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No path to restarting Taylor mill, Canfor says

No path to restarting Taylor mill, Canfor says

Canfor Corp. says it is does not see a path forward to restarting its pulp mill operations in Taylor, and has begun exploring alternative uses for the site.
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Here's what people are saying in reaction to the British Columbia budget

Here's what people are saying in reaction to the British Columbia budget

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government released a budget Tuesday that promises billions in new spending on health, housing and cost-of-living supports, as well as a return to deficits.
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Budget 2023: Little in B.C. budget for retail, says advocate

Budget 2023: Little in B.C. budget for retail, says advocate

Cost of carbon-tax hikes set to dwarf other costs passed on to businesses
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Police watchdog called to Burnaby after 'serious injuries' to barricaded man

Police watchdog called to Burnaby after 'serious injuries' to barricaded man

A man who barricaded himself into a residence and was eventually arrested with help from a police dog Monday night was seriously injured. The IIO is investigating police actions during the incident.
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51-year-old mom setting powerlifting records

51-year-old mom setting powerlifting records

After breaking her shoulder at work, Tina Lamarsh took her son's advice and tried powerlifting.
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Budget 2023: B.C. invests $4.2B in housing as part of refreshed housing plan

Budget 2023: B.C. invests $4.2B in housing as part of refreshed housing plan

The government of B.C. is investing $4.2 billion in funding, the largest three-year housing investment in provincial history, to support affordable housing, build rental supply and tackle homelessness, according to Budget 2023, released today, Feb.
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Budget 2023: B.C. budget sees red for at least three more years

Budget 2023: B.C. budget sees red for at least three more years

Budget includes new output-based carbon pricing for industry
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Budget 2023: Home sales and prices expected to decline this year

Budget 2023: Home sales and prices expected to decline this year

Both are forecasted to increase in 2024 with housing starts remaining somewhat level. 
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Live explosive device safely removed from busy Kelowna, B.C., shopping area

Live explosive device safely removed from busy Kelowna, B.C., shopping area

KELOWNA, B.C. — Police say an explosive device that rerouted vehicles, snarled traffic and disrupted businesses in Kelowna, B.C., was '"sophisticated." Insp.
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Bhangra has health benefits for kids, but more school programs needed: Doctor

Bhangra has health benefits for kids, but more school programs needed: Doctor

VANCOUVER — When nine-year-old Viaan Deol goes to bhangra lessons twice a week, his favourite part is seeing all the friends he's made from different schools in Surrey, B.C.
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