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Directions home from a Drake concert among frivolous 911 calls made in B.C. in 2023

Directions home from a Drake concert among frivolous 911 calls made in B.C. in 2023

E-Comm has released its annual list of top 911 nuisance calls. Among them: Uber Eats order taking too long and a bad haircut.
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B.C. parents picked Noah as top baby name in 2023

B.C. parents picked Noah as top baby name in 2023

This is the second year that Noah is listed as the most popular baby name in B.C.
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Photos from the Vancouver civic affairs beat in 2023

Photos from the Vancouver civic affairs beat in 2023

Politicians, police and East Hastings encampment dwellers all subject of photographs this year.
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Most British Columbians thirsty for the NBA's return to Vancouver, says polling

Most British Columbians thirsty for the NBA's return to Vancouver, says polling

About 60 per cent of respondents believe bringing back pro basketball is a good idea, according to a Research Co. survey.
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What to expect from B.C. sports in 2024

What to expect from B.C. sports in 2024

From future NHL stars to the World Cup, and more
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B.C. provincial court judges to receive 28.4% pay increase over four years

B.C. provincial court judges to receive 28.4% pay increase over four years

The increase bumps the judges’ annual salary to $343,000 retroactive to April 1, 2023.
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B.C. regulations for asbestos handling — a first in Canada — come into effect Jan. 1

B.C. regulations for asbestos handling — a first in Canada — come into effect Jan. 1

Starting in 2024, asbestos abatement contractors will have to be licensed to operate in B.C. and anyone performing asbestos abatement work must complete mandatory safety training.
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Teen riding lawnmower dies in crash with pickup south of Nanaimo

Teen riding lawnmower dies in crash with pickup south of Nanaimo

Drugs and alcohol have been ruled out as factors. Police said the roads were wet at the time of the crash.
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Comment: 'Density' can mean more homes, more trees, more parks

Comment: 'Density' can mean more homes, more trees, more parks

Between 2013 and 2021, Victoria’s tree canopy increased by an amount equivalent to 60 soccer fields while density increased.
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The BBB's guide to giving end-of-year tips to service professionals

The BBB's guide to giving end-of-year tips to service professionals

Tipping this year can be difficult with rising costs, but the Better Business Bureau believes giving extra can go a long way.
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