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Plan to create vast B.C. network of protected ocean opens to public

Plan to create vast B.C. network of protected ocean opens to public

The marine protected area network would stretch from Campbell River on Vancouver Island to the Alaskan border. But first, it must pass a public engagement phase.
Canadian housing inventory drops below 10-year average

Canadian housing inventory drops below 10-year average

Despite a dwindling market in Canada, B.C. is seeing a return to normal after a "crazy market" during COVID-19, says expert.
Sea to Sky Gondola doubles reward for tips about two previous acts of sabotage

Sea to Sky Gondola doubles reward for tips about two previous acts of sabotage

BC RCMP say no arrests, hope that folks come forward with what they know now that the reward from the gondola is $500,000.
Squamish police briefs

Squamish police briefs

Bear spray attacks. Crash. Garbage fire. Fake waiter.
SFU prof says new Squamish rules on behaviour could be a response to the polarized political atmosphere

SFU prof says new Squamish rules on behaviour could be a response to the polarized political atmosphere

Voters should watch candidates to see if they stick to rules outlined in the bylaw, says Mayor Karen Elliott.
B.C. government cancels school for Queen's funeral

B.C. government cancels school for Queen's funeral

Premier John Horgan said K-12 public schools and public post-secondary institutions would close Sept. 19 alongside most Crown corporations to mark Queen Elizabeth II's funeral.
#FyreFondo: GranFondo Whistler organizers 'acknowledge challenges' following backlash

#FyreFondo: GranFondo Whistler organizers 'acknowledge challenges' following backlash

Cyclists speak out after finding aid stations between Vancouver and Whistler Village drained of food and electrolytes—save for a few 'uneatable green bananas.'
Metro Vancouver crews halt fire in North Shore Mountains

Metro Vancouver crews halt fire in North Shore Mountains

Metro Vancouver says it appears someone abandoned a campfire in the Lower Seymour.
Weather Network predicts warmer-than-normal fall across most of Canada

Weather Network predicts warmer-than-normal fall across most of Canada

In B.C., we can expect a warm September.
Lisa Turpin is running for Squamish's school board

Lisa Turpin is running for Squamish's school board

Turpin works as a bylaw administrator for the District of Squamish and is a former Lions Bay councillor.
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