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• B.C. film industry debates sustainability challenges ahead

  12-11-2019 23:56
  
  Sustainable Production Forum draws global experts to examine practices in B.C. film industry
  
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• Maple Ridge man facing multiple firearms offences following standoff

  12-11-2019 23:51 via vancouversun.com
  
  A 43-year-old man is facing is multiple weapons charges in connection with an armed standoff at a Maple Ridge home on Friday. Read More
  
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• Still lots of Cornucopia to enjoy in Whistler

  12-11-2019 23:30
  
  Annual food and drink festival runs until Nov. 17, with events for every budget
  
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• Homicide investigators seek suspect after man killed in Surrey

  12-11-2019 23:30 via vancouversun.com
  
  Homicide investigators have taken over a case in north Surrey after a man died following an attack on Monday. Read More
  
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• Canucks at 50: NHL took a back seat to the CFL in its infancy in Vancouver

  12-11-2019 23:02 via theprovince.com
  
  In judging the reaction to the first NHL game played in Vancouver, it's interesting to see the Vancouver Canucks were playing second fiddle to the B.C. Lions and the CFL in the media sports landscape at the time. Read More
  
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• Ricky's has quietly closed its only Vancouver location (PHOTO) | Dished - Daily Hive

  12-11-2019 22:58
  
  Ricky's has quietly closed its only Vancouver location (PHOTO) | Dished  Daily Hive
  
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• Serious crash closes Coquihalla Highway north of Hope

  12-11-2019 22:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Coquihalla Highway was closed in both directions Tuesday due to a serious crash.
  
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• Coquihalla Highway reopened after 2 seriously injured in crash

  12-11-2019 22:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Coquihalla Highway was closed in both directions Tuesday due to a serious crash.
  
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• 2 seriously injured as crash closes Coquihalla Highway north of Hope

  12-11-2019 22:53 via globalnews.ca
  
  The Coquihalla Highway was closed in both directions Tuesday due to a serious crash.
  
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• Coquihalla Highway closed southbound near Hope, B.C. after vehicle crashes into cliff

  12-11-2019 22:52 via globalnews.ca
  
  Two individuals were transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, RCMP said.
  
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• Deceased man and woman found in B.C. home were known to each other: RCMP

  12-11-2019 22:46 via globalnews.ca
  
  In the latest update in the case, Cpl. Jesse O'Donaghey said 'no suspects are being sought at this time, nor is there any danger to the public.'
  
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• The Province Empty Stocking Fund begins second century of relying on readers’ generosity to help families at Christmas

  12-11-2019 22:43 via theprovince.com
  
  The Province’s Christmas fundraising campaign officially launches today, 101 years after The Daily Province appealed to its readers to help those left widowed and orphaned by the just-ended First World War. Read More
  
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• First all-women jazz orchestra in Canada debuts in Vancouver next week

  12-11-2019 22:35
  
  ‘Professional jazz stages still showcase primarily male musicians’
  
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• B.C. farmers and chefs gather in Vancouver to grow local food networks - CBC.ca

  12-11-2019 22:26
  
  B.C. farmers and chefs gather in Vancouver to grow local food networks  CBC.ca
  
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• Canucks at 50: Scoring first-ever goal for team always resonated with Barry Wilkins

  12-11-2019 22:23 via theprovince.com
  
  Barry Wilkins loved to talk about scoring the first goal in Vancouver Canucks history, and even with people who would track down his number from the phone book and dial up his North Vancouver home back in the day. Read More
  
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• International: 30 bestselling books for the week of Nov. 9

  12-11-2019 22:22 via vancouversun.com
  
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• Homicide investigators seeking suspect in Monday evening fatal attack

  12-11-2019 22:22 via vancouversun.com
  
  Homicide investigators have taken over a case in north Surrey after a man died following an attack on Monday. Read More
  
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• Crackdown on dirty money in Vancouver real estate continues with creation of new watchdog - Financial Post

  12-11-2019 22:18
  
  Crackdown on dirty money in Vancouver real estate continues with creation of new watchdog  Financial Post
  
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• Gas price inquiry questions whether B.C. is a ‘functioning competitive market’

  12-11-2019 22:05 via globalnews.ca
  
  A follow-up to August's gas price inquiry says industry has failed to explain why the Lower Mainland pays 13 cents more per litre than the Pacific Northwest.
  
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• Cineplex to show free Christmas movies on Dec. 7 to kick off the season

  12-11-2019 22:03 via vancouversun.com
  
  Cineplex is kicking off the holiday season early by showing free Christmas movies for its annual Community Day event. On Dec. 7, film fans can visit their local participating Cineplex to watch the following films for free: Read More
  
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• A Vancouver radio station has switched to all-Christmas tunes | Listed - Daily Hive

  12-11-2019 21:47
  
  A Vancouver radio station has switched to all-Christmas tunes | Listed  Daily Hive
  
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• B.C.: 15 bestselling books for the week of Nov. 9

  12-11-2019 21:45 via vancouversun.com
  
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• Side Dishes: Bacchus and Shift Change

  12-11-2019 21:38 via vancouversun.com
  
  Eleni Skalbania opened The Wedgewood 35 years ago, and now, daughter Elpie Marinakis, co-owner and managing director, runs it with the flair and grace of her late mother. Read More
  
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• B.C.'s gas report shows pricing market is flawed: Premier Horgan

  12-11-2019 21:31 via vancouversun.com
  
  VICTORIA — Premier John Horgan says a new report by the province's independent energy regulator has failed to clear up confusion over gasoline profit margins at the pump and has only intensified his worry that the market in B.C. is not working for consumers. Read More
  
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• Investigation underway after fatal shooting of man in northwestern B.C.

  12-11-2019 21:17 via vancouversun.com
  
  HOUSTON — RCMP in northwestern British Columbia are investigating a homicide. Read More
  
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• Unifor threatens to escalate job action on Friday

  12-11-2019 21:06 via globalnews.ca
  
  The union representing striking bus drivers, SeaBus operators and maintenance workers say it’s ready to resume negotiations. However, it’s threatening to step-up job action by the end of the week if a deal can’t be reached. Jennifer Palma has the details.
  
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• MNGWA isn't your usual Russian, Mexican, Canadian cumbia rock group

  12-11-2019 21:05 via vancouversun.com
  
  As albums covers go, MNGWA's The Strange One is deceptive. Is it a cat's head peeping through a hole in a lush jungle canopy? Or is it a cat's head-shaped opening in the vegetation that opens up a night sky filled with shimmering cosmic wonders to peep at? How does this tie into the east Vancouver octet's unique blend of rock en español? Read More
  
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• This charming Swedish Christmas fair is happening in Metro Vancouver this month - Vancouver Is Awesome

  12-11-2019 20:57
  
  This charming Swedish Christmas fair is happening in Metro Vancouver this month  Vancouver Is Awesome
  
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• All the new foods coming to the Vancouver Christmas Market this year | Dished - Daily Hive

  12-11-2019 20:52
  
  All the new foods coming to the Vancouver Christmas Market this year | Dished  Daily Hive
  
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• B.C. rules tangle cannabis tourism

  12-11-2019 20:48
  
  Bureaucracy presents roadblocks for sector
  
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• B.C. oil and gas companies fail to explain price gap in new report

  12-11-2019 20:45 via vancouversun.com
  
  VICTORIA — B.C.'s major oil and gas companies have failed to convincingly explain up to 13 cents a litre in extra costs motorists are paying for gas at the pump, according to a new report by the province's independent energy regulator. Read More
  
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• Metro Vancouver transit strike: Bus disruptions to begin Friday if no deal is reached, union says

  12-11-2019 20:28 via globalnews.ca
  
  The union representing Metro Vancouver transit workers says job action will escalate on Friday if a deal isn't reached with the Coast Mountain Bus Company.
  
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• New urgent and primary care centre opens in Vernon

  12-11-2019 20:24 via globalnews.ca
  
  People will be able to access services at the new facility seven days a week through both drop-in and scheduled appointments.
  
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• Transit strike: Here are today's TransLink cancellations for Nov. 12

  12-11-2019 20:15 via vancouversun.com
  
  Transit workers are currently staging a multi-part strike, as negotiations with the Coast Mountain Bus Company broke off earlier this month. Read More
  
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• Transit strike: Bargaining to resume on Wednesday as drivers threaten overtime ban

  12-11-2019 20:09 via vancouversun.com
  
  The union representing transit workers in Metro Vancouver is returning to the bargaining table on Wednesday morning, with warnings of strike escalation on Friday if talks don't progress. Read More
  
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• Extinction Rebellion UBC to stage week of climate action beginning Tuesday

  12-11-2019 20:07 via vancouversun.com
  
  Extinction Rebellion UBC will kick off a week of climate action on campus beginning Tuesday to urge the university to divest from fossil fuels and achieve carbon neutrality within the next six years. Read More
  
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• B.C. government overhauling real estate regulatory system

  12-11-2019 20:03
  
  In wake of industry's money-laundering investigations, the province's financial services authority will take over real estate regulatory oversight from two current organizations
  
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• Wine Guy: In praise of the braise

  12-11-2019 20:00 via theprovince.com
  
  When it comes to cooking, it’s tough to beat the soul-satisfying, comforting deliciousness that comes with a good braise. Combining the yin of a quick, high heat sear with the yang of a languid, slow and low stew, braising is tops on my list of cool weather cooking techniques — not to mention it is a deceivingly simple method given the complex flavours that result. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that wine is an ideal conduit for braising! Here are three bottles ready to pair up with man
  
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• This Just In: MIFA Oatmeal Shea Natural Olive Oil Soap, Oh K! Chok Chok Smoothing Under Eye Mask and Marcelle Revival + Skin Renewal Rosy Glow Anti-Aging Day Cream

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
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• The It List: Silk Laundry accessories

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  The product: Silk Laundry accessories. Read More
  
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• Style Q&A: Ami Boutique founder aims to bring downtown shopping to the North Shore

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  When Jennifer Chaplick moved from Toronto to West Vancouver, she found a shortage of shopping options to meet her fashion sense. Read More
  
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• Seven Things to Do in Metro Vancouver Nov. 15-22: Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week, new comedy fest Big Fun and more

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  Whether 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 around Metro Vancouver between Nov. 15-22. Read More
  
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• Kasey Wilson: All-day muffins that delight

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  My mother always had a plan when it came to Christmas baking. The week before, she checked the expiry dates on her flour and baking powder. She made sure she had a stock of plastic bags, freezer-safe containers, parchment paper and heavy-duty foil. After each item was baked, she labeled and dated the packages, sometimes with reheating directions. Read More
  
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• Five reasons to check out the Eastside Culture Crawl

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  23rd Annual Eastside Culture Crawl Read More
  
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• Fab Five: Puffer jackets

  12-11-2019 20:00 via vancouversun.com
  
  The temperature has dropped. There, we said it. Now that that’s out of the way, it’s time to go out and get a new coat — preferably one that’s so warm you never have to think twice about going outside again. Enter the puffer. Sure, it’s been a few seasons now that we’ve been into them, but the trend for this marshmallow-like, Michelin man-inspired outerwear shows no signs of waning. From seriously logo-ed to chic and sleek, Rebecca Tay presents five puffer coa
  
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• Overtime ban for bus drivers to come into effect on Friday

  12-11-2019 19:51 via globalnews.ca
  
  Unifor western regional director Gavin McGarrigle stated that the bus driver’s union is willing to get back to the bargaining table to end the work disruption, but they are also willing to ban overtime for bus drivers on Friday if no deal is reached.
  
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• Washington officials lay out case for 'game-changing' bullet train linking Vancouver, Seattle, Portland - CBC.ca

  12-11-2019 19:49
  
  Washington officials lay out case for 'game-changing' bullet train linking Vancouver, Seattle, Portland  CBC.ca
  
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• Vancouver Real Estate Crackdown’s Next Step: A Big Watchdog - Bloomberg

  12-11-2019 19:49
  Vancouver Real Estate Crackdown’s Next Step: A Big Watchdog  Bloomberg
  
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• The ultimate Drake-themed brunch is coming to Vancouver this winter | Dished - Daily Hive

  12-11-2019 19:48
  
  The ultimate Drake-themed brunch is coming to Vancouver this winter | Dished  Daily Hive
  
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• First dump of snow in the Okanagan, risk of freezing rain continues on B.C. Interior highways

  12-11-2019 19:38 via globalnews.ca
  
  Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning for the Thompson, North Okanagan and Shuswap regions.
  
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