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Rob Shaw: NDP tiptoes around safety recommendations in wake of Lapu-Lapu festival tragedy

Rob Shaw: NDP tiptoes around safety recommendations in wake of Lapu-Lapu festival tragedy

After a car attack killed 11 people in April, a former judge’s report called for sweeping safety reforms. The B.C. government says it supports the 'intent'—but stops short of full commitment.
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Child dead after being hit by vehicle in Surrey: police

Child dead after being hit by vehicle in Surrey: police

SURREY — Police in Surrey, B.C., are investigating a collision that claimed the life of a child Sunday night.
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Wildfire near Princeton golf course in B.C. prompts evacuation order

Wildfire near Princeton golf course in B.C. prompts evacuation order

An out-of-control wildfire near Princeton, B.C, has prompted an evacuation order, affecting about 30 properties in the area.
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The summer of saying 'no': How to protect your peace (and still have fun)

The summer of saying 'no': How to protect your peace (and still have fun)

As calendars fill up with beach days, weddings and barbecues, experts say it's time we rethink our approach to summertime commitments.
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Wildfire burning near Keremeos, B.C., prompted evacuation alert

Wildfire burning near Keremeos, B.C., prompted evacuation alert

KEREMEOS — A wildfire burning in the southwestern part of British Columbia grew to an estimated 50 hectares in size overnight, prompting an evacuation alert. The B.C.
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Event organizers of Vancouver Chinatown Festival say security is their top priority

Event organizers of Vancouver Chinatown Festival say security is their top priority

VANCOUVER — Organizers of the Vancouver Chinatown Festival said security is their top priority in the wake of the Lapu Lapu festival tragedy that killed 11 and injured dozens more in April.
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Serious crash impacts traffic, ferry service in Tsawwassen

Serious crash impacts traffic, ferry service in Tsawwassen

Closures and detour in effect
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Staycation mental health tips: Making time off count, even at home

Staycation mental health tips: Making time off count, even at home

As social media fills with envy-inducing travel photos, many people feel like staying home during time off is second best. But experts say it might actually be the best thing for your mental health.
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Decision on Langford girl's drug coverage won't change: health minister

Decision on Langford girl's drug coverage won't change: health minister

Josie Osborne says Island Health is in discussions with Charleigh’s family around the possibility of the family using private funds to pay for the drug.
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Tough battles ahead for B.C. government unions in 'crazy' times

Tough battles ahead for B.C. government unions in 'crazy' times

As contract talks begin, the first wage offers from the province fall below the inflation rate.
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