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Canada-wide warrant issued for man wanted by Coquitlam RCMP

COQUITLAM, B.C. — A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for a man who Coquitlam RCMP say is unlawfully at large. The Mounties say 21-year-old Eric Sabbadin failed to return to the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital in Coquitlam on Sunday evening.
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Hudson’s Hope declares local state of emergency

Hudson’s Hope declares local state of emergency

Evacuation order as well.
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North Vancouver Island health-care is in an 'evolving state of crisis,' new leaked document shows

North Vancouver Island health-care is in an 'evolving state of crisis,' new leaked document shows

Most of the North Island region — not only Port Hardy — is facing doctor and nursing shortages as well as significant gaps in medical imaging and lab services, a document leaked to Canada's National Observer shows.
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British Columbians can run in multiple elections at same time, says Ministry of Municipal Affairs

British Columbians can run in multiple elections at same time, says Ministry of Municipal Affairs

Candidates can run throughout province at same time - just not in same electoral jurisdiction.
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Labour forces: The new look of labour in B.C.'s COVID economy

Labour forces: The new look of labour in B.C.'s COVID economy

Pandemic and inflation trigger seismic shift in organized labour intensity in B.C. and beyond
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Cannabis users are just as motivated as everyone else, study shows

Cannabis users are just as motivated as everyone else, study shows

Despite popular stereotypes, cannabis users are just as motivated as non-cannabis users.
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B.C. couple sells their home during pandemic to sail the world

B.C. couple sells their home during pandemic to sail the world

The couple hopes to be an inspiration to others who may be too scared to chase their dreams.
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'Glitch' causes delay in booking COVID boosters for B.C. kids

'Glitch' causes delay in booking COVID boosters for B.C. kids

Ministry of Health says invitations to book third doses are now flowing to "all eligible children" in the five-to-11 age group.
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Defence seeks 8 months of jail time for former Whitecaps coach Bob Birarda

Defence seeks 8 months of jail time for former Whitecaps coach Bob Birarda

'I'm here today to take responsibility for my actions and the impact I've had on you,' Birarda says in an apology to his victims
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B.C. human trafficking case going to trial

B.C. human trafficking case going to trial

"Investigators believe underage girls were recruited and trafficked for several months."
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