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'Magical experience': Diver recounts swimming with shark off Lions Bay

'Magical experience': Diver recounts swimming with shark off Lions Bay

Three people experienced a close encounter with a shark in the ocean just 15 minutes from Vancouver.
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James Harry in conversation about 'Welcome Gate' at the Squamish Arts Festival

James Harry in conversation about 'Welcome Gate' at the Squamish Arts Festival

Harry will be giving a talk at the Brackendale Art Gallery on Aug.13.
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Update: Lightning storm sparks several new fires near Whistler

Update: Lightning storm sparks several new fires near Whistler

Aircraft are helping fight lightning-caused wildfires near Whistler and Pemberton, in areas with difficult terrain that make them hard to get to
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Whistler Adaptive Sports ‘adapts playground’ in Squamish

Whistler Adaptive Sports ‘adapts playground’ in Squamish

The WAS programs held along the Sea to Sky Corridor aim to create a safe space for people living with disabilities to enjoy the outdoors.
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Video: Provincial park closes as wildfire quadruples near Pemberton

Video: Provincial park closes as wildfire quadruples near Pemberton

A popular provincial park was closed as of Aug. 8 due to the wildfire
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Squamish youth column: Teens’ newest addiction

Squamish youth column: Teens’ newest addiction

'With around one-third of our high school student body gambling, one can’t help but think of the negative effects —and not without reason.'
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Sea to Sky health-care needs report shows critical service gaps

Sea to Sky health-care needs report shows critical service gaps

The study is part of a three-phase, 30-year master plan which will create a ‘vision’ for health-care in Whistler, Pemberton, Squamish and adjacent communities
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Squamish letter: It is time to get real on LNG

Squamish letter: It is time to get real on LNG

'Look around and thank somebody who you recognize as adding value to your life and that of your community.'
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‘The Indigenous economy should be led by Indigenous businesses,’ says ‘Bears’ Lair' winner

‘The Indigenous economy should be led by Indigenous businesses,’ says ‘Bears’ Lair' winner

Indigenous winner of Dragon’s Den-type shows advocates for economic self-determination, highlights challenges faced by Indigenous entrepreneurs. 
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Lightning 'event' starts 13 wildfires in Pemberton and Whistler area

Lightning 'event' starts 13 wildfires in Pemberton and Whistler area

Eight wildfires are burning out of control as of Thursday and three are being held. The largest wildfire is 17 hectares.
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