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B.C. tourism economy blooms as spring arrives

B.C. tourism economy blooms as spring arrives

Demand for travel, accommodation and events picks up in May through September.
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Water deemed undrinkable on ferry Queen of Oak Bay

Water deemed undrinkable on ferry Queen of Oak Bay

Water supply on ferry contaminated by floor cleaner
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qRD committee supports increasing rates at two regional parks

qRD committee supports increasing rates at two regional parks

Camping fees for Shelter Point and Haywire Bay debated at qathet Regional District finance meeting
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Former B.C. banker pleads guilty to defrauding clients, potentially in the ballpark of $1M

Former B.C. banker pleads guilty to defrauding clients, potentially in the ballpark of $1M

Ex-RBC employee admits to defrauding clients over seven years.
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B.C. lawyer 'in shock' to proceed in misconduct hearing without lawyer

B.C. lawyer 'in shock' to proceed in misconduct hearing without lawyer

Leonard Marriott faces first of two citations from the Law Society of BC for alleged professional misconduct.
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Open drug use banned in public places, after Health Canada approves change

Open drug use banned in public places, after Health Canada approves change

The move comes after a public outcry about open drug use in city streets and in hospitals.
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Last year I was forced into a new role and now my bonus was slashed. Can I claim constructive dismissal?

Last year I was forced into a new role and now my bonus was slashed. Can I claim constructive dismissal?

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer makes a unilateral change to the essential terms of employment, such as job duties or salary, without the employee’s explicit or implied consent
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Environment Canada agrees to priority assessment for chemical linked to salmon deaths

Environment Canada agrees to priority assessment for chemical linked to salmon deaths

The assessment will inform the development of a proposed plan for managing chemicals, which will be published for consultation this summer.
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Powell River RCMP respond to disturbance, execute search warrant

Powell River RCMP respond to disturbance, execute search warrant

Emergency response team from Vancouver Island called to assist with arrest in Wildwood
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Western Family yogurt, chocolate pretzels recalled over possible salmonella

Western Family yogurt, chocolate pretzels recalled over possible salmonella

The pretzels are sold in British Columbia and possibly other provinces and territories. 
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