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Over 200 schools in B.C. still vulnerable to earthquakes

Over 200 schools in B.C. still vulnerable to earthquakes

Past B.C. governments have pushed back deadlines to complete school seismic upgrades from 2020 to 2030. The current administration failed to provide a timeline for when it plans to finish the retrofits.
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Cooler weather helps slow fire growth, but B.C. fire season not yet over

Cooler weather helps slow fire growth, but B.C. fire season not yet over

B.C. needs a "season-ending rain event," says Cliff Chapman of the BC Wildfire Service.
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Updated: Car on fire near Squamish on Highway 99 Wednesday afternoon

Updated: Car on fire near Squamish on Highway 99 Wednesday afternoon

According to the District, no injuries were reported from this incident.
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This summer was a global record breaker for the highest heat ever measured, meteorologists say

This summer was a global record breaker for the highest heat ever measured, meteorologists say

GENEVA (AP) — Earth has sweltered through its hottest Northern Hemisphere summer ever measured, with a record warm August capping a season of brutal and deadly temperatures, according to the World Meteorological Organization.
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Gunshot in North Vancouver seniors residence prompts police investigation

Gunshot in North Vancouver seniors residence prompts police investigation

The incident drew a heavy police response in Lynn Valley on Sunday morning. Here’s what happened.
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Feds award $15 million contract to Sun Life to lay groundwork for dental care program

Feds award $15 million contract to Sun Life to lay groundwork for dental care program

OTTAWA — The federal government has awarded a contract worth up to $15 million to lay the groundwork for a new national dental insurance plan.
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Weakening economy convinces BoC to hold key rate, but door to more hikes stays open

Weakening economy convinces BoC to hold key rate, but door to more hikes stays open

OTTAWA — The Bank of Canada decided to hold its key interest rate steady on Wednesday amid mounting evidence the economy is slowing, but the central bank isn't declaring victory yet as it remains cautious to not fuel speculation about rate cuts.
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Plant-based sources of probiotics to boost gut health

Plant-based sources of probiotics to boost gut health

Add any one of these to your regular diet and your body will be sure to thank you.
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Amid forecast of financial uncertainty, B.C. Ferries seeks to buy 4 new electric vessels

Amid forecast of financial uncertainty, B.C. Ferries seeks to buy 4 new electric vessels

It is forecasting financial uncertainty amid staffing shortages and rising costs.
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Opinion: Poor police practices are endangering 2SLGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence

Opinion: Poor police practices are endangering 2SLGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence

Research finds that police officers engage in discriminatory behaviours towards 2SLGBTQ+ survivors of intimate partner violence.
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