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Prince George inmate dies in B.C. prison

Prince George inmate dies in B.C. prison

Kelly Michael Richet died of an overdose on October 24 while in custody at Mountain Institution in Agassiz, sparking concern over a plan to introduce a needle exchange program in federal prisons
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The third step is supporting: taking the child's lead during gender identity exploration

The third step is supporting: taking the child's lead during gender identity exploration

Being supported is critical as children and adolescents explore their identity. It is the key to avoiding worsening mental health outcomes, research indicates.
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UVic says it will release guidelines on use of AI by next semester

UVic says it will release guidelines on use of AI by next semester

In the meantime, individual departments have set their own policies and put together ad-hoc solutions
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Ex-Mexican general's extradition hearing delayed to new year

Ex-Mexican general's extradition hearing delayed to new year

The extradition hearing has been adjourned until Feb. 21.
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Intoxicated driver repeatedly rams vehicle into Vancouver business after argument

Intoxicated driver repeatedly rams vehicle into Vancouver business after argument

An argument at a Vancouver business escalated in an unusual manner
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Site C completion endangering bears, wildlife advocates say

Site C completion endangering bears, wildlife advocates say

Bears to be tranquilized and moved from their dens last minute, say advocacy groups wanting a pause on the project. 
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2-month closure for Highway 99 onramp

2-month closure for Highway 99 onramp

The northbound loop onramp from Steveston Highway is closing for construction on the Massey Tunnel replacement project.
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The second step is learning: distinguishing gender identity and sexual orientation

The second step is learning: distinguishing gender identity and sexual orientation

Sexual orientation and gender identity are hot topics that bring much controversy and misinformation with them, especially when it comes to youth. Dr. Cosio, Prince George physician, explains the difference.
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Flood mitigation work in limbo two years after devastating Merritt flood

Flood mitigation work in limbo two years after devastating Merritt flood

After taking the plan back to the province, they were told no funding could be allocated to complete the flood mitigation work.
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Repaired Malahat section designed to stand up to future heavy rains

Repaired Malahat section designed to stand up to future heavy rains

Preparing for extreme-weather events meant installing three culverts and doubling the diameter of each, from a single 600-mm culvert to three with 1.2-metre diameters
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