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Canada bans testing of cosmetics on animals, in line with dozens of other countries

Canada bans testing of cosmetics on animals, in line with dozens of other countries

TORONTO — Canada has banned testing cosmetic products on animals, a largely symbolic move that brings the policy in line with dozens of other countries.
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Rising grocer profit margins underscore need for competition, regulator finds

Rising grocer profit margins underscore need for competition, regulator finds

Canada's grocery sector needs more competition to help keep food prices down, give shoppers more choice and encourage new entrants, the country's competition watchdog says.
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Kirk LaPointe: Government keeps obscuring our right to know what we don’t

Kirk LaPointe: Government keeps obscuring our right to know what we don’t

Last week was a big week on the information-freedom frontier, for better and worse
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First Nations to lead 'Canada Together' celebrations July 1

First Nations to lead 'Canada Together' celebrations July 1

The Tsleil-Waututh, Musqueam and Squamish Nations will collaborate with Vancouver Fraser Port Authority for Canada Day and its culturally inclusive roster of events
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B.C. inflation cools to 3.4% in May: StatCan

B.C. inflation cools to 3.4% in May: StatCan

National inflation rate sees smallest increase in two years
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Every dog has its day: Pup’s alleged allergies focal point in small claims dispute

Every dog has its day: Pup’s alleged allergies focal point in small claims dispute

The couple fought for a refund, arguing the dog had allergies, but it turns out they were barking up the wrong tree.
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'They looked at me': B.C. wolves surprise homeowner with backyard visit

'They looked at me': B.C. wolves surprise homeowner with backyard visit

The wolves just stared at the homeowner, unfazed.
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B.C. education ministry wants school gang, gun violence assessments

B.C. education ministry wants school gang, gun violence assessments

The ministry has issued a request for proposal to support its "Expect Respect and A Safe Education" strategy.
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Metro Vancouver college to use 'holy grail of sewage pipes' to heat campus

Metro Vancouver college to use 'holy grail of sewage pipes' to heat campus

Sewage heat recovery for the college could also mean low carbon-heating for surrounding areas.
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B.C. lawyer fined $5K for feeding client answers on immigration application

B.C. lawyer fined $5K for feeding client answers on immigration application

The lawyer was less than a year into his career at the time.
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