’s what they didn’t tell you.

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Oak Bay's desire for revitalization clashes with neighbourhood opposed to a 4-storey apartment

25-02-2019 12:00 via cbc.ca

At issue is a proposed 96 units of purpose-built rental housing by the Oak Bay United Church. It would be on the land it owns adjacent to the church, with most units priced below market rates, with a plan formally submitted in August 2018.

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How to explore Vancouver, British Columbia - National Geographic

25-02-2019 12:00

How to explore Vancouver, British Columbia National GeographicNestled amid mountains cascading into Pacific waters and sea lines crashing into cedar forests, Vancouver is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, seafaring foodies, ...

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British Columbia Investment Management Position in Oracle (ORCL) Has Trimmed by $17.29 Million as Valuation Declined; As American Airls Group (AAL) Stock Value Declined, Goodhaven Capital Management Lifted Stake by $918,400 - EN Digest

25-02-2019 11:31

British Columbia Investment Management Position in Oracle (ORCL) Has Trimmed by $17.29 Million as Valuation Declined; As American Airls Group (AAL) Stock Value Declined, Goodhaven Capital Management Lifted Stake by $918,400 EN DigestBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Oracle Corp (ORCL) by 23.35% based on its latest 2018Q3 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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What's at stake for RCMP, prosecutors in the SNC-Lavalin case

25-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

The political storm over SNC-Lavalin has sparked important debate over alleged political interference in Canada’s justice system, but beyond that, millions have been spent in investigating the company's overseas record, with no Canadian convictions.

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What to look for in today's byelections

25-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

Today the NDP will learn if their federal leader will get a seat in the House of Commons after months of delay — while the other parties are looking for results that will be clues to potential successes in October's general election.

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Indigenous youth, elders to live together in new Kamloops, B.C. housing project

25-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

A new project in Kamloops, B.C. will see Indigenous youth who have aged out of foster care living with elders together in a 31-unit condo building. Kamloops saw its homelessness rate nearly double between 2018 and 2018.

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I almost said 'no' to vaccinating my son. My doctor took the time to change that

25-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

By the time I saw my doctor for my two-month-old's shots, I was crawling with anxiety. Hesitantly, I managed to say "I believe in vaccines. I know they work. But I'm very scared right now. What happens if...something happens?"

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Clearing Phoenix pay backlog could take up to 5 years

25-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

As the federal government forges ahead to replace the Phoenix payroll system, internal government documents obtained by CBC News say clearing the backlog is at least three to five years away, and "overall stability" won't be achieved for 10 or more years.

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Best Oscars moments: Spike Lee's delight, Lady Gaga's sultry Shallow

25-02-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

This year's Oscars delivered many expected wins, but there were also surprises, fiery speeches and one truly smouldering performance. Here are some standout moments.

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What's in store for byelections in B.C., Quebec and Ontario - Yahoo News

25-02-2019 09:00

What's in store for byelections in B.C., Quebec and Ontario Yahoo NewsNDP leader Jagmeet Singh is fighting for a seat in the House of Commons, but so are several other candidates across Canada.

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Measles has been confirmed in British Columbia and Alberta - Energeticcity.ca

25-02-2019 09:00

Measles has been confirmed in British Columbia and Alberta Energeticcity.caEDMONTON, AB /VANCOUVER, B.C. – The Alberta Health Services (AHS) and B.C. Centre of Disease Control (BCCDC) have both confirmed cases of Measles.

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Hotel Equities To Operate New Dual-branded Marriott Hotel In British Columbia - Hospitality Net

25-02-2019 09:00

Hotel Equities To Operate New Dual-branded Marriott Hotel In British Columbia Hospitality NetToday, Atlanta-based hotel owner, operator and developer, Hotel Equities (HE), announced they have been selected as the management firm for the 258-room ...

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Vancouver animators among Oscar winners as Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse wins best animation

25-02-2019 07:52 via cbc.ca

A team of talented animators from Vancouver were among the list of Oscar winners at the 91st Academy Awards on Sunday in Los Angeles.

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WHL Roundup: Sunday, February 24, 2019

25-02-2019 04:44 via globalnews.ca

MOOSE JAW, Sask. - Justin Almeida had a goal and three assists as the Moose Jaw Warriors picked up their third straight win by downing the Kootenay Ice 5-1 on Sunday in Western Hockey League play.

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B.C. evening weather forecast: Feb 24

25-02-2019 04:04 via globalnews.ca

The Sunday, February 24, 2019 evening weather forecast for Metro Vancouver and British Columbia.

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Richmond mother launches petition to expand lunch periods at child’s school

25-02-2019 04:00 via globalnews.ca

A mother in Richmond says her child’s school split lunchtime into two periods, leaving only minutes for kids to each their lunch. Grace Ke reports.

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Richmond family thanks firefighters who saved their children 15 years ago

25-02-2019 04:00 via globalnews.ca

It was an emotional day in Richmond as a family finally met with the firefighters who saved their young children after their home caught fire in 2004. Jill Bennett reports in this Global News exclusive.

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What to watch for in Burnaby South byelection

25-02-2019 03:57 via globalnews.ca

Keith Baldrey breaks down what to look out for in Monday’s byelection in Burnaby South, where the future of Jagmeet Singh’s leadership of the federal NDP hangs in the balance.

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Downtown Vancouver to revive scramble crosswalks

25-02-2019 03:57 via globalnews.ca

The City of Vancouver is bringing back scramble crosswalks to increase pedestrian safety as part of the multi-million dollar expansion of the Robson Plaza public space. Kristen Robinson reports.

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Residents of Maple Ridge homeless camp arrested as RCMP enforce court injunction

25-02-2019 03:55 via globalnews.ca

The weekend has seen clashes outside the Anita's Place camp as police and the city seek to address safety concerns.

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Richmond mother launches petition to extend school lunch periods

25-02-2019 03:44 via globalnews.ca

Judie Schneider says that by the time her son comes in from playtime, washes his hands and grabs his lunch,R he has about 17 minutes to eat.

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