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Environment Canada calls for snow on Coquihalla, other B.C. Southern Interior highways

13-04-2019 23:57 via globalnews.ca

A Pacific frontal system is moving across southern portion of province.

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Trudeau visits gurdwara after government removes reference to Sikh extremism

13-04-2019 23:52 via cbc.ca

Trudeau praised the Sikh community for its values of "equality and social justice" and noted its long history in Canada dating back to the beginning of the 20th century. His speech came just hours after the federal government agreed to remove a reference to Sikh extremism from a report on terrorism.

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Tenants of Vancouver apartment building blame ‘negligence’ for broken elevator

13-04-2019 23:33 via globalnews.ca

The elevator, which is the only one that services all nine stories, has been broken since late September.

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Cabins nestled in B.C.'s Rossland Range share long, rich history

13-04-2019 23:00 via cbc.ca

To get to the cabins, you have to hike a trail in the Monashee Mountains between the Columbia River and Big Sheep Creek. "To have this quality of cabins is quite remarkable," said Laura Mackay, one of the directors of the Friends of the Rossland Range.

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Province looking into new post-secondary campus for Vancouver Island's West Shore

13-04-2019 22:00 via cbc.ca

The government will spend $1.5 million to develop a business case for a new campus to serve the municipalities west of Victoria: Colwood, Langford, Metchosin, View Royal, the Highlands, and even further west to Sooke.

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Park Board motion looks to scale back Vancouver 4/20 event by cancelling Cypress Hill

13-04-2019 21:26 via globalnews.ca

As debate rages around Vancouver's 4/20 celebrations, John Coupar says booking a headliner is a bridge too far.

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Saturday Sips: Rosé

13-04-2019 21:24 via globalnews.ca

Rosé is so much more than just wine. Darryl Lamb, from Legacy Liquor, shares his pick of the best products on the market.

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B.C.'s Maritime Museum highlights shame of Great Pacific Garbage Patch

13-04-2019 21:00 via cbc.ca

Exhibit at the Maritime Museum of B.C. highlights the largest accumulation of ocean plastic and human-made debris in the world.

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Vancouver’s Grandview Elementary gets long-awaited new playground

13-04-2019 20:32 via globalnews.ca

A "natural playground" was built at the elementary school in 2011 that included features like a hill slide and climbing boulder.

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Trudeau and Sajjan speak to Sikh supporters in B.C. LIVE

13-04-2019 20:00 via cbc.ca

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan deliver remarks at the Khalsa Diwan Society’s Ross Street Gurdwara in Vancouver.

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District of Kitimat joins mom's efforts for stricter motorcyle licensing laws

13-04-2019 20:00 via cbc.ca

Denise Lodge's son Corey Lodge died in a motorcycle accident in 2005 on the Malahat Highway on Vancouver Island.

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6 in hospital after bus flips near Kelowna

13-04-2019 19:54 via cbc.ca

Six people have been taken to hospital with minor injuries after a bus flipped on Big White Road, east of Kelowna, B.C.

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Recipe: Scalloped potatoes and braised cabbage

13-04-2019 19:25 via globalnews.ca

Railtown Catering chef and co-owner Dan Olson shares some delicious Easter side dishes.

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UPDATE: Big White Road reopened to traffic

13-04-2019 19:23 via globalnews.ca

The bus was carrying 22 people; six were reportedly sent to hospital with minor injuries.

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Second woman reports theft at Vancouver condo building where concierge allegedly operated

13-04-2019 18:59 via globalnews.ca

After seeing video of the alleged April 3 incident on Global News, a second woman says the same thing happened to her.

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Park Board looks to scale back Vancouver 420 event

13-04-2019 18:48 via globalnews.ca

As debate swirls about whether the 420 celebration in Vancouver is a protest or a festival, a Park Board commissioner is presenting an urgent motion to pull the plug on the event’s musical headliner. Aaron McArthur reports.

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GardenWorks: Learning Garden

13-04-2019 18:48 via globalnews.ca

Alex from GardenWorks shares his simple tricks and techniques that will help you get growing in your back yard.

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BC Hydro report says new condo buildings use huge amounts of power

13-04-2019 18:41 via globalnews.ca

A new report from BC Hydro says the amenities in many newer condo and apartment buildings are using a huge amount of electricity. Nadia Stewart has the numbers.

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Top four Spring interior trends

13-04-2019 18:40 via globalnews.ca

Interior designer, Karla Dreyer, shares her four easy ways to transform your home from winter to spring.

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Vancouver Warriors Family Day

13-04-2019 18:24 via globalnews.ca

Vancouver Warriors Head Coach, Chris Gill, previews what to expect at the upcoming Warriors Family Day event.

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Lummi Nation calls for 'state of emergency' to aid dwindling orca population

13-04-2019 18:00 via cbc.ca

Members of the Lummi Nation held a ceremony close to the U.S. San Juan Islands to pray for the dwindling southern sesident killer whale population.

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Saturday Chef: Easter Sunday Side Dishes

13-04-2019 17:44 via globalnews.ca

Planning on making a Sunday roast this Easter weekend? Dan Olson from Railtown Catering, shares his recipes for two side dishes that the whole family will love.

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BCHL Finals preview

13-04-2019 17:26 via globalnews.ca

Brent Mutis, BCHL Communications director, previews what fans can expect from the upcoming BCHL finals.

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Snow expected on B.C. Southern Interior mountain highways

13-04-2019 16:40 via cbc.ca

Environment Canada is warning communities in B.C’s Southern Interior of spring snow on the way for many mountain passes on Saturday.

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Trudeau to visit Sikh temple in Vancouver after gov’t removes reference to Sikh extremism

13-04-2019 16:21 via globalnews.ca

Trudeau and Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan will speak at the Ross Street Gurdwara in Vancouver, then partake in the city's Vaisakhi Parade to mark the Sikh holy day.

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How B.C.'s system for regulating health-care workers is failing patients

13-04-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca

When Harry Cayton started looking into the dysfunction at the College of Dental Surgeons of B.C., he discovered something alarming, and the problem persisted even after a major shift in leadership.

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The stats are in: crime hasn't gone 'through the roof' in Maple Ridge since the homeless camp opened

13-04-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca

Overall, crimes against people were up 14 per cent in the six full quarters since the homeless camp opened, compared to the previous 18 months. Property crimes were up seven per cent, while other criminal code violations were up five per cent.

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The stats are in: crime hasn't gone 'through the roof' in Maple Ridge since homeless camp opened

13-04-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca

Overall, crimes against people were up 14 per cent in the six full quarters since the homeless camp opened, compared to the previous 18 months. Property crimes were up seven per cent, while other criminal code violations were up five per cent.

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Dead dog walking: Can Punky ever be a 'good canine citizen' again?

13-04-2019 14:00 via cbc.ca

It's a rare dangerous dog whose fight for life makes it all the way to B.C.'s Court of Appeal. But animal advocates fear the case of Punky could threaten the lives of hundreds of otherwise corrigible canines.

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British Columbia Investment Management Cut Its Holding in Unum Group (UNM) by $798,341; As Huntington Bancshs (HBAN) Valuation Declined, Prudential Plc Raised Its Position by $4.92 Million - The Hi New Ulm

13-04-2019 13:28

British Columbia Investment Management Cut Its Holding in Unum Group (UNM) by $798,341; As Huntington Bancshs (HBAN) Valuation Declined, Prudential Plc Raised Its Position by $4.92 Million The Hi New UlmBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Unum Group (UNM) by 33.32% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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Mudslide west of Williams Lake cleared - CFJC Today Kamloops

13-04-2019 09:00

Mudslide west of Williams Lake cleared CFJC Today KamloopsWILLIAMS LAKE, BC — A mudslide on Friday (April 12) which shut down the Rudy Johnson bridge west of Williams Lake has now been cleaned up, and the ...

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Mixed reactions towards Stormy Daniels appearance | CFJC Today | Kamloops, British Columbia | News, Sports, Weather, Obituaries, Real Estate - CFJC Today Kamloops

13-04-2019 09:00

Mixed reactions towards Stormy Daniels appearance | CFJC Today | Kamloops, British Columbia | News, Sports, Weather, Obituaries, Real Estate CFJC Today KamloopsKAMLOOPS — With Kamloops officially named a stop for adult film star, Stormy Daniels' book tour, CFJC Today heard a variety of opinions about her visit.

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Mixed reactions towards Stormy Daniels appearance - CFJC Today Kamloops

13-04-2019 09:00

Mixed reactions towards Stormy Daniels appearance CFJC Today KamloopsKAMLOOPS — With Kamloops officially named a stop for adult film star, Stormy Daniels' book tour, CFJC Today heard a variety of opinions about her visit.

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Airbnb operators in Kelowna face $500 per day fines after July 1 licensing deadline

13-04-2019 07:20 via globalnews.ca

The City of Kelowna is opening up the licencing application process for Airbnb-style short-term rentals on Apr. 23.

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Kelowna set to issue licences for short-term rentals

13-04-2019 07:16 via globalnews.ca

There were almost 2,000 short-term rental listings in Kelowna in 2018, a significant increase over the past several years. Now the City of Kelowna has created bylaws to govern short-term rentals which includes a $345 annual licencing fee.

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Bat-friendly Peachland given award for conservation efforts

13-04-2019 07:16 via globalnews.ca

Only Peachland and Dawson Creek have been given the 'Bat-Friendly Community' designation.

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WHL Roundup: Friday, April 12, 2019

13-04-2019 07:09 via globalnews.ca

PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. - Noah Gregor and Dante Hannoun had two goals apiece as the Prince Albert Raiders downed the Saskatoon Blades 6-1 on Friday in Western Hockey League playoff action.

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Suspect suffers dog bite during arrest for allegedly breaking into Vancouver home

13-04-2019 05:18 via cbc.ca

In a statement, police said the man, 24-year-old Steven Henry Hall, was seen by plainclothes officers breaking into a house near West 16th Avenue and Ontario Street Friday morning.

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Nikolic scores on penalty kick as Fire tie Whitecaps

13-04-2019 05:18 via cbc.ca

Nemanja Nikolic converted a penalty kick in the 84th minute when the Chicago Fire tied the Vancouver Whitecaps 1-1 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Ill., on Friday.

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WATCH: Global News Hour at 6 – April 12

13-04-2019 05:00 via globalnews.ca

Watch the online edition of Global News Hour at 6.

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Travelling candlelight vigil honours overdose victims

13-04-2019 05:00 via cbc.ca

There are 645 candles lit in the display to represent the people who have died from an overdose over a two year period in the Central Okanagan, Kamloops, Vernon and Penticton.

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When will there be relief at Metro Vancouver gas pumps?

13-04-2019 04:11 via globalnews.ca

Metro Vancouver gas prices have hit all-time highs, and are now among the highest ever in any major North American city. Jill Bennett reports on how long it will last, and whether prices could go even higher.

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B.C. evening weather forecast: April 12,

13-04-2019 04:11 via globalnews.ca

The Friday, April 12, 2019 evening weather forecast for Metro Vancouver and British Columbia.

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Andrew Scheer says his support of Alberta’s Jason Kenney won’t hurt Conservatives’ chances in B.C.

13-04-2019 04:10 via globalnews.ca

On Thursday, Scheer appeared alongside Kenney at a campaign rally days before Alberta's provincial election.

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Ocean garbage exhibit inspires British Columbians to make small daily changes

13-04-2019 04:08 via globalnews.ca

The Maritime Museum of BC is hoping its unusual new exhibit will make us all think twice about what we throw away and what we wash down the drain. Linda Aylesworth reports.

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Thousands of people expected on Vancouver streets this weekend for 10K Sun Run, Vaisakhi parade

13-04-2019 04:00 via cbc.ca

Vancouver's Vaisakhi parade begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, while runners line up for the Sun Run Sunday morning.

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Props from ‘The Man in the High Castle’ for sale in Vancouver this weekend

13-04-2019 03:36 via globalnews.ca

Though the show imagines Axis powers winning the Second World War, no items featuring Nazi imagery will be for sale.

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New plan for health care in the South Okanagan

13-04-2019 03:16 via globalnews.ca

The South Okanagan has been struggling with a doctor shortage, but the province is hoping to fix that by changing the way health care is delivered. Health Minister Adrian Dix was in Penticton for the announcement. Jules Knox reports on what it will mean for patients.

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One-on-on with Conservative leader Andrew Scheer

13-04-2019 03:05 via globalnews.ca

Chris Gailus sat down for a one-on-one interview with Conservative leader Andrew Scheer, and asked why he’s endorsed Alberta Conservative leader Jason Kenney, who has vowed to “turn off the taps” of gas exports to B.C.

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Discarded needles a hazard for workers in recycling business

13-04-2019 02:55 via globalnews.ca

A manager at a recycling company says employees being pricked by discarded needles has become a common occurrence.

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