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B.C. provincial data show 23,000 people experienced homelessness in 2019

B.C. provincial data show 23,000 people experienced homelessness in 2019

VICTORIA — British Columbia's housing minister says a new method for collecting data on homelessness is the first of its kind in Canada and will help the province improve how it tackles the issue.
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Eight more COVID-19 deaths reported, one more health facility outbreak in B.C.

Eight more COVID-19 deaths reported, one more health facility outbreak in B.C.

VICTORIA — British Columbia is reporting another eight deaths due to COVID-19, bringing the death toll to 2,953.
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Accused in Vancouver murder, manslaughter case plead not guilty

Accused in Vancouver murder, manslaughter case plead not guilty

Two men facing murder and manslaughter charges in connection with a shooting death in a 2021 Vancouver Downtown Eastside hotel have pleaded not guilty.
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Three charged in Vancouver illegal gaming house bust

Three charged in Vancouver illegal gaming house bust

Two of the men charged for allegedly setting up and operating an illegal gaming establishment are from Burnaby. The other is from Vancouver.
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Canada is dropping the COVID-19 testing requirement for fully vaccinated travellers

Canada is dropping the COVID-19 testing requirement for fully vaccinated travellers

The federal government will make an announcement tomorrow.
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Russia-Ukraine war amplifies energy security issues

Russia-Ukraine war amplifies energy security issues

Global market, trade relations changes loom large
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Untangling alliances, ideologies in Russian aggression

Untangling alliances, ideologies in Russian aggression

Complex history and politics are key factors in Russia, China, India relationships
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Inflation hits 5.7% in February, highest level in 31 years

Inflation hits 5.7% in February, highest level in 31 years

B.C. ties Saskatchewan for lowest inflation rate in Canada
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Parents split on whether students should continue to wear masks after spring break

Parents split on whether students should continue to wear masks after spring break

Mask mandate is being lifted for students after spring break
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Technical Safety BC issues warning about unlicensed contractor

Technical Safety BC issues warning about unlicensed contractor

Contractor Michael Fader's "work poses a significant public safety risk,” states Technical Safety BC
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