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A quiet crisis: The unspoken struggles of men’s mental health in B.C.

A quiet crisis: The unspoken struggles of men’s mental health in B.C.

Men make up nearly 75% of suicide deaths in Canada; a new Victoria grassroots initiative aims to be a tool to address the problem
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NIEFS' Chris Callanan appointed Chair of the BC Chamber of Commerce

NIEFS' Chris Callanan appointed Chair of the BC Chamber of Commerce

As chair, Callanan will now lead the BC Chamber of Commerce in its mission to champion policies that foster economic growth, job creation, and a robust business environment across British Columbia
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VINTA warns North Island about SD85's $1.1 million budget shortfall

VINTA warns North Island about SD85's $1.1 million budget shortfall

The government hasn’t increased funding to match inflation or the growing needs in our schools, says Shawn Gough, President of VINTA
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Virtual psychiatry service brings timely mental health care to rural communities

Virtual psychiatry service brings timely mental health care to rural communities

Six regional psychiatrists rotate weekly to provide the service, bringing expertise from across Vancouver Island
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Family, including four children, rescued from bush near Port Alberni

Family, including four children, rescued from bush near Port Alberni

Alberni Valley Rescue Squad brings in ropes team to assist family in rough terrain
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North Island MLA Anna Kindy challenges health minister on waitlists

North Island MLA Anna Kindy challenges health minister on waitlists

Kindy: BC Health Services are failing. This government after eight years in power is in crisis management in every aspect of health care and delivery.
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Open burning ban coming for Vancouver Island, Lower Mainland

Open burning ban coming for Vancouver Island, Lower Mainland

Category 2 and 3 fires will be prohibited until Oct. 31, campfires will still be permitted at this time
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Aaron Gunn officially sworn in as an Member of Parliament for North Island–Powell River

Aaron Gunn officially sworn in as an Member of Parliament for North Island–Powell River

Aaron Gunn has officially been sworn in as a Member of Parliament for the North Island-Powell River riding
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Missing person Austin Lloyd found deceased; RCMP investigating

Missing person Austin Lloyd found deceased; RCMP investigating

The Port Hardy RCMP are currently investigating to determine the cause of his death
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Royal BC Museum launches music exhibit on change and resistance

Royal BC Museum launches music exhibit on change and resistance

From Chuck D to local punk heroes, this Royal BC Museum exhibit turns up the volume on resistance
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