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Alcohol-related deaths rose 18 per cent during pandemic: report

Alcohol-related deaths rose 18 per cent during pandemic: report

The Prairies and British Columbia saw three times the deaths tied to alcohol as Ontario and the Atlantic provinces, and six to seven times the deaths seen in Quebec.
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Wintry blast to continue after season's first big snowfall blankets Metro Vancouver

Wintry blast to continue after season's first big snowfall blankets Metro Vancouver

VANCOUVER — The first snowy blast of winter in Metro Vancouver is expected to continue with up to 25 centimetres of snow predicted in some areas before it's done today.
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Winter's first widespread snowfall hits Metro Vancouver, with more on the way

Winter's first widespread snowfall hits Metro Vancouver, with more on the way

VANCOUVER — The first widespread snowfall of winter has hit Metro Vancouver, with Environment Canada warning the ongoing wintry blast could eventually bring up to 25 centimetres to start off a frigid week.
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B.C.'s south coast sees first snowfall of the season

B.C.'s south coast sees first snowfall of the season

VANCOUVER — Residents of B.C.’s south coast are encouraged to dress warmly and get their winter tires ready as snowfall warnings are now in effect for the region.
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One man died after a fight outside a pub in Coquitlam, says IHIT

One man died after a fight outside a pub in Coquitlam, says IHIT

COQUITLAM, B.C. — The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team says two men are in custody after a 35-year-old man was fatally stabbed outside a pub in Coquitlam, B.C. A release from IHIT says RCMP responded to a report of a fight around 9:42 p.m.
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A correction to a Jan. 30 story about B.C.'s new lieutenant-governor

A story that moved on Thursday, Jan. 30, about British Columbia's new lieutenant-governor incorrectly described the military personnel who provided a gun salute as troopers. In fact, they were gunners. The Canadian Press
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Wendy Cocchia sworn in as B.C.'s 31st lieutenant-governor

Wendy Cocchia sworn in as B.C.'s 31st lieutenant-governor

VICTORIA — Premier David Eby has introduced British Columbia's new lieutenant-governor, saying Wendy Cocchia's lifelong leadership and dedication to community service sets an example for everyone.
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Here's what the Sea to Sky's B.C. election candidates spent in their campaign bids

Here's what the Sea to Sky's B.C. election candidates spent in their campaign bids

The Greens' Jeremy Valeriote topped the list of local candidates, spending nearly $210K in his successful bid for MLA
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Avalanche warning issued for B.C. as winter weather forecasted

Avalanche warning issued for B.C. as winter weather forecasted

VANCOUVER — Avalanche Canada is warning anyone planning to head into British Columbia's backcountry that incoming winter weather is expected to bring a "major increase in avalanche danger.
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Minister fires Greater Victoria School Board after disagreements over police in schools

Minister fires Greater Victoria School Board after disagreements over police in schools

The move follows an ongoing dispute over the board’s cancellation of the school police liaison program
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