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Two of B.C.'s overdose prevention programs have 'significant deficiencies': auditor

Two of B.C.'s overdose prevention programs have 'significant deficiencies': auditor

VICTORIA — Nearly eight years after British Columbia declared a public-health emergency because of escalating overdoses, it still hasn't set a standard of care for those struggling with addiction, the auditor general says.
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Wildfires drop Canada's air quality below U.S. for first time ever, says report

Wildfires drop Canada's air quality below U.S. for first time ever, says report

North America's 13 most polluted cities in 2023 were all located in Canada, found the IQAir report.
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What's the secret of this green ooze in West Vancouver?

What's the secret of this green ooze in West Vancouver?

A neon-green substance seen spilling out into the ocean near John Lawson Park is harmless, the district says
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How warm will it get in your Metro Vancouver neighbourhood?

How warm will it get in your Metro Vancouver neighbourhood?

The weather is changing...but first, there will be some unseasonably warm temperatures.
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Letter: In response to Keith Roy

Letter: In response to Keith Roy

'I’ve always put our communities first, even when it meant challenging my party’s policies, including on the climate, electoral reform, and foreign affairs'
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Nowruz Google Doodle sparks online debate

Nowruz Google Doodle sparks online debate

The search engine giant says it must comply with U.S. sanctions, which restrict supporting business in Iran
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Parking lot brawl results in assault charges for B.C. teen girl

Parking lot brawl results in assault charges for B.C. teen girl

A 15-year-old girl has been charged with aggravated assault and assault causing bodily harm.
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Update: Richmond hockey player gets 31-game suspension after fight with North Van goalie

Update: Richmond hockey player gets 31-game suspension after fight with North Van goalie

Sockeyes defenceman Eithan Grishin received the suspension after a brawl at a game on Jan. 25.
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B.C. athlete aborts swim of Hawaii's Molokai Channel

B.C. athlete aborts swim of Hawaii's Molokai Channel

The long-distance swimmer was stung heavily by jellyfish.
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B.C.’s new home-flipping tax unlikely to help affordability, say experts

B.C.’s new home-flipping tax unlikely to help affordability, say experts

Some economists say the measure could discourage investment and tighten market conditions.
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