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B.C. government funding sows expansion of farmers’ market coupon program

04-05-2019 23:53 via globalnews.ca

Almost $1.6 million will be made available this year for the program, which provides coupons for the purchase of locally grown food at B.C. farmers' markets.

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UPDATE: Fire department quenches tire blaze at Penticton Speedway

04-05-2019 23:50 via globalnews.ca

Thick, black smoke could be seen rising from the Penticton Speedway on Saturday afternoon.

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Fire at Penticton Speedway property sends black smoke skyward

04-05-2019 23:49 via globalnews.ca

Penticton residents were distracted by a large plume of black smoke rising from the hills east of the South Okanagan city on Saturday afternoon. A structure on the Penticton Speedway property is ablaze, according to the B.C. Wildfire Service.

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'It's a home for immigrants': Okanagan non-profit desperate to find new, affordable space

04-05-2019 23:44 via cbc.ca

The Okanagan Chinese Canadian Association (OCCA) needs a new facility by the end of May because the building it’s renting is slated for demolition. Though the association has about $500,000 in the bank, it still can’t find an affordable space.

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RCMP recover body of Thompson Rivers University student swept away in river

04-05-2019 23:40 via cbc.ca

RCMP have recovered the body of a 23-year-old Thompson Rivers University student who went missing in the North Thompson River yesterday.

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As prices cool, where is Metro Vancouver housing market going?

04-05-2019 23:12 via globalnews.ca

It started out with the detached homes, and now the condo market in Metro Vancouver appears to be cooling down. But just how significant is the recent stall in the market and will it stay this way? Mortgage and investment advisor Peter Kinch joined Jennifer Palma on BC1 to help answer those questions.

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Small plane crashes outside of Smithers Landing, B.C.

04-05-2019 23:06 via cbc.ca

A small plane has crashed near Smithers Landing, B.C.

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RCMP investigating fatal plane crash near Smithers Landing, B.C.

04-05-2019 23:06 via cbc.ca

A small plane has crashed near Smithers Landing, B.C.

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3 dead after small plane crash near Smithers Landing, B.C.

04-05-2019 23:06 via cbc.ca

A fourth man who was injured was the subject of a daring long-line rescue.

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3 dead after plane crash near Smithers Landing, B.C.

04-05-2019 23:06 via cbc.ca

Three people are dead after a small plane carrying four people crashed near Smithers Landing, B.C., on Saturday.

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Indian exchange student’s body recovered from North Thompson River in Kamloops

04-05-2019 22:45 via globalnews.ca

The Thompson Rivers University student was first reported missing Friday after swimming with friends.

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Death doula training: health program formalizes Indigenous tradition

04-05-2019 22:00 via cbc.ca

For most of his life, Shxw'Ow'Hamel First Nation elder Mike Kelly has been helping ease the end-of-life transition.

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Man who waited in line to take photo with Mounties receives framed portrait

04-05-2019 21:52 via cbc.ca

Sukhdev Singh Brar waited nearly half an hour in line for a quick turn at the RCMP's photo booth, just for the "honour" of standing next to two RCMP officers.

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Indigenous students convince B.C. government to change name of provincial park

04-05-2019 21:40 via globalnews.ca

Grade 4 students from the ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Tribal School on Vancouver Island watched as the bill they inspired passed the legislature.

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Uwe Boll, world's 'worst' director, talks films, food and critics ahead of Vancouver event

04-05-2019 21:00 via cbc.ca

A recent documentary about Uwe Boll's career is playing at the Rio Theatre in East Vancouver and Boll attended for a Q&A session. He spoke to On The Coast about his Vancouver restaurant and the criticism he's faced over the years.

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Cruise ships collide in Vancouver’s Canada Place

04-05-2019 21:00 via globalnews.ca

A cruise ship was rear-ended by another vessel owned by the same company while sitting in berth at Canada Place early Saturday morning.

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Traffic blocked on Highway 91 after tractor trailer flips

04-05-2019 20:51 via cbc.ca

Traffic is partially blocked on Highway 91 at the south end of the Alex Fraser Bridge after a semi truck tipped over.

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Transit police won’t cancel Calgary man’s fine for following friend through Compass gates after card failed

04-05-2019 20:34 via globalnews.ca

He paid for a Compass ticket and tapped it twice, and the gates wouldn't open - so he followed his friend through. Now he faces a $173 ticket.

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Vancouver's Parq casino looks to refinance amid debt pressure

04-05-2019 20:00 via cbc.ca

The company that owns Parq Vancouver, which opened in 2017, has deferred payment on a loan twice.

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No injuries, minor damage after cruise ships bump in Vancouver harbour

04-05-2019 19:59 via cbc.ca

Two cruise ships have sustained "minor damage" after they came into contact on Saturday morning in the Port of Vancouver.

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Cruise ships collide at berth near Vancouver’s Canada Place, causing damage

04-05-2019 19:54 via globalnews.ca

The Oosterdam was coming into berth Saturday morning when it rear-ended the Nieuw Amsterdam, which was already docked.

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Vancouver mom lists unique summer camp ideas

04-05-2019 19:00 via cbc.ca

Christine Pilkington is a firm believer in getting urban children into summer camps, especially wilderness activities and sleep away adventures.

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GardenWorks: Vegetable Growing

04-05-2019 18:50 via globalnews.ca

Vegetable growing made easy. Peter from GardenWorks demonstrates a nifty new device that will help grow a vegetable patch.

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Mother’s Day gift ideas

04-05-2019 18:42 via globalnews.ca

Mother’s day is just around the corner. The Style Guys share their ideas on how to throw your mom a fabulous brunch.

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First Nations patrol program restoring Indigenous relationship with land in B.C. Interior

04-05-2019 18:00 via cbc.ca

The Secwepemc Territorial Patrol is helping Secwepemc communities reconnect with their lands, and help local people become stewards of the territory.

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Recipe: Potato-crusted halibut with lemon butter sauce

04-05-2019 17:45 via globalnews.ca

Chef Jin Chong shares a delicious twist on a classic halibut dish.

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Spring Cooking: Potato Crusted Halibut with Lemon Butter Sauce

04-05-2019 17:43 via globalnews.ca

Chef Jin Chong of QCL shows us how to make a perfect spring dinner meal featuring BC halibut.

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When weddings go wrong: 6 tales of woe from the B.C. courts

04-05-2019 17:00 via cbc.ca

If you're in the middle of planning a wedding, you're probably fretting about all the things that could possibly go wrong. Care if we add a few more to the list?

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Open House: Danger of Asbestos

04-05-2019 16:45 via globalnews.ca

It’s important every homeowner knows the dangers of asbestos. Fiona Forbes finds out how to identify and remove it safely when undergoing home renovations.

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British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Position in Svb Finl Group (SIVB) by $2.82 Million; Farr Miller & Washington Increased Verizon Communications (VZ) Holding by $4.03 Million; Share Price Declined - CryptoCoinsTribune

04-05-2019 16:35

British Columbia Investment Management Has Cut Position in Svb Finl Group (SIVB) by $2.82 Million; Farr Miller & Washington Increased Verizon Communications (VZ) Holding by $4.03 Million; Share Price Declined CryptoCoinsTribuneBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp decreased its stake in Svb Finl Group (SIVB) by 45.24% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the ...

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Autodesk (ADSK) Stock Rose While British Columbia Investment Management Has Boosted Position by $874,880; As Conocophillips (COP) Share Price Rose, Shareholder Flossbach Von Storch Ag Has Decreased by $2.64 Million Its Holding - CryptoCoinsTribune

04-05-2019 16:35

Autodesk (ADSK) Stock Rose While British Columbia Investment Management Has Boosted Position by $874,880; As Conocophillips (COP) Share Price Rose, Shareholder Flossbach Von Storch Ag Has Decreased by $2.64 Million Its Holding CryptoCoinsTribuneBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Autodesk Inc (ADSK) by 10.05% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with the SEC.

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Come for the marathon, stay for the holiday: International runners boost lagging attendance at events

04-05-2019 16:00 via cbc.ca

Vancouver can't compete at the same level as major marathons, but organizers say it offers a unique experience for amateur runners who prefer to travel with a purpose.

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Prince George massage therapist faces another sexual misconduct investigation

04-05-2019 15:00 via cbc.ca

In just two weeks last month, three registered massage therapists in B.C. had their practice restricted because of allegations of inappropriate or sexual behaviour with female patients.

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British Columbia Investment Management Continues to Hold Holding in Lockheed Martin (LMT); Pershing Square Capital Management LP Cut Its Howard Hughes (HHC) Holding by $87.27 Million - CryptoCoinsTribune

04-05-2019 11:53

British Columbia Investment Management Continues to Hold Holding in Lockheed Martin (LMT); Pershing Square Capital Management LP Cut Its Howard Hughes (HHC) Holding by $87.27 Million CryptoCoinsTribuneBritish Columbia Investment Management Corp increased its stake in Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT) by 11.66% based on its latest 2018Q4 regulatory filing with ...

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Even in Canada's electric-vehicle utopia, you can't miss what's hampering EV sales

04-05-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

B.C.'s Salt Spring Island might seem like the perfect place to have an electric vehicle, from climate to short driving distances to government rebates. But even there it doesn't take long to see some of the same issues keeping people across Canada from letting go of gasoline-powered transportation.

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Conservatives, Liberals in closer fundraising race in decisive election battlegrounds

04-05-2019 10:00 via cbc.ca

The Conservatives are dominating in fundraising nationwide, but where the money is coming from tells a different story.

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Online auto insurance purchasing coming to B.C.?

04-05-2019 07:22 via globalnews.ca

B.C.’s attorney general says ICBC is looking at introducing online auto insurance sales and renewals, but the system would still be run through brokers to keep costs down. Jordan Armstrong reports.

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Online auto insurance sales and renewals on the way for B.C., attorney general says

04-05-2019 06:37 via globalnews.ca

David Eby promised the province is starting to look at online sales, which would still be managed by brokers.

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Why B.C. won't consider a high school rugby ban anytime soon

04-05-2019 06:00 via cbc.ca

As of this year, all high school coaches have been mandated to take a World Rugby-accredited concussion management course, according to B.C. School Sports.

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WHL Roundup: Friday, May 3, 2019

04-05-2019 05:41 via globalnews.ca

PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. - Dawson Holt's second goal of the game stood as the winner as the Vancouver Giants beat the Prince Albert Raiders 5-4 on Friday in the opener of their Western Hockey League championship series.

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Second Oak Bay firefighter testifies he heard Andrew Berry say ‘kill me’ at alleged murder scene

04-05-2019 05:19 via globalnews.ca

Cody Brown's testimony echoed that of another firefighter who attended the apartment where Berry's two daughters were found killed on Christmas Day 2017.

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Fisheries audit B.C. fish processor after reports of illegal fish bartering

04-05-2019 05:10 via cbc.ca

Fisheries and Oceans Canada is conducting what it describes as a large-scale forensic audit of a fish processing facility near Prince Rupert, B.C.

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‘Pissed off’: How Port Coquitlam’s mayor feels with no money laundering inquiry amid new allegations

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

Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West said the latest allegations are further proof the issue needs to move away from politicians and out into the open.

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Vancouver students skip school for climate change

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

Friday’s march was inspired by the global, youth-led, Climate Strike movement and saw thousands take to the streets of downtown Vancouver in protest of government inaction on climate change.

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Vancouver Tesla drivers get 22 new downtown supercharging stations

04-05-2019 04:53 via cbc.ca

Tesla drivers celebrated on Friday with a ribbon cutting, officially opening a set of 22 new supercharging stations in downtown Vancouver.

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Vancouver art house to auction off Matisse worth at least $3.8 million

04-05-2019 04:09 via cbc.ca

Heffel Fine Art Auction House says it's the highest pre-sale evaluation ever made of a painting in Canada.

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Landmark study could mean end to AIDS epidemic

04-05-2019 03:54 via globalnews.ca

A groundbreaking study from European researchers has provided conclusive evidence that with proper antiretroviral treatment, the AIDS virus is un-transmittable — meaning new infections could be a thing of the past. Today’s Global News Hour at 6 Health Matters is brought to you by Pharmasave.

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Provincial government casino revenue

04-05-2019 03:53 via globalnews.ca

You may be surprised at how much revenue casinos in B.C. bring in and as Keith Baldrey reports, the numbers may be an indication of why Victoria hasn’t been eager to change the status quo.

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Federal leaders campaign in Nanaimo before byelection

04-05-2019 03:53 via globalnews.ca

Days from the federal byelection vote Monday, the city of Nanaimo is getting some more national attention with two party leaders hitting the campaign trail with a last minute message. Richard Zussman reports.

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Buyer’s market as some Metro Vancouver condo prices coming down

04-05-2019 03:53 via globalnews.ca

Metro Vancouver is finally getting a break on real estate: the latest figures show April sales at nearly 50 per cent below the ten-year average. As Aaron McArthur reports, at least one new condo development is even offering discount prices.

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