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In the Courts: Creator of B.C. overdose app ordered to repay $158K loan

In the Courts: Creator of B.C. overdose app ordered to repay $158K loan

Plaintiff sought interest rate nearing 70 per cent in one case
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Rob Shaw: Late in the day, David Eby recognizes broad public concern on open drug use

Rob Shaw: Late in the day, David Eby recognizes broad public concern on open drug use

The premier promises to do something to deal with public safety
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Who’s Suing Whom: May 12, 2023

Who’s Suing Whom: May 12, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court
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Inflation likely slowed again in April, but economists say wage growth a top concern

OTTAWA — Canadians' wages are finally growing faster than prices as inflation continues to ease, but that isn't necessarily good news for economists who worry high wage growth might stand in the way of bringing inflation back down to the two per cent
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Opinion: Why Taiwan is an indispensable stakeholder in global public health

Opinion: Why Taiwan is an indispensable stakeholder in global public health

Leading countries like Canada can maintain the momentum by speaking up for Taiwanese inclusion in WHO mechanisms: director general of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Vancouver
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Jane Talbot named president and CEO of Downtown Van

Jane Talbot named president and CEO of Downtown Van

She served as interim CEO for the last six months at the non-profit organization
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Former NDP cabinet minister joins BC United

Former NDP cabinet minister joins BC United

Harry Lali says he now believes the best interests of the province, especially resource-dependent, rural communities, would be served by a BC United government
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Insolvencies in Canada in March up 28.3% year-over-year, report says

Insolvencies in Canada in March up 28.3% year-over-year, report says

OTTAWA — The total number of insolvencies in Canada in March was up 28.3 per cent compared with the same month last year as both consumer and business insolvencies climbed higher.
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Who’s Suing Whom: May 11, 2023

Who’s Suing Whom: May 11, 2023

The latest from the B.C. Supreme Court
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Are Canada's green corporate subsidies a new race to the bottom or a path to the top?

Are Canada's green corporate subsidies a new race to the bottom or a path to the top?

OTTAWA — The federal Liberals have made it clear that Canada's road to a greener economy will be paved with billions of dollars in corporate subsidies.
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