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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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West Van's Ferry Building to reopen in April with new exhibit

West Van's Ferry Building to reopen in April with new exhibit

The gallery’s first exhibition this year ‘Sibling Revelry’ will feature works from four brothers and sisters who grew up in West Vancouver
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U.S. SEC can freeze B.C. assets ahead of major stock fraud hearing, judge rules

U.S. SEC can freeze B.C. assets ahead of major stock fraud hearing, judge rules

B.C. judge allows injunction claim by U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission against assets belonging to defendants in a $1 billion stock fraud case
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Video: Watch this Squamish bear return to its bed — after another furry local has visited

Video: Watch this Squamish bear return to its bed — after another furry local has visited

They are not sleeping: Squamish conservationist John Buchanan's footage shows what happens over a bear's night.
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B.C. tackles vet shortage by doubling veterinary school seats

B.C. tackles vet shortage by doubling veterinary school seats

More B.C. students will now be able to become veterinarians each year with the permanent change.
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