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Sleeping Oak Bay senior startled awake by thief in her care centre suite

12-03-2019 23:47 via cbc.ca

A woman entered an Oak Bay, B.C., senior's care centre on Friday and stole a money, a passport and a purse from a resident while she was napping, according to police

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Haida Gwaii in British Columbia | Explore | Awesome Activities & Fun Facts - CBC.ca

12-03-2019 23:35

Haida Gwaii in British Columbia | Explore | Awesome Activities & Fun Facts CBC.caHaida Gwaii is a remote group of islands off the coast of British Columbia that is the ancestral home of the Haida First Nation.

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Victoria woman campaigns for canine blood donations, awareness

12-03-2019 23:34 via globalnews.ca

"You really don't know about the need until you're going through something like this, unfortunately," Kimberly Tamblyn said.

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News - USS Zumwalt arrives in British Columbia - DVIDS

12-03-2019 23:17

News - USS Zumwalt arrives in British Columbia DVIDSESQUIMALT, British Columbia – The namesake of the U.S. Navy's newest class of guided-missile destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000), arrived in Esquimalt, ...

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‘You need to feel it’s safe’: B.C. dad shells out hundreds to rebook daughter’s flight off Boeing 737 MAX 8

12-03-2019 23:07 via globalnews.ca

Grayden Flanagan said Air Canada wanted to charge him $1,500 to rebook his daughter's flight from Palm Springs, Calif., to Montreal.

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UN team devastated by deaths of 4 young environmentalists killed in Ethiopian Airlines crash

12-03-2019 23:05 via cbc.ca

A group of four young Canadians hoping to change the world were among those killed in the Ethiopian Airlines crash over the weekend, leaving a “gaping hole” in their United Nations team.

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British Columbia Investment Management Continues to Hold Position in Anadarko Pete (APC); As Clovis Oncology (Call) (CLVS) Share Value Rose, Shareholder Kingdon Capital Management Has Decreased Its Stake - The FinHeadLines

12-03-2019 22:44

British Columbia Investment Management Continues to Hold Position in Anadarko Pete (APC); As Clovis Oncology (Call) (CLVS) Share Value Rose, Shareholder Kingdon Capital Management Has Decreased Its Stake The FinHeadLinesBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Anadarko Pete Corp (APC) by 13.28% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the ...

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West Kelowna hotel back to normal after hazardous chemical evacuation

12-03-2019 22:39 via globalnews.ca

An accidental mixture of acid and chlorine resulted in a Kelowna hotel being evacuated on Monday.

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Over 11% of Vancouver condos have a non-resident owner, says new CMHC report

12-03-2019 22:05 via cbc.ca

A new CMHC report says non-residents — defined as someone who doesn't have their principal residence in Canada — also prefer to own newer, more expensive properties.

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ZAGG (ZAGG) Reaches $10.83 After 6.00% Up Move; British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Hartford Finl Svcs Group (HIG) Holding By $1.97 Million - The FinHeadLines

12-03-2019 22:04

ZAGG (ZAGG) Reaches $10.83 After 6.00% Up Move; British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Hartford Finl Svcs Group (HIG) Holding By $1.97 Million The FinHeadLinesThe stock of ZAGG Inc (NASDAQ:ZAGG) is a huge mover today! The stock increased 3.64% or $0.38 during the last trading session, reaching $10.83.

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Burnaby gives the green light to develop bike share pilot project

12-03-2019 21:43 via globalnews.ca

Council is now looking to potential operators for an 18-month bike share trial.

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25 year-old man shot on Mitchell Island

12-03-2019 21:32 via globalnews.ca

Police are investigating a shooting at Mitchell Island and also reports of a burnt out vehicle on No. 7 road in Richmond.

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B.C. Ferries building more boats and seeking input on how to improve the service on them

12-03-2019 21:17 via cbc.ca

BC Ferries is replacing some of its aging vessels — and it's asking for ideas to help improve the customer experience on the new ferries.

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Richmond shooting leaves man with ‘life-threatening injuries’: RCMP

12-03-2019 21:12 via globalnews.ca

Police say a car was found on fire on No. 7 Road shortly after the shooting was reported. Investigators have yet to confirm whether the two events are related.

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B.C. business fight back against cyber crimes

12-03-2019 20:39 via globalnews.ca

A new survey finds the majority of Canadian organizations have faced a security breach in the past year. Neetu Garcha explains how some local business owners are trying to fight back.

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Snowfall warning for B.C.’s Boundary, Kootenay regions

12-03-2019 20:35 via globalnews.ca

Environment Canada predicting between 10 and 20 cm of snow for mountain passes along Highway 3.

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British Columbia Investment Management Raised Laboratory Amer Hldgs (LH) Holding; Macquarie Infrastructure Co Trust (MIC) Has 0.62 Sentiment - The Yomi Blog

12-03-2019 20:30

British Columbia Investment Management Raised Laboratory Amer Hldgs (LH) Holding; Macquarie Infrastructure Co Trust (MIC) Has 0.62 Sentiment The Yomi BlogBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased Laboratory Corp Amer Hldgs (LH) stake by 70.03% reported in 2018Q4 SEC filing. British Columbia ...

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British Columbia Investment Management Lowered Its Prologis (PLD) Stake; International Paper Company (IP) Had 3 Bullish Analysts - The Moveefy

12-03-2019 20:23

British Columbia Investment Management Lowered Its Prologis (PLD) Stake; International Paper Company (IP) Had 3 Bullish Analysts The MoveefyBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased Prologis Inc (PLD) stake by 3.28% reported in 2018Q4 SEC filing. British Columbia Investment ...

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School dress codes unfairly single out girls, Chilliwack trustee says

12-03-2019 20:07 via cbc.ca

Willow Reichelt, vice-chair of Chilliwack's board of education, is bringing a motion on Tuesday to introduce a dress code that's not based on gender, body type, culture or socioeconomic factors.

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'Respect everyone, regardless of what they're wearing': Chilliwack school trustee wants to rethink dress codes

12-03-2019 20:07 via cbc.ca

Willow Reichelt, vice-chair of Chilliwack's board of education, is bringing a motion on Tuesday to introduce a dress code that's not based on gender, body type, culture or socioeconomic factors.

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Nutrition: Tips for saving time in the kitchen

12-03-2019 19:46 via globalnews.ca

Dietitian Diana Steele shares 4 simple steps you can take to save time preparing meals and snacks.

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Philanthropist David Sidoo accused of paying $200K to help sons pass U.S. college entrance exams

12-03-2019 19:45 via cbc.ca

David Sidoo, a notable Vancouver businessman, philanthropist and mainstay figure in UBC's athletics program, has been charged with conspiring to help students — including his own two sons — cheat on college entrance exams in the United States over a period of eight years.

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FPC19 British Columbia: Game video, rosters, scores, MVP's & more… - Canadafootballchat.com Ltd.

12-03-2019 19:45

FPC19 British Columbia: Game video, rosters, scores, MVP's & more… Canadafootballchat.com Ltd.CanadaFootballChat.com (CFC) will be your central source for the Fox 40 Prospect Challenge – West Coast (#FPC19). CLICK HERE FOR MORE ...

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B.C. philanthropist accused of paying $200K to help sons pass college entrance exams

12-03-2019 19:45 via cbc.ca

David Sidoo, a notable Vancouver businessman, philanthropist and mainstay figure in UBC's athletics program, has been charged with conspiring to help students — including his own two sons — cheat on college entrance exams in the United States over a period of eight years.

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Adopt a Pet: Ruger the Labrador Retriver/Schnauzer Giant Cross

12-03-2019 19:39 via globalnews.ca

Ruger is a big boy with lots of happy energy! He’s looking for a home that can work his body and mind and show him how to be the best boy he can be. Best suited to a home with no small children as he isn’t fully aware of how big he is. Ruger is...

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Hozier announces ‘Wasteland Baby’ tour, 1 Canadian date

12-03-2019 19:31 via globalnews.ca

The massive North American tour will stop in Vancouver, this fall.

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Prominent UBC donor David Sidoo charged in alleged U.S. college admissions scheme

12-03-2019 19:19 via globalnews.ca

David Sidoo, 59, is charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud.

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How restrictive baby equipment can hinder development

12-03-2019 18:02 via globalnews.ca

Health professionals continue to be concerned about container baby syndrome, which is simply defined as the overuse of restrictive baby equipment.

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B.C. man arrested in robbery, explosion that injured two Edmonton armoured-car guards

12-03-2019 17:36 via cbc.ca

A B.C. man has been arrested and charged in connection with a violent robbery and explosion that injured two security guards at an Edmonton bank in December.

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Report on artifacts found at pipeline site 'deeply misleading,' Unist'ot'en supporters say

12-03-2019 17:29 via cbc.ca

Commission says the place where two Unist'ot'en supporters found stone tools at a Coastal GasLink camp near Houston in B.C.'s northern Interior was 'likely not their original location,' following an investigation by archaeologists.

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British Columbia's Breast Screening Program Selects MagView - PRNewswire

12-03-2019 17:17

British Columbia's Breast Screening Program Selects MagView PRNewswireBURTONSVILLE, Md., March 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- BC Cancer's Breast Screening Program have selected MagView as their choice for a Breast Imaging ...

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Accenture Plc Ireland (ACN) Shareholder British Columbia Investment Management Has Boosted Stake by $7.04 Million as Shares Rose; As Schwab Charles New (SCHW) Share Value Declined, Ashfield Capital Partners Has Decreased Holding - The FinReviewer

12-03-2019 17:06

Accenture Plc Ireland (ACN) Shareholder British Columbia Investment Management Has Boosted Stake by $7.04 Million as Shares Rose; As Schwab Charles New (SCHW) Share Value Declined, Ashfield Capital Partners Has Decreased Holding The FinReviewerBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Accenture Plc Ireland (ACN) by 17.22% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with ...

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Sunwing suspends Boeing 737 Max 8 flights for 'evolving commercial reasons'

12-03-2019 17:04 via cbc.ca

Before Sunwing made its announcement late Tuesday night, Air Canada had already cancelled several flights after the U.K. and EU closed airspace to Boeing 737 Max 8s.

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Air Canada cancels flights after U.K. and EU close airspace to Boeing 737 Max 8

12-03-2019 17:04 via cbc.ca

Air Canada has cancelled flights from Halifax, St. John's and Montreal after the U.K. and EU closed its airspace to Boeing 737 Max 8s, the type of plane involved in last weekend’s deadly crash in Ethiopia.

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British Columbia Money Laundering Public Inquiry Calls Become Louder - Casino Reports

12-03-2019 16:51

British Columbia Money Laundering Public Inquiry Calls Become Louder Casino ReportsPublic Inquiry might be the approach needed said Adam Olsen, BC Green Party MLA for Saanich North and the Islands, joining other British Columbia officials.

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Rogers accelerates investments in British Columbia to bring next generation technology to province - GlobeNewswire

12-03-2019 16:30

Rogers accelerates investments in British Columbia to bring next generation technology to province GlobeNewswireCompany plans to double investments in 2019 to bring enhanced wireless *service*, new fibre network and 5G technology to province. Supports B.C. as ...

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British Columbia's Breast Screening Program Selects MagView - Benzinga

12-03-2019 16:17

British Columbia's Breast Screening Program Selects MagView BenzingaBURTONSVILLE, Md., March 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- BC Cancer's Breast Screening Program have selected MagView as their choice for a Breast Imaging ...

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Frustration builds for Sechelt residents displaced by sinkhole threat

12-03-2019 15:50 via cbc.ca

Nearly a month after fences surrounded the Seawatch neighbourhood in Sechelt as a result of sinkhole activity, displaced residents are settling into their new lives and waiting for updates on the future of their evacuated home.

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West Vancouver councillors send B-Line bus plans back to the drawing board

12-03-2019 15:11 via cbc.ca

The proposed creation of an express bus lane in West Vancouver brought residents on both sides of the issue out onto the streets for duelling protests on Saturday.

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Regency Centers Corp (REG) Position Lifted by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - Baseball Daily News

12-03-2019 14:50

Regency Centers Corp (REG) Position Lifted by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Baseball Daily NewsBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp increased its position in shares of Regency Centers Corp (NYSE:REG) by 72.0% in the 4th quarter, ...

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How Surrey's suburban farm has thrived, even as the city grew around it

12-03-2019 14:50 via cbc.ca

Nearly 90 years later after Zaklan Heritage Farm was won in a poker game (so the legend has it), most of the pastures and green space that once surrounded it have been replaced by rows of townhouses, light industrial businesses and busy roads.

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Volunteers hit the streets for annual homeless count in Vancouver

12-03-2019 14:49 via globalnews.ca

The annual count and homeless survey provide decision-makers and researchers with valuable information to better understand the current situation.

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Edison International (EIX) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - PressOracle

12-03-2019 14:43

Edison International (EIX) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp PressOracleBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp boosted its stake in Edison International (NYSE:EIX) by 10.1% in the 4th quarter, according to its most ...

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BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Has $6.68 Million Holdings in NVR, Inc. (NVR) - PressOracle

12-03-2019 14:43

BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Has $6.68 Million Holdings in NVR, Inc. (NVR) PressOracleBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp raised its holdings in shares of NVR, Inc. (NYSE:NVR) by 3.2% during the fourth quarter, according to ...

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BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Buys 1,865 Shares of SBA Communications Co. (SBAC) - Fairfield Current

12-03-2019 14:43

BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Buys 1,865 Shares of SBA Communications Co. (SBAC) Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp boosted its stake in shares of SBA Communications Co. (NASDAQ:SBAC) by 5.3% during the fourth ...

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BC: Unsettled weather departs, makes way for milder temps - The Weather Network

12-03-2019 14:14

BC: Unsettled weather departs, makes way for milder temps The Weather NetworkWe're closing in on the official start of spring, and milder temperatures are on the horizon for British Columbia.

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Pinnacle West Capital Co. (PNW) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - Baseball Daily News

12-03-2019 14:00

Pinnacle West Capital Co. (PNW) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Baseball Daily NewsBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp boosted its position in Pinnacle West Capital Co. (NYSE:PNW) by 96.5% in the fourth quarter, ...

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Gap Inc (GPS) Holdings Lifted by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - Fairfield Current

12-03-2019 13:54

Gap Inc (GPS) Holdings Lifted by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp raised its stake in shares of Gap Inc (NYSE:GPS) by 248.4% during the fourth quarter, according to its ...

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BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Purchases 177,185 Shares of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) - PressOracle

12-03-2019 13:53

BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Purchases 177,185 Shares of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN) PressOracleBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp raised its position in Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (NASDAQ:HBAN) by 52.1% during the 4th ...

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BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Has $6.66 Million Position in Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (IPG) - Fairfield Current

12-03-2019 13:53

BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp Has $6.66 Million Position in Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (IPG) Fairfield CurrentBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp boosted its position in shares of Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (NYSE:IPG) by 21.7% during the ...

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