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Latest proposal offered hints why the Vancouver 2030 Olympic bid failed

Latest proposal offered hints why the Vancouver 2030 Olympic bid failed

The Winter Olympics aren’t returning to British Columbia in 2030 after the NDP government announced Thursday it would not back another multibillion-dollar mega-event, even with many venues left over from Vancouver 2010.
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Intermittent closures expected at Grouse Mountain Park this weekend due to heavy rain

Intermittent closures expected at Grouse Mountain Park this weekend due to heavy rain

Trail closures went into effect Thursday but are expected to lift Friday before likely closing again over the weekend
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'Affordability' funding helps families with cost-of-living pressures

'Affordability' funding helps families with cost-of-living pressures

North Van parents can apply for help paying for field trips, hot lunches and school sports. Families can also ask for help with the cost of groceries.
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B.C. food bank sues donation platform operator for $143,000

B.C. food bank sues donation platform operator for $143,000

The Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society contracted with Pinc Productions Inc. to create an online donations platform but $169,912 allegedly went missing.
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'They denied us that journey' says Tsleil-Waututh Chief as province rejects Indigenous-led Olympic bid

'They denied us that journey' says Tsleil-Waututh Chief as province rejects Indigenous-led Olympic bid

Four host Nations have been heading planning efforts since last year. Leaders say they weren't consulted about the decision to pull support for the 2030 Games in Vancouver
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Newcomer to Vancouver: Transit is like waiting for a flaky date

Newcomer to Vancouver: Transit is like waiting for a flaky date

In this regular column, North Shore News reporter Mina Kerr-Lazenby shares the ups and downs of moving to Metro Vancouver, and all it entails.
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B.C. reports highest COVID-19 death count in months

B.C. reports highest COVID-19 death count in months

The 44 COVID-19 deaths in a week is the highest total since June 16.
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North Van's Connor Bedard headlines NHL Central Scouting's players to watch list

North Van's Connor Bedard headlines NHL Central Scouting's players to watch list

Bedard is widely projected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NHL entry draft
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Holiday cheer: Send us your favourite stories and traditions

Holiday cheer: Send us your favourite stories and traditions

Is there a festive food you always crave? A family Christmas tradition you love? We want to hear your favourite stories from the holiday season 🎄
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The Polygon is hosting a November series of feminist cinema from Iran

The Polygon is hosting a November series of feminist cinema from Iran

Held at the North Vancouver gallery Thursday evenings, the films feature evocative themes and most are directed by women
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