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• Ed Willes’ Musings: What happens if the Toronto Raptors can re-sign Kawhi Leonard?

  21-05-2019 23:41 via theprovince.com
  Have to admit, didn't see Bran as the new ruler of the Six Kingdoms, mostly because I thought his name was Bram until the last episode. Speaking of being easily confused, here are the musings and meditations on the world of sports. Read More
  
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• These 8 Vancouver bars made Canada's 50 Best Bars of 2019 list - Vancouver Is Awesome

  21-05-2019 23:38 via vancouverisawesome.com
  These 8 Vancouver bars made Canada's 50 Best Bars of 2019 list  Vancouver Is AwesomeNow in its second year, Canada's 50 Best Bars ranks watering holes nationwide, celebrating the best of where to belly up. For 2019, eight Vancouver spots ...
  
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• Vegan Ontario firefighter files human rights complaint over food served while battling B.C. wildfire

  21-05-2019 23:22 via globalnews.ca
  Adam Knauff argues he was discriminated against for his sincerely held ethical beliefs, or creed.
  
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• Horse-drawn carriage supporters in Victoria plan rally

  21-05-2019 23:11 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA — Supporters of Victoria’s horse-drawn carriages plan a rally on Thursday after learning city councillors have asked staff to examine phasing out the industry. Read More
  
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• Saskatoon to host inaugural Canadian Elite Basketball League final

  21-05-2019 22:59 via globalnews.ca
  A few weeks into its inaugural tip-off, the CEBL has announced the host city where the league’s first-ever champion will be crowned.
  
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• North Vancouver man has been missing since April 29 - Vancouver Sun

  21-05-2019 22:58 via vancouversun.com
  North Vancouver man has been missing since April 29  Vancouver SunTimothy Marc Delahaye, 29, was last seen on April 29 in Cultus Lake Park.
  
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• Vancouver City Hall closed, evacuated following power outage - Global News

  21-05-2019 22:57 via globalnews.ca
  Vancouver City Hall closed, evacuated following power outage  Global NewsAccording the city the outage only affects the City Hall building at 12th Avenue itself.
  
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• North Vancouver man has been missing since April 29

  21-05-2019 22:57 via vancouversun.com
  The RCMP is asking the public for help finding a North Vancouver man who has been missing for nearly a month. Read More
  
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• Vancouver City Hall closed, evacuated following power outage

  21-05-2019 22:56 via globalnews.ca
  According the city the outage only affects the City Hall building at 12th Avenue itself.
  
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• Surrey man accused of fraud and impersonating police officer

  21-05-2019 22:52 via vancouversun.com
  Charges have been laid against a Surrey man who is accused of impersonating a police officer in an attempt to obtain money from an elderly couple. Read More
  
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• B.C. forest industry can expect the loss of another 12 sawmills over next decade, analyst estimates

  21-05-2019 22:42 via vancouversun.com
  Tolko Industries' decision to close its Quest sawmill in Quesnel was greeted less with shock than resignation in certain circles with one report predicting the equivalent of 12 more will be shuttered in the next decade to cope with B.C.'s shrinking timber supply. Read More
  
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• Adopt a Pet: Zorro

  21-05-2019 22:38 via globalnews.ca
  This rambunctious young mixed breed dog is looking for his forever home. If you think you can take on Zorro, please contact the BC SPCA at 604-709-4670.
  
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• Health Matters: Hearing Loss Awareness

  21-05-2019 22:35 via globalnews.ca
  Audiologist Ted Venema explains the common causes of hearing loss and what can be done both to prevent further hearing loss and help restore some hearing.
  
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• Oil companies may be called to testify under province's gas price probe

  21-05-2019 22:26 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA — Major oil companies will be called to testify in front of B.C.'s independent energy regulator as part of its inquiry into why Metro Vancouver's gasoline prices are the highest in North America. Read More
  
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• Power outage closes Vancouver city hall

  21-05-2019 22:22
  
  B.C. Hydro was on scene Tuesday at city hall to investigate what caused a power outage and forced the evacuation of staff and visitors.
  
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• Bhavkiran Dhesi's boyfriend and his mom charged in her murder

  21-05-2019 22:17 via vancouversun.com
  The mother of a man accused in the 2017 killing of Bhavkiran Dhesi has been charged with being an accessory to her murder. Read More
  
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• A Harry Potter-themed bar crawl is happening in Vancouver next month (VIDEO) - Daily Hive

  21-05-2019 22:17 via dailyhive.com
  A Harry Potter-themed bar crawl is happening in Vancouver next month (VIDEO)  Daily HiveThis magical event will bring Harry Potter fans from around the city together to enjoy drink specials and Harry Potter-themed drinks at each bar.
  
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• Tribute event for Vancouver sportswriter Jason Botchford announced

  21-05-2019 22:08 via theprovince.com
  A tribute event for popular Vancouver sportswriter Jason Botchford will be hosted at the Commodore Ballroom next month. Read More
  
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• B.C. deploying 267 personnel to help Alberta with out-of-control wildfires

  21-05-2019 22:06 via globalnews.ca
  Hundreds of B.C. wildfire fighters are packing their bags and heading east of the Rockies, as Alberta grapples with an early start to the fire season.
  
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• Regulator given 3 months to probe causes of B.C.’s sky-high gas prices

  21-05-2019 22:01 via globalnews.ca
  The B.C. Utilities Commission will now have the power to compel oil companies to explain prices.
  
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• Weekend warrior? Tackle these 10 transit-friendly Vancouver adventures - Vancouver Is Awesome

  21-05-2019 22:00 via vancouverisawesome.com
  Weekend warrior? Tackle these 10 transit-friendly Vancouver adventures  Vancouver Is AwesomeNot for the faint of heart, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is one of the best known and most beloved attractions in Greater Vancouver.
  
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• Vancouver police officer charged with dangerous driving in bike crash

  21-05-2019 22:00
  
  Const. Luke Bokenfohr is second VPD officer to face same charge since January. Collision occurred in evening at West 46th Avenue and Oak Street.
  
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• How Indigenous midwives help reconnect women with culture and pregnancy care

  21-05-2019 21:59 via globalnews.ca
  Accessing an Indigenous midwife in Canada today is nearly impossible, according to Carol Couchie, an Indigenous midwife and co-chair of the National Aboriginal Council of Midwives.
  
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• Privacy commissioner says he can't investigate alleged Sims misconduct

  21-05-2019 21:58 via vancouversun.com
  B.C.’s information and privacy commissioner says he does not have the authority to investigate a cabinet minister accused of hiding records from the public because of “serious shortcomings” in B.C. law that undercut the public's right to know about government decisions. Read More
  
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• Want to invest in Vancouver commercial property? Here are 5 tips

  21-05-2019 21:54 via vancouversun.com
  The frenzied run-up in Canada’s big city residential property markets since the last recession certainly pushed a lot of wannabe investors to the sidelines. More recently, the downturns now being experienced in Toronto, Vancouver and other big cities will likely keep many prospective investors dubious about sinking their nest eggs into the housing market. Read More
  
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• Thinking of investing in Canadian commercial property? Here are 5 tips for new investors - Vancouver Sun

  21-05-2019 21:54 via vancouversun.com
  Thinking of investing in Canadian commercial property? Here are 5 tips for new investors  Vancouver SunYou don't need to be wealthy to own commercial real estate, and there are more opportunities with the downturns in the Vancouver and Toronto markets.
  
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• Federal government offers millions to help B.C. police spot drugged driving

  21-05-2019 21:35 via vancouversun.com
  The federal government is boosting funding to help police officers in B.C. to recognize drug-impaired drivers. Read More
  
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• Federal government funds millions to help B.C. police spot drugged driving

  21-05-2019 21:30 via globalnews.ca
  Border Security and Organized Crime Reduction Minister Bill Blair announced funding of $10.1 million over five years to increase the number of officers trained in field sobriety testing and drug recognition.
  
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• Get tickets to Vancouver's highly-anticipated Cheese and Meat Festival this week - Daily Hive

  21-05-2019 21:25 via dailyhive.com
  Get tickets to Vancouver's highly-anticipated Cheese and Meat Festival this week  Daily HiveWhen it comes to awesome culinary events in the city, the Vancouver Cheese and Meat Festival is one of the top shindigs of the year for foodies.
  
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• Bhavkiran Dhesi's boyfriend and his mom charged in her murder - Vancouver Sun

  21-05-2019 21:18 via vancouversun.com
  Bhavkiran Dhesi's boyfriend and his mom charged in her murder  Vancouver SunThe latest update follows the announcement of charges that were approved earlier this month against Dhesi's boyfriend Harjot Singh Deo.
  
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• Mother of accused charged in Kiran Dhesi murder case

  21-05-2019 21:17 via globalnews.ca
  Manjit Kaur Deo, mother of Harjot Singh Deo, has been charged with being an accessory after the fact to the murder of Kiran Dhesi.
  
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• A dazzling full strawberry moon is set to illuminate Vancouver skies - Vancouver Is Awesome

  21-05-2019 21:11 via vancouverisawesome.com
  A dazzling full strawberry moon is set to illuminate Vancouver skies  Vancouver Is AwesomeSpring is in full bloom and Metro Vancouver residents will get the chance to view a magnificent full strawberry moon to celebrate the season.
  
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• Russia commandeers ships leased to B.C.-based Arctic tour company

  21-05-2019 20:58 via vancouversun.com
  The Russian government has abruptly ordered two ice-strengthened ships to remain at home just four weeks before they were contracted to begin the Arctic season under lease to B.C.-based One Ocean Expeditions. Read More
  
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• Vancouver police officer charged in 2018 collision with cyclist - Global News

  21-05-2019 20:48 via globalnews.ca
  Vancouver police officer charged in 2018 collision with cyclist  Global NewsA Vancouver police officer who was involved in a collision with a cyclist last May has now been charged, according to the B.C. Prosecution *Service*.
  
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• Vancouver police officer charged in 2018 collision with cyclist

  21-05-2019 20:48 via globalnews.ca
  Const. Luke Bokenfohr's vehicle struck a cyclist at the intersection of 46th Avenue and Oak Street around 10 p.m. on May 18, 2018.
  
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• International: 20 bestselling books for the week of May 18

  21-05-2019 20:42 via vancouversun.com
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• Vancouver police officer charged with dangerous driving causing injury

  21-05-2019 20:38 via theprovince.com
  A Vancouver police officer has been charged with dangerous driving causing bodily harm in connection with a crash that put a cyclist in hospital. Read More
  
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• Vancouver weather: sunshine and toasty temperatures this week

  21-05-2019 20:37
  
  While Victoria Day was dismal in the Lower Mainland, brighter days are forecast for Metro Vancouver
  
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• ‘Disgusting’ state of parkades and city streets reflects diminishing civic pride in Vancouver

  21-05-2019 20:37
  
  Last week, I parked in EasyPark’s Lot 2 parkade at Cambie and Pender.
  
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• Beloved Port Moody community builder to be remembered with street name

  21-05-2019 20:20
  
  At its meeting last Tuesday, Port Moody council agreed Miner Lane in Pleasantside should be renamed after one of the community's most beloved builders, Bill McCracken, who died last year.
  
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• A $100000 treasure hunt is coming to Vancouver this summer - Daily Hive

  21-05-2019 20:08 via dailyhive.com
  A $100000 treasure hunt is coming to Vancouver this summer  Daily HiveA treasure hunt is coming to three Canadian cities this summer to help you live out your best Indiana Jones-style fantasies.
  
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• Pokémon pop-up bar coming to Vancouver on October 27 - Daily Hive

  21-05-2019 20:02 via dailyhive.com
  Pokémon pop-up bar coming to Vancouver on October 27  Daily HiveAnd the trend of themed pop-ups, brunches, and parties continues – it's just been announced that a Pokémon pop-up bar is slated to come to Vancouver.
  
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• Seven things to do in Vancouver, May 24-30: Runaway Jane, Black Mother, and more - Vancouver Sun

  21-05-2019 20:01 via vancouversun.com
  Seven things to do in Vancouver, May 24-30: Runaway Jane, Black Mother, and more  Vancouver SunWhether you're looking for date ideas, free things to do or just something fun to do in downtown Vancouver, you can't go wrong with our list of events happening ...
  
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• Mother of accused in Kiran Dhesi murder case also charged

  21-05-2019 19:38 via globalnews.ca
  IHIT announced additional charges in the murder of Kiran Dhesi. Manjit Deo, mother of Harjot Deo, has been charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder.
  
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• Mother of accused also charged in connection with murder of Kiran Dhesi

  21-05-2019 19:36 via globalnews.ca
  According to court documents, Manjit Kaur Deo has been charged with being an accessory after the fact to murder.
  
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• $90 billion in lost home value in Metro Vancouver over the past year: report - Daily Hive

  21-05-2019 19:29 via dailyhive.com
  $90 billion in lost home value in Metro Vancouver over the past year: report  Daily HiveHome values across Metro Vancouver have taken quite a beating over the past 12 months, cutting much of the equity gained by homeowners in recent years.
  
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• Vancouver two-bedroom apartments now cost close to $3,000: rent report

  21-05-2019 19:18 via vancouversun.com
  A two-bedroom apartment in Vancouver now costs close to $3,000, according to a new report made publicthis week. Read More
  
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• B.C.’s money laundering inquiry will be a media circus

  21-05-2019 19:18
  
  Four years ago this week, I explained why neither provincial nor municipal politicians would dare intervene in the real estate market in order to drive down home prices.
  
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• Bhavkiran Dhesi's boyfriend and his mom charged in connection with her murder

  21-05-2019 19:16 via vancouversun.com
  A second person has been charged in connection with the murder of 19-year-old Surrey woman Bhavkiran Dhesi. Read More
  
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• Housing Matters podcast: Seattle eyes development through social justice lens

  21-05-2019 19:13 via vancouversun.com
  LISTEN: Host Stuart McNish is joined by Seattle City Director of Planning Samuel Assefa for a wide-ranging conversation about his city's vision to ensure livability, affordability and equitability. Read More
  
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