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British Columbians see progress in reducing racism and discrimination, study finds

British Columbians see progress in reducing racism and discrimination, study finds

Only about one in 10 Canadians think racism is worse now than a few generations ago, according to Angus Reid Institute polling.
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Fall fun: Here's what's happening New West in October

Fall fun: Here's what's happening New West in October

A fire hall open house, a charity fundraiser, Octoberfest fun — and much more — is happening in New Westminster this month
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Social media magic: B.C. couple tracks down photographer of mountain proposal

Social media magic: B.C. couple tracks down photographer of mountain proposal

A B.C. couple recently got engaged and had a stranger capture the special moment.
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Green Leader Elizabeth May mulls seeking job as Speaker of House of Commons

Green Leader Elizabeth May mulls seeking job as Speaker of House of Commons

“I’m still thinking about it,” May said.
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Opinion: Family vlogs can entertain, empower and exploit

Opinion: Family vlogs can entertain, empower and exploit

Vlogging has emerged as a new source of intimate entertainment, and for creators, potential income. However, they also raise serious questions about exploitation and the privacy rights of children.
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Support for MAID higher in B.C. than across Canada, poll shows

Support for MAID higher in B.C. than across Canada, poll shows

Angus Reid Institute polling shows a high level of concern for mental health care resources in Canada as the federal government contemplates expanding MAID to mentally ill people.
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Photos: New West, Burnaby reflects the past for Truth and Reconciliation Day

Photos: New West, Burnaby reflects the past for Truth and Reconciliation Day

First Nations dancers and drummers performed in front of hundreds at Westminster Pier Park for the teaching pow wow.
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Column: Decriminalization may need tweaking to ensure safe supply is safe for all

Column: Decriminalization may need tweaking to ensure safe supply is safe for all

B.C. needs a way to ensure safe supply doesn't end up with those who aren't already addicted to drugs.
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“Strange Spoons Tour” brings '80's hitmakers to New Westminster

“Strange Spoons Tour” brings '80's hitmakers to New Westminster

Back to the 80s: Strange Advance and the Spoons to play in New West
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Opinion: Transportation paved the way for colonization — it can also support reconciliation

Opinion: Transportation paved the way for colonization — it can also support reconciliation

Transport development paved the way for colonization and is directly linked to the chronic and extreme social inequities Indigenous communities continue to face to this day.
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