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Metro Vancouver calls for developers to pay even more

Metro Vancouver calls for developers to pay even more

Metro board has directed staff to adjust its upcoming budget to boost development cost charges and soften a rising tax burden on residents
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B.C. nurse disciplined for falling asleep, missing patient alarms

B.C. nurse disciplined for falling asleep, missing patient alarms

Eskhander Balawag had been working in an intensive care unit between November 2020 and July 2021.
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Mental-health services come too late, experts say, after uptick in violence

Mental-health services come too late, experts say, after uptick in violence

Most acts of violence are not committed by mentally ill people and that they are more likely to be victims of violence or of self-harm.
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25 great films to teach kids about the environment

25 great films to teach kids about the environment

Why not start conversations with children about our relationship with nature through film?
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Mario Canseco: Poll shows British Columbians most likely to dream about ‘next big thing’

Mario Canseco: Poll shows British Columbians most likely to dream about ‘next big thing’

Polling by Glacier Media and Research Co. found prospective B.C. entrepreneurs primarily look at opportunities in hospitality and food, and entertainment and recreation
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In B.C, precarious work is the new normal

In B.C, precarious work is the new normal

Groundbreaking research finds ‘good jobs’ are being replaced by work that leaves people struggling.
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Section of B.C. child protection act unconstitutional, court rules

Section of B.C. child protection act unconstitutional, court rules

Parents may not know when the Ministry of Children and Family Development has obtained their private health records without consent.
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Delays continue to plague B.C. workers struggling to access justice

Delays continue to plague B.C. workers struggling to access justice

Despite budget increases, the Employment Standards Branch is failing to meet its own response time targets.
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Incredible northern lights captured by Metro Vancouver man at 2:30 a.m.

Incredible northern lights captured by Metro Vancouver man at 2:30 a.m.

He waited at Spanish Banks Beach to catch the light show.
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Passenger rights overhaul draws criticism from both sides — airlines and advocates

Passenger rights overhaul draws criticism from both sides — airlines and advocates

MONTREAL — Airlines say it goes too far. Advocates say not far enough.
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