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• Mediator brought in to labour dispute at Vancouver Art Gallery

  09-02-2019 23:33 via vancouversun.com
  Both sides involved in a labour dispute at the Vancouver Art Gallery will meet with a mediator on Sunday.
  The gallery, in downtown Vancouver, remains open but operating with a skeleton staff after 200 unionized workers went on strike on Tuesday morning.
  The Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 15, says, in a statement that it had applied to the B.C. Labour Relations Board for a mediator
  CUPE 15 President Warren Williams says that after eight months of bargaining, members are frustrated the
  
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• Squamish-Lillooet district still grappling with short-term rentals

  09-02-2019 23:22
  
  Regional district board members divided over right level of regulation and whether it should be enforced based on complaints
  
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• Health officials confirm measles case in Vancouver

  09-02-2019 23:12 via globalnews.ca
  The patient was diagnosed with the disease on Feb. 7.
  
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• Steve Ewen: Warriors’ offence has a Bal, powers LAX squad past Seals in San Diego

  09-02-2019 23:11 via theprovince.com
  Keegan Bal took his turn Friday night as the Vancouver Warriors’ go-to guy on offence.
  The right-hander, who had seven goals in seven games heading into Vancouver’s visit to San Diego, scored six times against the Seals and set up four more in a 14-6 National Lacrosse League victory before an announced crowd of 8,706 at San Diego’s Pechanga Arena.
  Coach Chris Gill has said that Vancouver’s motion offence should open up different players on different nights.
  With the win,
  
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• Vancouver Art Gallery strike heading to mediation

  09-02-2019 23:02 via globalnews.ca
  The parties are scheduled to meet Sunday morning at 9 a.m.
  
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• Steve Ewen: Surging Giants take aim at Silvertips, top seed in Western Conference

  09-02-2019 22:43 via theprovince.com
  The Vancouver Giants were 16 points behind the Everett Silvertips heading into the Jan. 10 Western Hockey League trade deadline.
  The Giants (36-13-2-1) woke up Saturday morning only one point back.
  Vancouver has gone 12-1-0-1 since the trade cutoff and have clawed their way back into contention for top seed in the Western Conference playoffs, which get rolling in just over a month’s time.
  The Giants didn’t play Saturday, but were watching with great interest as Everett (37-13-1-1) pl
  
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• Vancouver Art Gallery strike heading to mediation - Global News

  09-02-2019 22:02 via globalnews.ca
  Vancouver Art Gallery strike heading to mediation  Global NewsThe parties are scheduled to meet Sunday morning at 9 a.m..
  
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• Sven Baertschi diagnosed with post-concussion syndrome

  09-02-2019 21:47 via theprovince.com
  Canucks winger Sven Baertschi is dealing with post-concussion syndrome, head coach Travis Green confirmed Saturday.
  Baertschi has been feeling ill since at least last Sunday morning, the day after the Canucks played the Colorado Avalanche in Denver. He hadn’t reported any symptoms ahead of the game.
  The symptoms he’s feeling appear to be related to a concussion sustained in October from a head-high hit from the Vegas Golden Knights’ Tomas Hyka.
  “It’s not a new concu
  
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• 45 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Sunday, February 10 - Straight.com

  09-02-2019 21:13 via straight.com
  45 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Sunday, February 10  Straight.comLooking for something to do on Sunday? The Straight's got you covered. Here are 45 events happening in or around Vancouver on Sunday, February 10.
  
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• B.C. windstorm: Thousands without power, BC Ferries sailings cancelled as 90 km/h winds lash coast

  09-02-2019 20:39
  
  BC Ferries has issued a travel advisory and cancelled several of its sailings due to strong winds
  
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• Canucks prospect Madden following Gaudette's footsteps at Northeastern - Daily Hive

  09-02-2019 20:26 via dailyhive.com
  Canucks prospect Madden following Gaudette's footsteps at Northeastern  Daily HiveTyler Madden is having an incredible NCAA season at Northeastern University, faring better than Hobey Baker Trophy winner Adam Gaudette.
  
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• Delta police warn of overseas sextortion scam targeting teen boys and men

  09-02-2019 20:18 via globalnews.ca
  According to police, the scammers have been reaching out to their targets using social media, including apps and video chat.
  
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• Over 30,000 without power on Vancouver Island, public urged to turn off electronics before restoration - CHEK

  09-02-2019 20:12 via cheknews.ca
  Over 30,000 without power on Vancouver Island, public urged to turn off electronics before restoration  CHEKOver 30000 BC Hydro customers are without power on Vancouver Island following strong winds over Friday night. The public is also urged to turn off appliances ...
  
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• Fred Lee’s Social Network: Crazy8s helps support emerging B.C. filmmakers

  09-02-2019 20:00 via theprovince.com
  CRAZY RICH FILMS: In the past two decades, the Crazy 8s Short Film Festival has established itself as Metro Vancouver’s prestigious filmmaking event. During this period, 109 films have been created and screened locally and abroad, launching the careers of many celebrated filmmakers.
  The festival was created to provide support to emerging filmmakers in British Columbia who had little or no access to funding for short films. Budding filmmakers are provided $1000 and a production package supp
  
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• Union seeks mediator in Vancouver Art Gallery labour dispute

  09-02-2019 19:44 via vancouversun.com
  Both sides involved in a labour dispute at the Vancouver Art Gallery will meet with a mediator Sunday.
  The gallery, located in downtown Vancouver, remains open but operating with a skeleton staff after 200 unionized workers went on strike Tuesday morning.
  The Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 15, says, in a statement, that it has applied to the B.C. Labour Relations Board for a mediator.
  CUPE 15 President Warren Williams says after eight months of bargaining, members are frustrated the g
  
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• Man dead after being hit by transit bus in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside

  09-02-2019 19:39
  
  Vancouver police say a 63-year old city man is dead after being hit by a transit bus
  
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• Tens of thousands without power as frigid windstorm slams South Coast

  09-02-2019 19:31 via globalnews.ca
  Powerful, cold winds slammed the South Coast overnight, knocking out power to more than 72,000 people at the peak of the storm.
  
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• Ferries cancelled, tens of thousands without power as frigid windstorm slams South Coast

  09-02-2019 19:31 via globalnews.ca
  Powerful, cold winds slammed the South Coast overnight, knocking out power to more than 72,000 people at the peak of the storm.
  
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• February windstorm leaves thousands without power across South Coast

  09-02-2019 19:31 via globalnews.ca
  BC Hydro spokesperson Kevin Aquino provides an update on efforts to restore power across the South Coast.
  
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• Vancouver Giants wrap up road trip with 3-1 victory in Kamloops - Peace Arch News

  09-02-2019 19:30 via peacearchnews.com
  Vancouver Giants wrap up road trip with 3-1 victory in Kamloops  Peace Arch NewsNext up, the G-Men are back at home at the Langley Events Centre Sunday to take down the Cougars.
  
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• GardenWorks: Repotting Orchids

  09-02-2019 18:48 via globalnews.ca
  Scott from GardenWorks shares his tips and tricks for repotting orchids.
  
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• Variety Show of Hearts: Delhi 2 Dublin

  09-02-2019 18:42 via globalnews.ca
  Coleen Christie is joined by ‘Delhi 2 Dublin’ to discuss their upcoming performance on Variety Show of Hearts.
  
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• Flames open road trip in Vancouver against Canucks - TSN

  09-02-2019 18:40 via tsn.ca
  Flames open road trip in Vancouver against Canucks  TSNPut the video into the round file, delete it from the virtual and personal memory banks and move along. It's time for the Calgary Flames to do just that after a ...
  
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• High winds cause power outages, B.C. Ferries to cancel sailings

  09-02-2019 18:36 via vancouversun.com
  Arctic winds slapped the South Coast Friday evening and Saturday, causing ferry cancellations and power outages.
  As of Saturday morning, more than 74,000 B.C. Hydro customers in the Lower Mainland, Sunshine Coast, and Vancouver Island were without power because of the high winds.
  BC Hydro spokesman Kevin Aquino said a lot of tree and branches had come into contact with electrical equipment. He added that there were also several reports of downed power lines.
  “This is a safety issue. We are
  
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• Kamloops entrepreneur shares ins and outs of sex doll business at Vancouver trade show - Kamloops Matters

  09-02-2019 18:35 via kamloopsmatters.com
  Kamloops entrepreneur shares ins and outs of sex doll business at Vancouver trade show  Kamloops MattersCould the business model for a popular sex doll rental *service* work in Vancouver?
  
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• Burned-out house for sale for $1M in Metro Vancouver - CTV News

  09-02-2019 18:28 via ctvnews.ca
  Burned-out house for sale for $1M in Metro Vancouver  CTV NewsIt may have unsightly tarps covering half of its exterior and boarded up windows, but that hasn't prevented a burnt-out house in Metro Vancouver from being ...
  
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• Incredible road to recovery for B.C. hockey prospect

  09-02-2019 18:25 via globalnews.ca
  Alec Capstick was on the fast track to the NHL when he was struck down by a mysterious illness. Now he’s back on the ice and sharing his story.
  
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• Recipe: Hearty southern baked beans

  09-02-2019 17:40 via globalnews.ca
  Hearty and flavourful, these beans will help you forget the sub-zero temperatures.
  
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• Battle of the Badges

  09-02-2019 17:23 via globalnews.ca
  Jay Janower is joined by Delta Councillor, Lois Jackson, and Delta Fire Chief, Paul Schofield, to discuss this year’s ‘Battle of the Badges’.
  
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• Vancouver Weather: No snow? There could still be more on way - Vancouver Sun

  09-02-2019 17:21 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver Weather: No snow? There could still be more on way  Vancouver SunEnvironment Canada has lifted the weather alert for snow, but says there's still a chance for some flurries on Sunday.
  
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• Vancouver Weather: No snow? There could still be more on way

  09-02-2019 17:21 via vancouversun.com
  VANCOUVER, B.C. – Well, Metro Vancouver didn’t get that dump of snow that was in the forecast for Friday and Saturday, but it did see some howling Arctic winds overnight. Environment Canada has lifted the special weather statement Saturday for snow in the region. The agency says Saturday is expected to be mainly cloudy, with sunny breaks, zero degrees, and winds gusting up to 70 km/hr. However, that wind should diminish later in the day. Tonight is going to be clear and frosty, with
  
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• Seals Fall Flat At Pechanga Arena, Suffer 14-6 Loss To Vancouver - National Lacrosse League

  09-02-2019 17:04 via nll.com
  Seals Fall Flat At Pechanga Arena, Suffer 14-6 Loss To Vancouver  National Lacrosse LeagueStreaks ended Friday night. The San Diego Seals suffered a blowout loss to the visiting Vancouver Warriors at Pechanga Arena San Diego, putting an end to ...
  
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• Open House: BC Home and Garden Show

  09-02-2019 16:40 via globalnews.ca
  Michael Newman gets a preview of what to expect at this year’s BC Home and Garden Show.
  
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• No winning ticket for Friday night's $10 million Lotto Max jackpot

  09-02-2019 16:32
  
  The jackpot is going to go up...
  
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• Bob Seger delivers a night Vancouver will never forget - Vancouver Weekly

  09-02-2019 15:59 via vancouverweekly.com
  Bob Seger delivers a night Vancouver will never forget  Vancouver WeeklyFans showed up in groups that spanned generations to celebrate classic rock legend Bob Seger's final tour on Thursday.
  
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• BC Home + Garden Show: Find everything you need to know for your next big project

  09-02-2019 15:32 via vancouversun.com
  It doesn’t matter how many times it’s happened before: Every time the BC Home + Garden show opens, show manager Tyson Kidd feels a mix of excitement and satisfaction at a job well done.
  “We really try to keep ourselves dialled in to what’s fresh and exciting,” he says. “We work with so many skilled designers and landscapers and renovators, who keep us tuned into hot button issues and trends that work for our speakers’ stages.”
  This year, the speake
  
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• Yurts offer a whole new take on compact living

  09-02-2019 15:30 via vancouversun.com
  In the conversation around creative solutions for livable or usable space, the BC Home + Garden Show has previously presented tiny houses and shipping-container homes.
  For 2019, it’s all about yurt living.
  A yurt—also known as a ger in Mongolia—is a circular tent designed for year-round living or use. While designed to be highly portable for its original nomadic users, it can also be set up at a permanent location. The base is a cylinder, wider than it is tall, topped by a dome
  
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• Jane Stoller promises decluttering your home will improve your life

  09-02-2019 15:29 via vancouversun.com
  First things first, says Jane Stoller, principal of Organized Jane. Getting organized is not as complicated as it seems.
  “It could be as simple as taking 10 minutes a day to tidy up,” explains the life and business organizer, who will be speaking at this year’s BC Home + Garden Show. “Start small, chip away at it, and make it a habit, part of your daily routine.”
  Stoller says it’s key to have a conversation about how being organized will improve your quality o
  
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• The experts share all their best advice at the Vancouver Sun Gardeners’ School

  09-02-2019 15:27 via vancouversun.com
  Few things in life are more rewarding than planting a seed, nurturing the plant through its growth cycle and harvesting the bounty of vegetables, fruit and flowers.
  Now you can learn how to make the most of your outdoor space with advice from the gardening gurus at the Vancouver Sun Gardeners’ School at the BC Home + Garden Show at BC Place.
  Among them is landscape designer and television personality Carson Arthur of Cityline and HGTV’s Home to Win, who will be speaking about patio a
  
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• Island time with Bryan Baeumler

  09-02-2019 15:25 via vancouversun.com
  As a frequent and popular speaker at home shows across the country, contractor and HGTV host Bryan Baeumler (Bryan Inc.) feels confident he can guide people through pretty much any renovation dilemma.
  “In Vancouver I get a lot of questions about moisture issues, and there are always people concerned about foundations and framing,” he says. “I’ve worked on enough houses to be basically familiar with pretty much any situation out there.”
  Throwing himself and his famil
  
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• Kitchen design inspired by memories of the Caribbean

  09-02-2019 15:23 via vancouversun.com
  Memories of the Caribbean—the distinctive blue waters and golden beaches—inspired the kitchen’s colour and material choices when this recently purchased 1980s-era Surrey home underwent a complete renovation.
  “This client loved the turquoise-teal-blue sea colour, reminiscent of holidays in the Caribbean, and she wanted to make it a focal point,” says interior designer Morgan Weldrick of My House Design/Build/Team. “Most people are scared of committing to [a col
  
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• Gleaming finishes and functional features make this kitchen one for the family of the future

  09-02-2019 15:22 via vancouversun.com
  This 13-by-13-foot display suite kitchen for the Osler Residences by Alabaster Homes’ 80-unit townhouse development in Marpole provided a modern foundation that enabled homebuyers to inject their own style and colour preferences into the space, says Jennifer Hawk, principal of Occupy Design, who designed the kitchen.
  “The inspiration for the kitchens was to provide a beautiful and functional space for today’s Vancouver families,” says Hawk. “We wanted the space to f
  
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• From the French Impressionists to images of dust, Vancouver’s art galleries interpret the world around us in visual form - Vancouver Sun

  09-02-2019 15:21 via vancouversun.com
  From the French Impressionists to images of dust, Vancouver’s art galleries interpret the world around us in visual form  Vancouver SunSixty paintings and sculptures on loan from the Brooklyn Museum cover the key movements in and around Paris between 1850 and 1950. Organized into ...
  
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• An unplanned kitchen reno becomes a serene refuge

  09-02-2019 15:21 via vancouversun.com
  Inspired by its location on the edge of a forest, the kitchen in this North Vancouver home exudes West Coast style by focusing on its connection to the outdoors, incorporating natural wood finishes and maximizing the benefits of natural light.
  The kitchen was originally outside the scope of planned renovations, but when the wall separating the kitchen from the living room was replaced with a 22-foot-long structural beam, the owners quickly realized it would have to be included to get the look an
  
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• From the French Impressionists to images of dust, Vancouver’s art galleries interpret the world around us in visual form

  09-02-2019 15:20 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver Art Gallery
  Sixty paintings and sculptures on loan from the Brooklyn Museum cover the key movements in and around Paris between 1850 and 1950. Organized into several sections, French Moderns exhibits work by Pierre Bonnard, Gustave Caillebotte, Paul Cézanne, Marc Chagall, Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, Gustave Courbet, Edgar Degas, Édouard Manet, Henri Matisse, Claude Monet, Berthe Morisot, Gabriele Münter, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Auguste Rodin.
  French Moderns: Monet
  
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• Canada’s new foodie destination, Edmonton

  09-02-2019 15:20 via vancouversun.com
  Almond croissant and madeleine at Duchess Bake Shop.
  Edmonton may be way up north by the 53rd parallel, but it’s hardly the boondocks. Well, not unless you’re actually at Bündok, the busy little 38-seat bistro on Edmonton’s 104th Street that found its way onto enRoute magazine’s influential top 10 list last year.
  “These last two years have been crazy,” says chef-owner Ryan Hotchkiss. Edmontonians have known for ages just how great their city’s culin
  
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• Spacious Vancouver townhome offers 'sumptuous master ensuite' - Vancouver Sun

  09-02-2019 15:11 via vancouversun.com
  Spacious Vancouver townhome offers 'sumptuous master ensuite'  Vancouver SunThe big sell: This two-level townhouse resides in Concord Pacific's high-end Kings Landing complex that won a coveted Georgie Award for Best Multi-Family ...
  
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• Hockey Day in Canada showcases key games for country’s NHL teams

  09-02-2019 14:50 via globalnews.ca
  Six of Canada's seven squads are still in the hunt for playoff spots, making each of this year's Hockey Day in Canada matchups an opportunity to collect crucial points.
  
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• A 'damn disgusting' NHL expansion that excluded Vancouver - CBC.ca

  09-02-2019 14:30 via cbc.ca
  A 'damn disgusting' NHL expansion that excluded Vancouver  CBC.caA little over a half-century ago, the NHL was bringing pro hockey to six more cities, but Vancouver was then not one of them.
  
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• Canucks Game Day: Rested Vancouver aims to re-ignite playoff push tonight against Flames

  09-02-2019 14:00 via theprovince.com
  NEXT GAME: SATURDAY
  Calgary Flames at Vancouver Canucks
  7 p.m., Rogers Arena, TV: CBC, Sportsnet, Radio: Sportsnet 650 AMTHE BIG MATCHUP
  Elias Pettersson vs. Johnny Gaudreau
  Tonight’s tilt features the Calder Trophy favourite as rookie of the year versus a leading contender for the Hart Trophy as league MVP.
  The Flames are playing winning hockey for a lot of reasons: Gaudreau’s dazzling play is a major one. The Canucks are a wildly different team with and without Pettersson: Wit
  
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