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Aboriginal title 'a first step,' UBCM told

Aboriginal title 'a first step,' UBCM told

Landmark Tsilhqot'in decision will be the first of many declarations, lawyer tells local government representatives
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VIDEO: Drone footage captures bird's eye view of B.C. orcas

VIDEO: Drone footage captures bird's eye view of B.C. orcas

The Vancouver Aquarium captured over 30,000 photos of killer whales off northern Vancouver Island's coast, in Johnstone Strait, in August.
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B.C. to add rural ambulance resources

B.C. to add rural ambulance resources

Health Minister Terry Lake says 80 paramedics to share duties with care homes, home care to service small communities
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Analyst stands by report on ferry fares impact

Analyst stands by report on ferry fares impact

Coastal communities want province to rethink fare hikes based on economic damage
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Ferries to be converted to use LNG

Ferries to be converted to use LNG

BC Ferries embraces conversion after rejecting it; refit will also include low-friction hull coating and likely slot machines on board
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North Island schools to open Monday

Teachers, government end strike with approval of six-year contract.
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B.C. teachers endorse six-year deal, 86 per cent in favour (with VIDEO)

B.C. teachers endorse six-year deal, 86 per cent in favour (with VIDEO)

Most school districts will be up and running on Monday, BCTF president Jim Iker says after members back his recommendation
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Human Rights Tribunal rejects smart meter complaint

Human Rights Tribunal rejects smart meter complaint

Group claimed BC Hydro was discriminating against people with a disability, "electrohypersensitivity"
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Drug bust snares 8

Multiple charges laid after intelligence-led RCMP operation targeting drug trafficking.
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Teachers vote on deal today

B.C.’s striking teachers are expected to vote today on a tentative settlement with the provincial government.
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