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Canada's logging emissions on par with Alberta oil sands, says report

Canada's logging emissions on par with Alberta oil sands, says report

A new report finds logging in Canada produced a net 75 megatonnes of carbon emissions in 2020, more than the emissions from the country's electricity output and on par with its largest oil-producing region.
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Fatal UBC shooting victim identified; connected to Lower Mainland gang conflict

Fatal UBC shooting victim identified; connected to Lower Mainland gang conflict

Police say the shooting was reported at 9:49 a.m. at the UBC golf course.
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After 105 years, a life full of adventures — and perspective

After 105 years, a life full of adventures — and perspective

While skydiving is off the table again this year, her children and grandchildren have arranged a tugboat ride over the weekend.
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Four years after legalization, B.C. cannabis sales hit all-time high

Four years after legalization, B.C. cannabis sales hit all-time high

The $57.3 million spent on legal cannabis in the province in July was the most for any month ever
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'I was a target': Vancouver woman speaks out following violent stranger attack, online bullying

'I was a target': Vancouver woman speaks out following violent stranger attack, online bullying

A man attacked her from behind at her doorstep and struck her repeatedly with a metal pipe, knocking her unconscious. 
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From stress relief to managing depression: 10 ways swimming can do wonders for your mind and body

From stress relief to managing depression: 10 ways swimming can do wonders for your mind and body

Swimming is a great workout for people with chronic pain or any mobility issues.
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Opinion: Snow can spread and worsen the effects of pollutants in the environment

Opinion: Snow can spread and worsen the effects of pollutants in the environment

From persistent chemicals to exhaust particulate matter, snow accumulates highly toxic pollutants. Regulations are needed to address the impacts on water supplies and the food chain.
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SFU program director recounts mission to deliver medical supplies to Ukraine

SFU program director recounts mission to deliver medical supplies to Ukraine

Former soldier Rob McTavish personally delivered life-saving medical supplies in the war-torn country.
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Canada’s not prepared to handle marine cargo spills, House committee finds

Canada’s not prepared to handle marine cargo spills, House committee finds

​A parliamentary committee wants Ottawa to limit the environmental damage and plug response gaps for marine cargo spills after a container ship lost more than 100 sea cans and was immobilized by a stubborn fire on the B.C. coast last year.
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Voter turnout declines across Lower Mainland and major B.C. cities

Voter turnout declines across Lower Mainland and major B.C. cities

Municipal election voter turnout has declined in nearly all major cities and municipalities in the province.
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