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Report shows economic case for high immigration, but warns of housing trade-offs

Report shows economic case for high immigration, but warns of housing trade-offs

OTTAWA — At a time when skeptics are questioning Canada's plan to ramp up immigration, a new report argues the country needs to welcome a lot more newcomers to counterbalance its aging demographic.
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Squamish Nation and City of North Vancouver sign protocol agreement

Squamish Nation and City of North Vancouver sign protocol agreement

The agreement lays out six principles and guidelines for the two governments to follow
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New B.C. bail program wrapped up in labour court action

New B.C. bail program wrapped up in labour court action

The bail program was implemented to address staffing and assignment of Crown counsel who carry out bail-related responsibilities.
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Time Traveller: The Scottish Games were an important annual event in North Van

Time Traveller: The Scottish Games were an important annual event in North Van

This photo shows members of the North Vancouver St. Andrews & Caledonian Society at their fourth annual Scottish Games in 1913
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B.C. wildfires on the rise amid drought, federal help on the way

B.C. wildfires on the rise amid drought, federal help on the way

The number of wildfires in British Columbia continues to rise amid persistent drought, and federal aid — including military resources — is on the way.
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Mount Seymour Little League Seniors All Stars head to nationals

Mount Seymour Little League Seniors All Stars head to nationals

If the provincial champion North Vancouver team wins in Ottawa, they’ll quickly head to the Little League World Series in South Carolina
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Garden to table: Veggie-fed bison burgers and regenerative agriculture are a tasty combo

Garden to table: Veggie-fed bison burgers and regenerative agriculture are a tasty combo

Permaculture expert Laura Marie Neubert meets regenerative ranchers who raise 100% grass-fed bison and beef in Northwestern B.C.
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A documentary series that presents different stories of the Indigenous elders

A documentary series that presents different stories of the Indigenous elders

"My hope for the show is that these stories engage a wide audience and make them open their eyes to the characters and their stories that are relevant to everyone — then we can move forward as one."
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B.C. woman loses custody battle for rescue cats left with tenants for 5 years

B.C. woman loses custody battle for rescue cats left with tenants for 5 years

The small claims action involves two cats: Vagrant and Nicholas Cage.
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B.C. Human Rights Commissioner calls for an end to immigration detention after province extends agreement with CBSA

B.C. Human Rights Commissioner calls for an end to immigration detention after province extends agreement with CBSA

"They come here and they are being treated in ways that violate their dignity, and that further exacerbates trauma," said Kasari Govender.
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