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Crypto-backed mortgages still raise red flags, says B.C. regulator

Crypto-backed mortgages still raise red flags, says B.C. regulator

Some private lenders are offering loans for mortgages backed by Bitcoin
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Cowichan Tribes members vote to run their own education system

Cowichan Tribes members vote to run their own education system

More emphasis on teaching First Nations culture and language
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Name of new Island-class Gabriola ferry rankles former Snuneymuxw chief

Name of new Island-class Gabriola ferry rankles former Snuneymuxw chief

The new ferry has a name in the Kwakwaka’wakw language from the 'Namgis First Nation but will operate in the heart of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.
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B.C. recorded more overdose calls in 2021 than ever before

B.C. recorded more overdose calls in 2021 than ever before

Every health region in B.C. saw an increase in overdose calls during 2021
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When should I keep my child home from school?: Advice from Dr. Bonnie Henry

When should I keep my child home from school?: Advice from Dr. Bonnie Henry

Fever is a definite no-go – but mild cold symptoms may be a different story
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'We have levelled off somewhat': Henry suggests peak of Omicron wave may not be far off

'We have levelled off somewhat': Henry suggests peak of Omicron wave may not be far off

'Keeping as much as possible open' is the focus right now, says B.C.'s top doc
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'I was kind of freaking out': Vancouver snowboarder survives avalanche (VIDEO)

'I was kind of freaking out': Vancouver snowboarder survives avalanche (VIDEO)

It took over six hours to extract him 🏂⛑️
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Record numbers of orcas, humpbacks spotted in Salish Sea in 2021

Record numbers of orcas, humpbacks spotted in Salish Sea in 2021

It was a record year for orca and humpback whale sightings — and their newborns — in the Salish Sea in 2021.
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Alaskan fishers intercepting B.C. salmon at 'jarring' rate

Alaskan fishers intercepting B.C. salmon at 'jarring' rate

A new report says the majority of 800,000 sockeye salmon caught in southern Alaska in 2021 were headed to B.C. rivers. The preliminary data comes as Pacific salmon face major declines and B.C. fishers are severely restricted from fishing in their own waters.
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Howlin' time: Massive full 'wolf moon' set to dazzle Metro Vancouver skies

Howlin' time: Massive full 'wolf moon' set to dazzle Metro Vancouver skies

Are you ready to howl? 🐺 🌝
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