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Connect + Reflect + Act! at the Rural Islands Economic Partnership

Connect + Reflect + Act! at the Rural Islands Economic Partnership

The three-day event on Gabriola Island will seek creative ideas to boost opportunities on rural islands
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A 'severe' geomagnetic storm made vibrant northern lights dance in Metro Vancouver. Here's what's next

A 'severe' geomagnetic storm made vibrant northern lights dance in Metro Vancouver. Here's what's next

This map shows the colourful manifestation's vibrant reach.
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Neighbours identify West Van homicide victim as former doctor

Neighbours identify West Van homicide victim as former doctor

The victim is said to be Francis Amir Este, whose family has had a complicated legal history
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Former BC Liberal John Rustad turned Independent now seeks Conservative leadership

Former BC Liberal John Rustad turned Independent now seeks Conservative leadership

VANDERHOOF, B.C. — A former BC Liberal cabinet minister turfed from the party caucus last year for his climate change views says he's running for the leadership of the Conservative Party of British Columbia.
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Locals share stunning photos of northern lights dancing in the Metro Vancouver sky

Locals share stunning photos of northern lights dancing in the Metro Vancouver sky

It was a battle against the clouds last night but Metro Vancouverites still managed some beautiful snaps.
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Restaurants and bars brace for biggest alcohol tax jump in 40 years

Restaurants and bars brace for biggest alcohol tax jump in 40 years

BC Liquor Distribution Branch says it’s not possible to confirm what level of price increase consumers may or may not see.
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Cosmetic brands will have to disclose fragrance ingredients — a welcome change for those with allergies

Cosmetic brands will have to disclose fragrance ingredients — a welcome change for those with allergies

Globally, the composition of fragrance mixtures is considered proprietary information.
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Opinion: How the bottled water industry is masking the global water crisis

Opinion: How the bottled water industry is masking the global water crisis

The bottled water industry can undermine progress of projects aimed at creating safe-water systems for all, by redirecting attention to a less reliable, less affordable option.
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Opinion: 'Salam, Ramadan Mubarak!': 4 ways schools can bring Ramadan into the classroom

Opinion: 'Salam, Ramadan Mubarak!': 4 ways schools can bring Ramadan into the classroom

Educators in public schools can develop the identities of Muslim students and create a positive school culture during Ramadan by fostering community partnerships in introducing school activities.
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'You're a child': B.C. councillor takes gavel from mayor in heated council meeting

'You're a child': B.C. councillor takes gavel from mayor in heated council meeting

"This was by far my worst day in local government in the last five years."
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