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Lawn watering restrictions now in effect for Metro Vancouver
by Simon Little on May 1, 2024 at 7:31 pm
As of Wednesday, people living in the regional district are only allowed to water their lawns one morning per week in order to conserve drinking water for the summer.
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Crude oil flowing into B.C. through Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
by Darrian Matassa-Fung on May 1, 2024 at 7:23 pm
Wednesday marks the first official operational day for the Trans Mountain expansion pipeline in both B.C. and Alberta.
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Canucks captain Quinn Hughes among finalists for NHL’s defenceman of the year
on May 1, 2024 at 4:08 pm
Quinn Hughes, in his first season as Canucks captain, led all blueliners with a career-high 92 points, and set franchise records for points and assists by a defenceman.
Global Canada News
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Crude oil flowing into B.C. through Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
by Darrian Matassa-Fung on May 1, 2024 at 7:23 pm
Wednesday marks the first official operational day for the Trans Mountain expansion pipeline in both B.C. and Alberta.
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Toxic metals in vapes may pose major health risks for youth, study finds
by Naomi Barghiel on May 1, 2024 at 6:32 pm
The study, published Monday in the Tobacco Control journal, says vaping may increase the risk of exposure to lead, uranium and cadmium.
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Inflation dogs Manitoba vets, shelters, pet owners alike
by Sam Thompson on May 1, 2024 at 6:30 pm
The costs of food, care and veterinary services are forcing pet owners to make some difficult decisions about their furry companions.
Official International Auto Thrill Shows
Canada, USA & International
Official North American Auto Thrill Shows
There was a time when auto thrill shows drew larger crowds than NASCAR races. Spectators packed rickety wooden grandstands to watch daring young men in spiffy white uniforms do the “slide for life” or the “T-bone crash,” to drive cars on two wheels, or to jump cars or motorcycles from ramp to ramp.
…and more!
Global Money News
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U.S. Fed says it won’t cut rates until it has ‘greater confidence’ on inflation
on May 1, 2024 at 7:15 pm
The Fed emphasized inflation has remained high in recent months and said it doesn’t plan to cut rates until it has “greater confidence” price increases are slowing sustainably.
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Nearly 60% of retirees are supporting adult children financially, survey finds
by Uday Rana on May 1, 2024 at 6:21 pm
The report said 59 per cent of retirees report helping their non-student adult children with both day-to-day expenses and big-ticket items like home purchases.
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Loblaw CEO ‘more optimistic’ than before on grocery code of conduct
on May 1, 2024 at 12:39 pm
Loblaw's new chief executive said he's "cautiously optimistic" that the company will be able to come to an agreement on the grocery code of conduct.
BC Civic Government News
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City of New Westminster Opens təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre
on April 29, 2024 at 10:20 pm
The new 10,644 square metre (114,571 square foot) state-of-the-art facility is the City of New Westminster’s largest capital project to date. The combined aquatic and community centre is LEED Gold certified and is Canada’s first completed all-electric facility to achieve the Canada Green […]
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City of North Vancouver Approves New Economic Strategy
on April 26, 2024 at 6:51 pm
This blueprint provides an overview of the City’s current economic challenges and opportunities, and outlines four pathways with clear tactics to guide City decision-making and resource allocation over the coming 5 to 10 years.
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Langford Launches City Fact Check Page as a Resource for Residents
on April 26, 2024 at 5:45 pm
Local governments across the country have launched similar initiatives to help ensure that the correct information is shared with residents. Cities including Prince George, Kelowna, and Welland, Ontario have all implemented this proactive communication tactic to support the dissemination of […]
CTV Top Stories
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Canada's most wanted fugitive arrested in P.E.I. in connection with Toronto homicide
on May 1, 2024 at 7:10 pm
A suspect in a fatal shooting in Toronto’s east end last summer has been arrested in Charlottetown, just one week after he topped a list of Canada’s most wanted fugitives.
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Lawyers for man accused of killing 4 women to argue he's not criminally responsible
on May 1, 2024 at 7:03 pm
Lawyers for a Winnipeg man accused of killing four women say they plan to argue that he is not criminally responsible because he is mentally ill.
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Wisconsin school district says active shooter 'neutralized' outside middle school
on May 1, 2024 at 6:46 pm
A Wisconsin school district said an active shooter was 'neutralized' outside a middle school in Mount Horeb on Wednesday, and no one inside the building was injured.
Huffington Post News
Latest Kijiji Ads-Location: BC Buy & Sell
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Tinker Toys
on May 1, 2024 at 7:34 pm
Loved but no longer need.
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iPad and iPod Repair
on May 1, 2024 at 7:34 pm
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iPhone 11 Pro Max 256 gb
on May 1, 2024 at 7:33 pm
iPhone 11 Pro Max 256gb unlocked and ready for a new owner
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Fancy Bike Bags
on May 1, 2024 at 7:33 pm
Well made, self standing, durable, bike bags. Used when rode to work. Never use. No longer want to store. Paid over 200$ 15 years ago.