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Feds funnel $207M to B.C. to build back from 2021 disasters

Feds funnel $207M to B.C. to build back from 2021 disasters

The federal government is also sending money to several B.C. Indian Bands to assess land that was permanently washed away during the November 2021 floods.
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B.C. securities fraudster stripped of driving privileges in unprecedented case

B.C. securities fraudster stripped of driving privileges in unprecedented case

The B.C. Securities Commission has successfully applied the new policy of enforcing non-renewal of a B.C. driver's licence for a debtor in default of payments.
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Group floats class-action suit to clear out B.C. old-growth blockaders

Group floats class-action suit to clear out B.C. old-growth blockaders

The group — calling itself Clear the Road — is asking anyone who has their commute disrupted "to document the harm they suffer."
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Trees planted at multiple Texada Island locations through BC Hydro grant

Trees planted at multiple Texada Island locations through BC Hydro grant

"The trees are a beautiful addition to our green spaces and will be enjoyed for years to come.” ~ qathet Regional District Area D director Sandy McCormick
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Lack of worker awareness risks electrocution, BC Hydro says

Lack of worker awareness risks electrocution, BC Hydro says

New data shows one in five trades workers has made contact or had a close call with power lines.
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Falcon overspent by almost $500,000 to win BC Liberal leadership

Falcon overspent by almost $500,000 to win BC Liberal leadership

Falcon spent $1.078 million to become leader on Feb. 5, according to the Elections BC returns released June 8
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Map: You must have COVID-19 travel insurance to visit these countries

Map: You must have COVID-19 travel insurance to visit these countries

Did you forget to buy coronavirus coverage?
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B.C. in a 'critical window' over next few weeks as high snowpack melts

B.C. in a 'critical window' over next few weeks as high snowpack melts

“The last time we had similar conditions was back in 2012, we're seeing that delayed melt,” said Dave Campbell of the River Forecast Centre.
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Canada sees 40K+ excess deaths since start of COVID-19 pandemic

Canada sees 40K+ excess deaths since start of COVID-19 pandemic

During the Omicron wave in January 2022, excess deaths spiked, especially in places like B.C. and Quebec, where the number of unexpected deaths climbed 20% above what was expected if the pandemic never happened.
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BC Transit adjusts qathet region bus schedule

BC Transit adjusts qathet region bus schedule

Route 12 Stillwater will be better aligned with BC Ferries schedule change
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