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• UPDATED: Premier rejects Liberal offer for a new Speaker

  30-05-2019 23:58 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA – Speaker Darryl Plecas called an investigation conducted by the former chief justice of the Supreme Court of Canada "pathetic" and said she was "stupid" for having listened to the accused men, according to the Opposition Liberal house leader who was in the room and took notes of the conversation. Read More
  
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• BC Liberals raise ‘grave concerns’ over Speaker’s actions in cloning hard drives of senior legislature staff

  30-05-2019 23:46 via globalnews.ca
  The B.C. legislature has once again descended into a degree of chaos following the actions of Speaker Darryl Plecas.
  
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• How fake news culture and technology played out in a suspicious Lake Country incident

  30-05-2019 23:45 via globalnews.ca
  A woman in Lake Country, B.C., called the police after she said a man took photos of her from his vehicle. It turned out both parties were suspicious of each other.
  
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• Watchdog to probe VPD officer who allegedly shoved anti-pipeline protester

  30-05-2019 23:34 via globalnews.ca
  The incident happened outside a federal Liberal fundraiser featuring Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at Vancouver's Opus Hotel on May 22.
  
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• Pipeline protesters help B.C. woman after allegedly being pushed by VPD officer

  30-05-2019 23:18 via globalnews.ca
  A Global News camera captured the scene at an anti-pipeline protest after a VPD officer allegedly pushed a woman to the ground.
  
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• Movie Minute: Rocketman review

  30-05-2019 23:08 via vancouversun.com
  Does Rocketman, the new bio-pic starring Taron Egerton as Sir Elton John, soar? Will it make fans of the legendary singer/songwriter sing? Or will the film burn out like a candle in the wind? Check out this week's Movie Minute with Postmedia movie critic Dana Gee and Arts & Life editor Aleesha Harris to see what they have to say about the Dexter Fletcher-directed film. Read More
  
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• B.C. mom shocked to learn her donated breast milk was sold for profit

  30-05-2019 23:08 via globalnews.ca
  "It gave me a sick feeling — this was meant for a baby. I hope in the end a needy baby got it."
  
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• SPCA seizes 15 neglected dogs from Chilliwack 'puppy mill'

  30-05-2019 22:56 via vancouversun.com
  Charges are pending against a Fraser Valley dog breeder after the B.C. SPCA seized 15 badly neglected dogs from a home in the Chilliwack-Rosedale area. Read More
  
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• Entire top-floor penthouse of Coal Harbour tower listed at $15.5M (PHOTOS)

  30-05-2019 22:49
  
  Ultra-luxe Vancouver home has 360-degree city, ocean and mountain views and is the region’s priciest new condo listing of the week
  
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• Canadian garbage on its way from Philippines to Vancouver - CBC.ca

  30-05-2019 22:40 via cbc.ca
  Canadian garbage on its way from Philippines to Vancouver  CBC.caSixty-nine shipping containers of fetid Canadian trash are being loaded onto a container ship in the Philippine port of Subic. They are expected to arrive in B.C. ...
  
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• In The House podcast: Is B.C. NDP toolbox empty when it comes to blocking TMX?

  30-05-2019 22:13 via vancouversun.com
  Rob Shaw and Mike Smyth talk about the Court of Appeal's decision on the pipeline reference question, Jody Wilson-Raybould's decision to run as an independent, the costs of investigating the legislature scandal, and the surprisingly moderate and popular performance of the NDP government as we reach the end of the spring legislative session. Read More
  
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• Demand for tech talent up 25 percent in Vancouver - Straight.com

  30-05-2019 22:01 via straight.com
  Demand for tech talent up 25 percent in Vancouver  Straight.comThe Vancouver tech industry is exploding. More than 75,000 individuals now work for the city's technology companies: a figure has risen so fast that the sector's ...
  
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• Tentative agreement reached in B.C. port lockout

  30-05-2019 21:57 via globalnews.ca
  It’s the news unionized port workers, their employer and the retail industry have been hoping for. A tentative agreement has been hammered out to avert a labour dispute that threatened to shut down all ports in B.C. — one that could have cost the Canadian economy billions of dollars every day. Neetu Garcha reports.
  
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• Road work will close two lanes on Alex Fraser Bridge next two weekends

  30-05-2019 21:49 via vancouversun.com
  The Ministry of Transportation is advising drivers that two lanes of the Alex Fraser Bridge will be closed to traffic the next two weekends as crews complete repair work on the span's south approach. Read More
  
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• B.C. minimum wage to climb by $1.20 an hour Saturday, will hit $15.20 by 2021

  30-05-2019 21:44 via globalnews.ca
  The government says the increase will boost affordability, while some businesses worry about the impact of growing costs.
  
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• Pickup driver found liable in crash with cyclist on popular Vancouver bike route

  30-05-2019 21:41
  
  A pickup truck driver was found liable for causing a collision with a cyclist on West 10th Avenue that resulted in the man being diagnosed with a brain injury.
  
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• 15 Vancouver concerts this weekend, May 31 to June 2 - Straight.com

  30-05-2019 21:35 via straight.com
  15 Vancouver concerts this weekend, May 31 to June 2  Straight.comGuitar-jazz, reggae-fusion, prog-rock, punk, jazz, pop: take your pick.
  
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• Young Canadian golfers from Quebec, B.C. looking to learn at U.S. Women’s Open

  30-05-2019 21:31 via globalnews.ca
  “I think, overall, it's going to be a really cool experience playing alongside everyone and seeing how my game stacks up to everyone else," B.C. golfer Megan Osland said.
  
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• 10 concerts in the Vancouver area to check out in June - Daily Hive

  30-05-2019 21:30 via dailyhive.com
  10 concerts in the Vancouver area to check out in June  Daily HiveSing your way into summer with these 10 concerts happening in Vancouver this June. Enjoy performances by Shawn Mendes, Dido, and more. For more things ...
  
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• Liberals condemn speaker for cloning computer hard drives of B.C. legislature staff

  30-05-2019 21:28 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA – B.C.'s Opposition Liberals are offering up one of their MLAs to replace Darryl Plecas as Speaker, in a move that could restore order to the legislature but would also strengthen the minority NDP government's grip on power. Read More
  
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• Life expectancy stops increasing in Canada due to B.C. opioid overdose deaths: stats

  30-05-2019 21:27 via vancouversun.com
  VANCOUVER — Statistics Canada has released data showing life expectancy stopped increasing for the first time in four decades as young men and women died at higher rates, mostly due to opioid-related overdoses in British Columbia, followed by Alberta. Read More
  
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• Vancouver’s LGBTQ2S elders get second chance to enjoy prom

  30-05-2019 21:21
  
  The community is invited to celebrate at the Queer Elders Prom Night
  
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• Investigation ordered into VPD conduct at pipeline protest

  30-05-2019 21:11 via vancouversun.com
  The Office of the Police Complaint Commissioner has ordered an investigation into the conduct of Vancouver police officer at a pipeline protest last week. Read More
  
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• Live-action BOOM! show breathes new life into historic Britannia Mine Museum

  30-05-2019 21:06 via globalnews.ca
  A blast to the past, community reporter Michael Newman gets a preview of the new Boom! Theatrical Mill Show debuting at the Britannia Mine Museum. The show is an immersive experience taking visitors back to the 1920s when the B.C. mine was booming.
  
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• 49 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Friday, May 31 - Straight.com

  30-05-2019 21:00 via straight.com
  49 things to do in Metro Vancouver on Friday, May 31  Straight.comLooking for something to do on Friday? The Straight's got you covered. Here are 49 events happening in or around Vancouver on Friday, May 31. CONCERTS.
  
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• Vancouver port workers, association reach agreement

  30-05-2019 20:50 via vancouversun.com
  A spokesman for the International Longshore and Warehouse Union says the tentative deal came together after all-night bargaining with the British Columbia Maritime Employers Association. Read More
  
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• More bike lanes coming to Vancouver, B.C. government says - Straight.com

  30-05-2019 20:47 via straight.com
  More bike lanes coming to Vancouver, B.C. government says  Straight.comThe provincial government has announced new funding for building new cycling infrastructures across Metro Vancouver, with the highest funding allocated for ...
  
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• Opinion: Two solutions to help provide much-needed rental housing

  30-05-2019 20:35
  
  As industry leaders meet to discuss housing, we need to work together to build much more rental supply
  
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• Open house set for controversial 28-storey rental building proposed for former Denny’s site

  30-05-2019 20:31
  
  Rezoning application being considered under the Moderate Income Rental Housing Pilot Program.
  
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• Canucks Under the Microscope: Jacob Markstrom

  30-05-2019 20:30 via theprovince.com
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• Prominent Vancouver chef faces sexual assault charges - Daily Hive

  30-05-2019 20:14 via dailyhive.com
  Prominent Vancouver chef faces sexual assault charges  Daily HiveA prominent Vancouver chef is facing sexual assault charges. Hunter J. Moyes was a former chef at Tacofino and the Waldorf Hotel.
  
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• Indoors beautifully meets outdoors at these four Metro Vancouver properties

  30-05-2019 20:14 via vancouversun.com
  Designed and built to maximize views of the iconic Lions Gate Bridge and downtown Vancouver, this outdoor space in West Vancouver is a favourite hangout for the homeowners and their guests. Read More
  
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• Vancouver port workers, association reach agreement - Vancouver Sun

  30-05-2019 20:10 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver port workers, association reach agreement  Vancouver SunVancouver port workers and the B.C. Maritime Employers Association have reached a tentative deal.
  
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• Lost wedding ring reappears after snow melts at B.C. ski resort

  30-05-2019 20:10
  
  Almost four months after losing it in the snow at Big White, a man has been reunited with his wedding ring
  
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• Vancouver weather: It's going to feel like 29°C inland tomorrow

  30-05-2019 20:04
  
  The Metro Vancouver weather forecast calls for toasty temperatures this weekend
  
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• This Just In: Kérastase Blond Absolu collection, Teaology Bancha Oil and Fenty Beauty Sun Stalk’r Instant Warmth Bronzer

  30-05-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
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• Travel Best Bets: Lighten your luggage on your next trip

  30-05-2019 19:56 via globalnews.ca
  Travel expert Claire Newell explains why there are certain items that are not worth taking along in your bag on holiday.
  
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• Strathcona Street Party offers art, eats, music, and more this June - Vancouver Is Awesome

  30-05-2019 19:56 via vancouverisawesome.com
  Strathcona Street Party offers art, eats, music, and more this June  Vancouver Is AwesomeThe Strathcona Street Party returns to Vancouver this June for another afternoon of free, family-friendly fun including live entertainment, food, and art.
  
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• How to lighten your luggage on your next trip

  30-05-2019 19:56 via globalnews.ca
  Travel expert Claire Newell explains why there are certain items that are not worth taking along in your bag on holiday.
  
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• Improv legend Colin Mochrie returns to Vancouver

  30-05-2019 19:43 via globalnews.ca
  Improv actor Colin Mochrie is back in Vancouver where he launched his career nearly 40 years ago. He’s taking to the stage at The Improv Centre on Granville Island and the Vogue Theatre for three special shows.
  
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• Meeting the Olympic standard motivates steeplechaser Regan Yee

  30-05-2019 19:14 via theprovince.com
  Regan Yee will have two opportunities in June to try to meet the qualifying standard in the 3,000-metre steeplechase for the 2019 IAAF world championships in Doha, Qatar. Read More
  
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• Cannabis company sparks up partnership with Vancouver breweries

  30-05-2019 19:08
  
  The number of B.C. cannabis companies that have declared an intention to develop beverages infused with cannabinoids increased May 29 with the addition of Maple Ridge-based licensed producer Tantalus Labs.
  
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• Opposition Liberals send Minister Jinny Sims allegations to RCMP

  30-05-2019 19:02 via vancouversun.com
  VICTORIA — B.C.'s Liberal Opposition has sent allegations made by a whistleblower in the constituency office of Citizen's Services Minister Jinny Sims's office to the RCMP. Read More
  
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• Two people injured in Surrey dog attack

  30-05-2019 19:01 via vancouversun.com
  Two people were injured in a dog attack attack in Surrey on Wednesday afternoon. Read More
  
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• Vancouver weather: It is going to feel like a toasty 29°C tomorrow - Vancouver Is Awesome

  30-05-2019 18:49 via vancouverisawesome.com
  Vancouver weather: It is going to feel like a toasty 29°C tomorrow  Vancouver Is AwesomeWhile the Lower Mainland has seen seen cooler weather this week, the Metro Vancouver weather forecast calls for toasty temperatures this weekend.
  
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• Top soccer players not getting proper concussion screening: study

  30-05-2019 18:47 via theprovince.com
  A new study by researchers in Toronto suggests that many of the world's top soccer players aren't being properly examined for possible concussions. Read More
  
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• Vancouver health officials sound alarm about rise in youth vaping

  30-05-2019 18:46 via vancouversun.com
  Vancouver health officials say they are concerned about a rise in the number of youth who use vaping products. Read More
  
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• Vancouver port workers locked out as negotiations continue

  30-05-2019 18:40 via vancouversun.com
  VANCOUVER — Vancouver port workers have been locked out by their employer as negotiations continue. Read More
  
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• Vancouver Sun letters to the editor for Thursday, May 30, 2019

  30-05-2019 18:29 via vancouversun.com
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• B.C. port workers officially locked out as 8 a.m. deadline passes

  30-05-2019 18:26 via globalnews.ca
  The deadline for a new deal between B.C. port workers and their employer has now passed. Neetu Garcha has the latest on what this labour dispute means for Canadians.
  
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