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B.C. judge rejects constructive dismissal claim tied to COVID-19 vaccine policy

B.C. judge rejects constructive dismissal claim tied to COVID-19 vaccine policy

A mandatory vaccine policy for the pandemic in the winter of 2021 and January 2022 was a reasonable policy choice for employers, B.C. Supreme Court Justice Heather MacNaughton says.
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Opinion: How helping others during major life transitions could be a path to greater well-being

Opinion: How helping others during major life transitions could be a path to greater well-being

During times of stress and change, people are often advised to practice self-care by looking after themselves, yet what about the benefits of showing kindness to others?
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Opinion: Fiona was one of Canada's worst natural disasters, but evacuations prevented greater losses in Atlantic Canada

Opinion: Fiona was one of Canada's worst natural disasters, but evacuations prevented greater losses in Atlantic Canada

Evacuations can save lives, as in the case of post-tropical cyclone Fiona. As more frequent extreme weather events are set to occur, it is important to have evacuation plans in place.
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B.C. doctors file request to investigate Canadian Gas Association over 'greenwashing'

B.C. doctors file request to investigate Canadian Gas Association over 'greenwashing'

In an application to Canada's Competition Bureau, several health workers allege the Canadian Gas Association ran a false and misleading advertising campaign promoting LNG as a clean fuel source.
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Metro Vancouver gas prices set to top North American record

Metro Vancouver gas prices set to top North American record

West Coast supply problems are leading to record gas prices in Vancouver, says one expert.
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B.C. residents may want to continue using the ArriveCAN app. Here's why

B.C. residents may want to continue using the ArriveCAN app. Here's why

It might help you get where you want to go a little faster.
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Investing in B.C.'s boutique wineries just got easier

Investing in B.C.'s boutique wineries just got easier

Crowdfunding has opened the door for the public to buy small stakes in local wine operations.
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These B.C. cities want to tax your cellphone company

These B.C. cities want to tax your cellphone company

Your cell provider may be taxed 1% on the revenue it generates from your bill, should cities succeed in a court claim.
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B.C. government denies websites were hacked, blames firmware update

B.C. government denies websites were hacked, blames firmware update

Several B.C. government websites were out of service for several hours Sunday, and a firmware update is being blamed.
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Leaky fridge costs B.C. strata owner over $100K — before he even moved in

Leaky fridge costs B.C. strata owner over $100K — before he even moved in

The fridge in James Shen's Vancouver apartment leaked, causing the strata to pay a $100,000 insurance deductible.
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