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Burnaby medical mask company fined $13K for 'repeated violations’ after workers caught in machinery

Burnaby medical mask company fined $13K for 'repeated violations’ after workers caught in machinery

WorkSafeBC has fined Vitacore Industries Inc. for 'repeated violations' at its Burnaby manufacturing plants. Seven workers have been injured after being caught in machines that WorkSafe says weren't properly safeguarded.
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U.S. President Joe Biden to visit Canada in March, White House says

U.S. President Joe Biden to visit Canada in March, White House says

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden will make his first official visit to Canada in March, the White House has confirmed.
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'It doesn't make sense': B.C. man feels left out to dry by government after slow pace of vaccine injury assessment

'It doesn't make sense': B.C. man feels left out to dry by government after slow pace of vaccine injury assessment

Recovery for Julian Scholefield is slow, but still progressing. He is still in a wheelchair and still paralyzed
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Tips on shady finances 'may not get investigated' amid police constraints: RCMP note

Tips on shady finances 'may not get investigated' amid police constraints: RCMP note

OTTAWA — The RCMP says many tips from Canada's financial intelligence agency about possible crimes "may not get investigated" due to a lack of policing resources and conflicting priorities.
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As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

As 'Three Amigos' meet in Mexico, experts call on leaders for North American vision

MEXICO CITY — From the frosty throes of a Canadian winter, the land of conquistadors and Frida Kahlo can seem a million miles away.
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Rob Shaw: Eby’s many early accomplishments are impressive, but meaningless

Rob Shaw: Eby’s many early accomplishments are impressive, but meaningless

Premier David Eby has reached the half-way point of his 100-day launch plan, and while he’s racked up an impressive list of accomplishments so far, he’s also a long way away from hitting the high bar he set for himself at the start.
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Who’s getting sued: Jan. 9, 2023

Who’s getting sued: Jan. 9, 2023

These corporate claims were filed with the BC Supreme Court registry in Vancouver. Information is derived from notices of civil claim. Civil claims have not been tested or proven in court. Defendants B21 Trade (Canada) Ltd .
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S&P/TSX composite up more than 150 points in late-morning trading

S&P/TSX composite up more than 150 points in late-morning trading

TORONTO — Strength in the energy, technology and base metal sectors helped Canada's main stock index gain more than 150 points in late-morning trading, while U.S. stock markets also climbed higher. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 157.
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Canada buying F-35s as defence minister says once-maligned jets have 'matured'

Canada buying F-35s as defence minister says once-maligned jets have 'matured'

OTTAWA — Canada is officially buying the F-35 fighter jet, ending the years-long search to replace the aging CF-18 fleet where it first began.
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Bank CEOs say higher credit requirements manageable following regulator boost

Bank CEOs say higher credit requirements manageable following regulator boost

TORONTO — Canadian bank CEOs say they're able to adapt to the higher credit requirements the banking regulator has set in preparation for more uncertain economic times ahead.
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