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The kindness of strangers: attaché on first assignment rescued after South Africa car accident

14-04-2019 23:45 via cbc.ca

This week's story comes from Nicole Davison, the British Consul-General in Vancouver, while she was in South Africa as an attaché at the British Embassy in the early 1990s.

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Police called to shooting at Salmon Arm church

14-04-2019 23:34 via globalnews.ca

One person is dead and another person has been injured after someone burst into a Church in Salmon Arm and opened fire.

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Bring nature into your home by changing up decor for spring

14-04-2019 23:17 via cbc.ca

Designer Karla Dreyer believes in the theory of biophilia where humans are wired to seek connections with nature and each other. She suggests we bring some of the spring into our homes with a change of decor.

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Local runner wins Vancouver Sun Run for first time in 27 years

14-04-2019 23:01 via globalnews.ca

The last local to win the men's race was Paul Williams in 1992.

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New documentary spotlights transgender model's transition

14-04-2019 23:00 via cbc.ca

The story of Vancouver male model Krow Kian's transition is the subject of a new documentary, Krow's TRANSformation.

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One person in hospital after possible shooting at Salmon Arm church

14-04-2019 22:51 via cbc.ca

B.C. Emergency Health Services confirms one person was taken to hospital by air ambulance after an incident near Salmon Arm Church of Christ Sunday.

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1 man dead, another person injured after shooting at tight-knit church in Salmon Arm, B.C.

14-04-2019 22:51 via cbc.ca

One man is dead, another person is in hospital and a suspect is in police custody after a shooting at a small church in Salmon Arm, B.C., on Sunday.

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1 man dead, another person injured after shooting at tight-knit church in Salmon Arm

14-04-2019 22:51 via cbc.ca

One man is dead, another person is in hospital and a suspect is in police custody after a shooting at a small church in Salmon Arm, B.C., on Sunday.

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1 man dead after shooting at tight-knit church in Salmon Arm, B.C.

14-04-2019 22:51 via cbc.ca

One man is dead after a shooting at a small church in Salmon Arm, B.C., on Sunday, and police have a suspect in custody. Family members have confirmed that the victim is Gordon Parmenter, an elder at the Salmon Arm Church of Christ.

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Runners on Vancouver Island honour slain Mountie

14-04-2019 22:36 via cbc.ca

500 people ran kilometres in Langford B.C. to honour Sarah Beckett who was killed after being struck in 2016 by an impaired and speeding driver.

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British Columbia Investment Management Corp Holding in Chemed Corp New (CHE) Has Lifted by $8.49 Million | Thorold News - Thorold News

14-04-2019 22:35

British Columbia Investment Management Corp Holding in Chemed Corp New (CHE) Has Lifted by $8.49 Million | Thorold News Thorold NewsInvestors sentiment increased to 1.11 in 2018 Q4. Its up 0.03, from 1.08 in 2018Q3. It improved, as 19 investors sold CHE shares while 107 reduced holdings.

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Housing and homelessness centre stage amid duelling Maple Ridge rallies

14-04-2019 22:30 via globalnews.ca

The debate has taken a particularly nasty tone in recent days, with the city's mayor alleging that the homeless are "raping and pillaging" the community.

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With gas prices soaring, B.C. is pushing zero-emission cars — but is the province ready to go electric?

14-04-2019 22:00 via cbc.ca

More British Columbians may have been considering buying an electric vehicle this week, with gas prices soaring and new laws introduced requiring that all cars and trucks sold in the province be zero emission by 2040.

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Here’s what you need to know about CUSMA and digital trade

14-04-2019 21:43 via globalnews.ca

While many experts have come out as advocates for Chapter 19, some argue that it threatens the security of Canadian data.

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British Columbia Investment Management Lifted Stake in Nvidia (NVDA) as Share Value Declined; Kessler Investment Group Has Lowered Facebook (FB) Holding by $4.27 Million - The FinHeadLines

14-04-2019 21:37

British Columbia Investment Management Lifted Stake in Nvidia (NVDA) as Share Value Declined; Kessler Investment Group Has Lowered Facebook (FB) Holding by $4.27 Million The FinHeadLinesBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Nvidia Corp (NVDA) by 5.96% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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One man in custody after ‘possible shooting’ at Salmon Arm church: police

14-04-2019 21:28 via globalnews.ca

Police say the area is contained and there is no indication of an active or ongoing threat.

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Vancouver care facility moves to 'dementia village' model to make residents feel at home

14-04-2019 21:00 via cbc.ca

A major makeover is underway at a facility for dementia patients in South Vancouver: staff are adapting to the “dementia village” model to help patients feel more like they're living in a home rather than a hospital.

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Recipe: Pineapple avocado bon bons

14-04-2019 20:27 via globalnews.ca

With Easter just a few days away it's time to start thinking about sweet treats.

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Beyond tacos: Kitsilano restaurant showcases variety of Mexican cuisine

14-04-2019 20:00 via cbc.ca

The diversity of Mexican cuisine is not reflected in Vancouver's dining scene, but this Kitsilano restaurant is doing what it can to show Vancouverites there's more to the country's food than just tacos.

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Easter Chocolate with Chez Christophe

14-04-2019 19:59 via globalnews.ca

Get ready for Easter weekend by indulging your sweet tooth. Christophe Bonzon, from Burnaby chocolatier Chez Christophe, demonstrates how to make his signature chocolate egg.

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Ask an Expert: Asbestos concerns for homeowners considering a renovation”

14-04-2019 19:56 via globalnews.ca

WorkSafeBC’s Steven Penner explains what homeowners should know about asbestos. He lists the health concerns regarding asbestos and outlines the steps to take to properly identify and have asbestos removed and disposed of.

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B.C. RCMP suspend renewed search efforts for missing cowboy

14-04-2019 19:25 via globalnews.ca

Renewed search efforts for missing Merritt cowboy Ben Tyner have proven fruitless.

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Morrissey postpones Canadian tour dates due to medical emergency

14-04-2019 18:38 via globalnews.ca

The former lead singer of The Smiths was set to perform at Vancouver's Orpheum Theatre on Sunday and Monday nights, but Ticketmaster says those shows have been rescheduled for Oct. 14 and 15.

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Baby boomers enticed by legal cannabis market, can afford to pay more for pot

14-04-2019 18:35 via globalnews.ca

Generally, she said her research has shown that people over 55 are most enticed by this market, because they dabbled in marijuana years ago and can afford to pay more for legal weed.

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Overnight snowfall on B.C. southern interior highway mountain passes

14-04-2019 18:27 via globalnews.ca

Five to ten centimetres of snow fell on B.C. interior highway mountain passes overnight.

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Woman dead after being struck by pickup truck in Abbotsford

14-04-2019 18:19 via globalnews.ca

The 37-year-old victim had been struck by a pickup truck and succumbed to her injuries.

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Nelson school considers changing 40-year-old Bombers team name

14-04-2019 18:00 via cbc.ca

The L.V. Rogers Bombers may not be the name of a Nelson high school's sports teams for much longer. The West Kootenay secondary school is consulting students about changing the name to something that relates less to violence.

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Should we tear down the Vancouver seawall?

14-04-2019 17:00 via cbc.ca

I hate to break it to you but Vancouver’s seawall is not all that great. In fact, it’s kind of terrible.

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British Columbia Investment Management Corp Stake in Red Hat INC (RHT) Decreased as Shares Rose - Z Tribune

14-04-2019 16:41

British Columbia Investment Management Corp Stake in Red Hat INC (RHT) Decreased as Shares Rose Z TribuneBig Money Sentiment decreased to 0.8 in 2018 Q4. It has change of 0.25, from 2018Q3's 1.05. The ratio dived due to RHT positioning: 68 sold and 219 reduced.

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Woman dies after being hit by pickup truck in Abbotsford

14-04-2019 16:36 via cbc.ca

Abbotsford police are investigating after a woman was hit and killed by a pickup truck in the 30000 block of Fraser Highway Sunday morning.

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British Columbia Investment Management Corp Increased Its Xylem INC (XYL) Stake as Shares Rose - Z Tribune

14-04-2019 16:36

British Columbia Investment Management Corp Increased Its Xylem INC (XYL) Stake as Shares Rose Z TribuneDuring Q4 2018 the big money sentiment increased to 1.04. That's change of 0.01, from 2018Q3's 1.03. 51 investors sold all, 170 reduced holdings as XYL ratio.

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The Coca-Cola Co (KO) Position Lifted by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp - XNewsPress

14-04-2019 15:41

The Coca-Cola Co (KO) Position Lifted by BRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp XNewsPressBRITISH COLUMBIA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT Corp increased its holdings in shares of The Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) by 8.7% during the fourth quarter, ...

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Choosing the environment over your laundry

14-04-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca

Scientist have shown how fibres from your clothes are polluting the ocean, but what can you do about it?

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Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp back up after widespread outages

14-04-2019 14:35 via cbc.ca

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp were temporarily down early Sunday but were running again for most users by 9 a.m. ET.

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New in town: Metro Vancouver still draws newcomers, despite high cost of housing

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

Despite the high cost of housing, newcomers still flock to Vancouver as a gateway city. They come for love, for work a better quality of life. But they don't necessarily expect to buy a house.

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WestJet passengers who scored $30 US baggage fee refund want to spread the word

14-04-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

Two WestJet passengers have received a refund after paying a $30 US fee to check their baggage. They discovered an error on their e-ticket receipt that stated the fee would be charged in Canadian dollars. Now they want WestJet to initiate refunds for all affected customers.

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WHL Roundup: Saturday, April 13, 2019

14-04-2019 07:09 via globalnews.ca

SPOKANE, Wash. - Riley Woods had the eventual winner early in the second period as the Spokane Chiefs downed the Everett Silvertips 2-1 on Saturday to advance in the Western Hockey League playoffs.

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B.C. government commemorates 100th anniversary of massacre in Punjab

14-04-2019 04:54 via globalnews.ca

The event is still a traumatic historical experience for South Asians today, including in the diasporic community in British Columbia.

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Nova Scotia organ donation and couples quitting smoking

14-04-2019 04:30 via globalnews.ca

Today’s Global News Hour at 6 Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave. Nova Scotia has become the first North American jurisdiction where all adults will be considered potential organ donors unless they opt out. Meanwhile, British researchers say couples are more successful at quitting smoking by doing so together.

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Fed up tenants in Vancouver’s Chinatown protest broken elevator

14-04-2019 04:26 via globalnews.ca

The elevator in a Chinatown apartment building has been out of service since the fall, and there appears to be no quick fix. As Julia Foy reports, the building is owned by a group known for helping new immigrants adapt to life in Canada.

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Trudeau attends Vancouver’s Vaisakhi parade after Sikh extremism controversy

14-04-2019 04:23 via globalnews.ca

The campaigning Justin Trudeau is praising the Sikh faith following the federal government’s controversial removal of Sikh extremism from a public safety report on terrorism. Nadia Stewart has more.

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Jason Kenney takes direct aim at Vancouver’s Mayor during campaign rally

14-04-2019 04:23 via globalnews.ca

With only a handful of days left until Albertans go to the polls, UCP leader Jason Kenney added to the rhetoric over B.C.’s opposition to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion. Jill Bennett has the reaction from city council.

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Thousands celebrate Vaisakhi in Vancouver under grey skies

14-04-2019 03:53 via cbc.ca

Vaisakhi originated as a harvest festival in India's Punjab region hundreds of years ago.

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Vancouver chefs offer more than a cup of kindness for those in need

14-04-2019 03:45 via cbc.ca

A community of chefs and restaurant owners are working with A Better Life Foundation to provide meals to women and children fleeing violence and those living below the poverty line.

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Jason Kenney promises to make Vancouver carbon-free in 2020 — by turning off the gas taps

14-04-2019 03:33 via globalnews.ca

Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart to make the city carbon-free by 2040, which the UCP leader pounced on.

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Vancouver police arrest suspect in middle of alleged break-and-enter

14-04-2019 02:18 via globalnews.ca

The suspect was caught breaking into a home while two people were sleeping inside.

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Hundreds run through rain in Langford to honour slain RCMP officer Sarah Beckett

14-04-2019 01:41 via globalnews.ca

The first annual Sarah Beckett Memorial Run raises money for a post-secondary scholarship for students interested in law enforcement.

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Lake Country man recalls catching suspect during citizen’s arrest

14-04-2019 00:53 via globalnews.ca

Okanagan resident retells citizen's arrest he made in late March, stopping a suspect from breaking into his vehicle.

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New cookbook from Butter Baked Goods chef explores savoury side

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

Rosie Daykin, the woman behind Vancouver's "Butter Baked Goods" has a brand new cookbook - it's all about the comforts of home.

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