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B.C. and Canada introduce anti-money laundering weapons. But will they work?

B.C. and Canada introduce anti-money laundering weapons. But will they work?

The provincial regulations and legislation were recommended by the Cullen Commission of Inquiry into Money Laundering in B.C.
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Vatican rejects Doctrine of Discovery, a move Indigenous people have long urged

Vatican rejects Doctrine of Discovery, a move Indigenous people have long urged

The Vatican has formally denounced a 15th-century doctrine used to legitimize the seizure of Indigenous land, but the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations says the Roman Catholic Church should go further to repair the harm caused by the de
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MPs debate bill that would outlaw advertising sugar to Canadian kids

MPs debate bill that would outlaw advertising sugar to Canadian kids

The bill seeks to forbid ads for sugary food and drinks aimed at kids under 13.
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Squamish's Sḵwálwen Botanicals is a finalist in the Small Business BC Awards

Squamish's Sḵwálwen Botanicals is a finalist in the Small Business BC Awards

All winners will be announced at the Small Business BC Awards in-person gala on June 2.
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Florida aquarium agrees to return Lolita the orca to Pacific after 53 years in tank

Florida aquarium agrees to return Lolita the orca to Pacific after 53 years in tank

MIAMI — An orca known as Lolita could be heading back to her home waters in the Pacific Northwest, ending more than 50 years of tank captivity, after a deal was struck between the Miami Seaquarium and advocates pushing for her release.
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Finance minister defends federal budget to Metro Vancouver business community

Finance minister defends federal budget to Metro Vancouver business community

Finance Minister in Vancouver days after unveiling federal budget
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'Beautiful to see': B.C. woman encounters swimming wolf

'Beautiful to see': B.C. woman encounters swimming wolf

"It was a strong swimmer," says Maxine Caroline Gillette.
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North Van waives public hearing for proposed Mosquito Creek apartments

North Van waives public hearing for proposed Mosquito Creek apartments

The proposal received minimal public feedback, but city staff expressed support
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There is snow, thunder and rain in the Metro Vancouver forecast. Here's how long the foul weather might last

There is snow, thunder and rain in the Metro Vancouver forecast. Here's how long the foul weather might last

There is some seriously stormy weather in the forecast...but how long will it last?
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As Canadians miss out on benefits, Ottawa promises automatic tax filing is on the way

As Canadians miss out on benefits, Ottawa promises automatic tax filing is on the way

OTTAWA — As some vulnerable Canadians who don't file their taxes miss out on benefits, the Canada Revenue Agency is expected to pilot a new automatic system next year.
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