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Most of Canada to receive emergency alert test today

Most of Canada to receive emergency alert test today

OTTAWA — The federal government will test its capacity to issue emergency alerts today. That means Canadians in most provinces and territories will receive a test alert on their cellphones, as well as through TV and radio broadcasts.
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Limits put on B.C. massage therapist pending investigation

Limits put on B.C. massage therapist pending investigation

The College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia considered the allegations to be serious with a risk of recurrence if an interim order were not made.
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Les Leyne: B.C.'s drug decriminalization experiment fizzles out

Les Leyne: B.C.'s drug decriminalization experiment fizzles out

Taking action implies moving forward, but the B.C. government is going backward and capitulating on decriminalization
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B.C. wildfire expert says rapid detection, action on fire starts key as climate warms

B.C. wildfire expert says rapid detection, action on fire starts key as climate warms

More should be spent on prevention and mitigation, including FireSmart initiatives, says wildfire researcher.
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No jail in death threats case where B.C. man met woman once

No jail in death threats case where B.C. man met woman once

The man's family has taken "extreme steps" to ensure he gets treatment, the court heard.
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Free food, crafts and tours at annual Doors Open Richmond event

Free food, crafts and tours at annual Doors Open Richmond event

More than 40 sites across the city will welcome community members from June 8 to 9 to showcase the city's cultural diversity.
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Orca pod spotted in vicinity of orphan B.C. killer whale, but no evidence of family

Orca pod spotted in vicinity of orphan B.C. killer whale, but no evidence of family

ZEBALLOS, B.C.
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KPU Richmond students design clean-air tents for wildfire fighters

KPU Richmond students design clean-air tents for wildfire fighters

BC Wildfire Service is expected to test the tents at wildfire camps this summer.
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B.C. tourism economy blooms as spring arrives

B.C. tourism economy blooms as spring arrives

Demand for travel, accommodation and events picks up in May through September.
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Water deemed undrinkable on ferry Queen of Oak Bay

Water deemed undrinkable on ferry Queen of Oak Bay

Water supply on ferry contaminated by floor cleaner
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