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COVID loan deadline threatens business survival, North Van Chamber warns

COVID loan deadline threatens business survival, North Van Chamber warns

Now is the time to show small businesses some love and shop local, the chamber says
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Iconic B.C. ski resort will face existential threat from climate change, says scientist

Iconic B.C. ski resort will face existential threat from climate change, says scientist

The future impacts of climate change on Whistler Blackcomb could be disastrous, with the 2023-24 season a sign of things to come, says one climatologist.
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Baldrey: B.C. Hydro's ability to meet coldsnap demand may bode well for summer heat

Baldrey: B.C. Hydro's ability to meet coldsnap demand may bode well for summer heat

It appears B.C. Hydro has found an efficient way to keep the heat and lights during extreme weather events. Columnist Keith Baldrey weighs in.
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North Van’s Chloe Primerano named MVP at U18 world hockey championships

North Van’s Chloe Primerano named MVP at U18 world hockey championships

The star defender shone despite Canada losing in an upset to Czechia in the semifinals
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The B.C. scientists racing to understand singing fish

The B.C. scientists racing to understand singing fish

The sounds fish make are poorly understood, but advances in passive acoustic listening could pave the way for understanding and managing underwater ecosystems like never before.
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Rob Shaw: BC Hydro's summertime power imports pay off during deep freeze

Rob Shaw: BC Hydro's summertime power imports pay off during deep freeze

Crown corporation criticized for importing power last year. But the move paid off as an extreme cold snap hit the province this month, according to its CEO
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'Snow to most areas': Metro Vancouver forecast includes freezing temperatures, snowfall

'Snow to most areas': Metro Vancouver forecast includes freezing temperatures, snowfall

Dangerous travel conditions are possible during the precipitation event.
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Canadians can benefit from time in nature this Blue Monday

Canadians can benefit from time in nature this Blue Monday

Spending time outside is important this time of year when seasonal depression and weather can impact mood, says non-profit.
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Letter: Over promise and little action from local politicians

Letter: Over promise and little action from local politicians

Traffic congestion issues on the Lions Gate Bridge could be eased if projects were followed through on, argues reader
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'Significant snow event' possible for Vancouver this week

'Significant snow event' possible for Vancouver this week

"We're fairly confident there'll be lower elevation snow Tuesday night."
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