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B.C. businessman charged in U.S. college admissions scheme pleads not guilty

15-03-2019 23:49 via globalnews.ca

David Sidoo, a high-profile Vancouver businessman who was charged with conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud in connection to a U.S. college admissions scheme, pleaded not guilty in a Boston courthouse on Friday.

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Islamophobia in Canada and around the world

15-03-2019 23:38 via globalnews.ca

Professor of Sociology and Muslim studies Jasmin Zine from Wilfred Laurier University in Waterloo talks to Jennifer Palma about the need to confront Islamophobia in Canada and beyond in the wake of the New Zealand mosque shooting.

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Okanagan man, seeking Canadian citizenship, among Ethiopian Airlines 302 crash victims

15-03-2019 23:32 via globalnews.ca

Chunming (Jack) Wang of Vernon was in Africa to complete his Canadian citizenship paperwork.

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Focus BC: Friday, March 15, 2019

15-03-2019 23:32 via globalnews.ca

In this edition of Focus BC, host Richard Zussman is looking at the provincial government’s plans to roll in privately funded care homes and what is the future of policing in Surrey?

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Vancouver students join worldwide school walkouts to call for climate change action

15-03-2019 23:24 via globalnews.ca

Hundreds of students and adults rallied and marched downtown calling for governments to act on what they say is an urgent crisis.

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B.C. businessman pleads not guilty, released on $1.5M bail in college admissions scheme

15-03-2019 23:07 via globalnews.ca

David Sidoo entered the plea in a Boston courthouse on Friday.

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Kootenay mill plans 'mass' expansion

15-03-2019 22:54 via cbc.ca

On the heels of changes to BC’s Building Code allowing 12-storey wood buildings, a family-run mill in the Kootenays is planning a $35 million dollar 'mass timber' expansion.

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British Columbia Investment Management Has Increased Genuine Parts Co (GPC) Stake by $437,952; Apple (AAPL) Shareholder Montag & Caldwell Decreased Its Position by $14.67 Million - Port Courier

15-03-2019 22:37

British Columbia Investment Management Has Increased Genuine Parts Co (GPC) Stake by $437,952; Apple (AAPL) Shareholder Montag & Caldwell Decreased Its Position by $14.67 Million Port CourierBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Genuine Parts Co (GPC) by 10.1% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the ...

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*Red Hat INC (RHT) Stake Held by British Columbia Investment Management Corp - Z Tribune

15-03-2019 22:11

*Red Hat INC (RHT) Stake Held by British Columbia Investment Management Corp Z TribuneBig Money Sentiment decreased to 0.8 in Q4 2018. It has change of 0.25, from 2018Q3's 1.05. The ratio turned negative due to RHT positioning: 68 sold and ...

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Vancouver police seek women who may have had contact with high-risk offender

15-03-2019 22:05 via globalnews.ca

Vancouver Police want any women who had contact with Trevor Leonard Smith, 45, since his relase in November of 2017.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to shuffle cabinet Monday: sources

15-03-2019 21:56 via cbc.ca

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will shuffle his cabinet for the third time in three months on Monday, CBC News has learned — filling the gap left by the dramatic departure of Jane Philpott last month over the government's handling of the SNC-Lavalin affair.

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1 man dead, 3 people injured in early morning Maple Ridge collision: RCMP

15-03-2019 21:46 via globalnews.ca

One driver was killed while the driver of the second vehicle and two passengers were taken to hospital.

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British Columbia’s regional pilot for immigrant entrepreneurs opens for business - Canada Immigration News

15-03-2019 21:38

British Columbia’s regional pilot for immigrant entrepreneurs opens for business Canada Immigration NewsBritish Columbia's Entrepreneur Immigration - Regional Pilot, which opened March 14, is designed to help smaller, more remote communities in the province ...

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B.C. wild salmon get $142M cash infusion for habitat restoration

15-03-2019 21:16 via globalnews.ca

The federal and provincial governments have committed more than $140 million over five years to help protect wild Pacific salmon.

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'Just asking for a safe future': Thousands of B.C. students protest political inaction on climate change

15-03-2019 21:00 via cbc.ca

Thousands walked out of class Friday afternoon to join protests in front of the Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver and outside the provincial legislature in Victoria.

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'Just asking for a safe future': Hundreds of Vancouver students protest political inaction on climate change

15-03-2019 21:00 via cbc.ca

Hundreds walked out of class Friday afternoon to join the protest in front of the Art Gallery in downtown Vancouver.

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Revelstoke's population could be double official tally, mayor believes

15-03-2019 20:53 via cbc.ca

“We have known for some time that our population far exceeds what census figures tell us it is. We will be able to use more accurate population figures to understand the demand for housing, to understand the demands on city services and infrastructure."

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British Columbia Investment Management Trimmed Its Lululemon Athletica (LULU) Position by $1.74 Million; Stock Price Rose; Texas Instrs (TXN) Stock Rose While Tower Research Capital Trc Has Increased Stake by $1.36 Million - The Hi New Ulm

15-03-2019 20:39

British Columbia Investment Management Trimmed Its Lululemon Athletica (LULU) Position by $1.74 Million; Stock Price Rose; Texas Instrs (TXN) Stock Rose While Tower Research Capital Trc Has Increased Stake by $1.36 Million The Hi New UlmBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Lululemon Athletica Inc (LULU) by 24.38% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing ...

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British Columbia Investment Management Has Raised Its Chevron New (CVX) Holding by $5.97 Million; As Procter And Gamble Co (PG) Market Valuation Rose, Shareholder Nli International Trimmed Its Holding - The Hi New Ulm

15-03-2019 20:39

British Columbia Investment Management Has Raised Its Chevron New (CVX) Holding by $5.97 Million; As Procter And Gamble Co (PG) Market Valuation Rose, Shareholder Nli International Trimmed Its Holding The Hi New UlmBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Chevron Corp New (CVX) by 9.48% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the ...

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5 things to do this weekend for Friday, March 15

15-03-2019 20:26 via globalnews.ca

Here are your five things to do this weekend for Friday, March 15, 2019.

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As Xylem INC (XYL) Market Value Rose, British Columbia Investment Management Corp Upped Its Holding by $5.81 Million | Thorold News - Thorold News

15-03-2019 20:17

As Xylem INC (XYL) Market Value Rose, British Columbia Investment Management Corp Upped Its Holding by $5.81 Million | Thorold News Thorold NewsInvestors sentiment increased to 1.04 in 2018 Q4. Its up 0.01, from 1.03 in 2018Q3. It improved, as 51 investors sold XYL shares while 170 reduced holdings. 55.

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Vancouver cracks down on 820 illegal short-term rentals

15-03-2019 20:08 via globalnews.ca

The City of Vancouver has launched a major crackdown on illegal short-term rentals after regulations came into effect last September.

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Five ways to protect seniors from fraud

15-03-2019 20:05 via globalnews.ca

Is an older adult in your life at risk of being scammed? Tyler Saito from Coast Capital Savings shares key advice on preventing elder fraud.

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Canadian minister of public safety condemns New Zealand shootings

15-03-2019 20:05 via globalnews.ca

Ralph Goodale says the attack was appalling and that terrorism has no place in society.

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Vancouver memorial service planned for New Zealand mosque shooting victims

15-03-2019 20:02 via globalnews.ca

People in British Columbia are offering their prayers and condolences for the victims impacted by the terrible events in New Zealand. Neetu Garcia has the latest on plans for a vigil in Vancouver Friday evening.

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‘Come pray with us’: Vancouver Muslim community stunned by New Zealand terror attack

15-03-2019 19:50 via globalnews.ca

Vancouver's Al Masjid Al Jamia is holding a vigil at 7:15 p.m. on Friday to honour the victims of the New Zealand mosque attack.

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Promising gene therapy for British Columbia man with rare genetic disease - Lethbridge Herald

15-03-2019 19:24

Promising gene therapy for British Columbia man with rare genetic disease Lethbridge HeraldCALGARY - A big sushi meal would have once made Josh McQuillin gravely ill, but the British Columbia man can now gorge on one of his favourite foods.

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Spirit Bears of the Great Bear Rainforest – British Columbia - Atlas Obscura

15-03-2019 19:02

Spirit Bears of the Great Bear Rainforest – British Columbia Atlas ObscuraDiscover Spirit Bears of the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia: This vast, pristine wilderness is home to a rare subspecies of black bear.

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5 things to do this weekend for Thursday, March 14

15-03-2019 18:49 via globalnews.ca

Here are your five things to do this weekend for Thursday, March 14, 2019.

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No injuries after heli-skiing chopper rolls in eastern B.C.

15-03-2019 18:48 via cbc.ca

A spokesperson with Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing says the pilot "lost reference" and couldn't see the ground. The Transportation Safety Board is investigating.

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Holder British Columbia Investment Management Has Increased Mylan NV (MYL) Position; As Abercrombie & Fitch Co (ANF) Share Value Rose, Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of The Province Of Alberta Alberta Investment Management Has Increased Stake by $1.37

15-03-2019 18:43

Holder British Columbia Investment Management Has Increased Mylan NV (MYL) Position; As Abercrombie & Fitch Co (ANF) Share Value Rose, Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of The Province Of Alberta Alberta Investment Management Has Increased Stake by $1.37 Million The Hi New UlmBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Mylan N V (MYL) by 22.12% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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Cheniere Energy (LNG) Market Value Rose While British Columbia Investment Management Has Decreased Holding; Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of The Province Of Alberta Alberta Investment Management Lowered Its Holding in Electronic Arts (EA) by $1.87 Millio

15-03-2019 18:31

Cheniere Energy (LNG) Market Value Rose While British Columbia Investment Management Has Decreased Holding; Her Majesty The Queen In Right Of The Province Of Alberta Alberta Investment Management Lowered Its Holding in Electronic Arts (EA) by $1.87 Million The Yomi BlogBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG) by 12.06% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with ...

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Jody Wilson-Raybould confirms plans to run for re-election as a Liberal in letter to constituents

15-03-2019 18:23 via globalnews.ca

In the letter, Wilson-Raybould says Canadian politics still has a ``culture of conflict, empty partisanship and cynical games.''

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Governments of Canada and British Columbia now accepting proposals to help restore Pacific salmon and boost the province's fish and seafood sector - Canada NewsWire

15-03-2019 18:21

Governments of Canada and British Columbia now accepting proposals to help restore Pacific salmon and boost the province's fish and seafood sector Canada NewsWireVICTORIA, March 15, 2019 /CNW/ - Wild Pacific salmon is integral to the economic and social fabric of coastal communities, and is fundamental to Indigenous ...

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B.C. health minister defends decision to roll privately-run home support services into health authorities

15-03-2019 18:13 via globalnews.ca

Dix said he doesn't expect any layoffs as a result of the transition.

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Vancouver Muslims react to New Zealand terrorist attack

15-03-2019 17:41 via cbc.ca

"I prayed for the families and the Muslim community and New Zealand as well, and even for those related to the attackers."

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'This just shouldn't happen': Vancouverites react to New Zealand terrorist attack

15-03-2019 17:41 via cbc.ca

Al-Jamia Mosque on West 8th Avenue to hold a prayer vigil this evening to show solidarity with New Zealand.

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David Sidoo set to make U.S. court appearance on felony fraud charges

15-03-2019 16:25 via cbc.ca

David Sidoo, 59, is facing felony charges of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud for allegedly paying $200,000 to have someone write SATs for his two sons in 2011 and 2012.

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David Sidoo pleads not guilty to felony fraud charges in U.S. court

15-03-2019 16:25 via cbc.ca

David Sidoo, 59, is facing felony charges of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud for allegedly paying $200,000 to have someone write SATs for his two sons in 2011 and 2012.

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B.C. Health Minister Adrian Dix responds to comments on seniors services

15-03-2019 16:13 via globalnews.ca

A big shift is coming to home support services in our province with two health authorities taking control of contracts from external service providers. The decision has drawn criticism from the BC Care Providers Association. Health Minister Adrian Dix spoke to Global BC’s Sonia Sunger about the changes.

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Canadians are struggling with mounting household debt

15-03-2019 16:10 via globalnews.ca

Concerns are being raised about the rate at which Canadians are spending rather than saving. New numbers show we owe an average of $1.79 for every dollar of disposable income we earn.

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The Black Keys announce first North American tour in 4 years, with 2 Canadian dates

15-03-2019 16:01 via globalnews.ca

The long-awaited 'Let's Rock' tour will hit Toronto and Vancouver this fall.

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Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) Shares Sold by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - PressOracle

15-03-2019 15:51

Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) Shares Sold by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp PressOracleBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp decreased its stake in shares of Booking Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:BKNG) by 0.8% during the fourth ...

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Anthem Inc (NYSE:ANTM) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - PressOracle

15-03-2019 15:51

Anthem Inc (NYSE:ANTM) Shares Bought by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp PressOracleBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp increased its stake in shares of Anthem Inc (NYSE:ANTM) by 15.7% during the fourth quarter, ...

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British Columbia Investment Management Maintains Stake in Lincoln Natl Ind (LNC); As Transcanada (TRP) Market Valuation Rose, Camelot Portfolios Has Raised Its Holding by $351,330 - Port Courier

15-03-2019 15:46

British Columbia Investment Management Maintains Stake in Lincoln Natl Ind (LNC); As Transcanada (TRP) Market Valuation Rose, Camelot Portfolios Has Raised Its Holding by $351,330 Port CourierBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Lincoln Natl Corp Ind (LNC) by 9.18% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the ...

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