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University of British Columbia announces neuropsychologist as new president

University of British Columbia announces neuropsychologist as new president

VANCOUVER — The University of British Columbia has named neuropsychologist and Carleton University leader Benoit-Antoine Bacon as its new president and vice-chancellor.
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Satellites track loss of old-growth forests B.C. government said it would protect

Satellites track loss of old-growth forests B.C. government said it would protect

A new watchdog satellite tracking map found 2,600 hectares of that forest — almost all big ancient trees — were slated for deferral by the province in 2020, but were logged anyways. The number is expected to grow significantly as more data is vetted.
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Opinion: Remote work now a mandatory office option for younger generation

Opinion: Remote work now a mandatory office option for younger generation

Nearly one-third of B.C.'s pandemic home workers are no longer allowed to labour from home, according to survey results.
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Early-learning and child-care ministers promise to work together to improve workforce

Early-learning and child-care ministers promise to work together to improve workforce

IQALUIT, Nunavut — Federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for early learning and child care say they plan to work together to address workforce challenges.
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Opinion: If companies want to stop quiet quitting they need to take burnout seriously

Opinion: If companies want to stop quiet quitting they need to take burnout seriously

Many Canadians are still feeling burned out at work. Companies can help by being more accommodating of their workers' needs and addressing some of the root causes of burnout.
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Coastal GasLink hits 90 percent completion

Coastal GasLink hits 90 percent completion

Will soon be fully operational.
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UBC ranked #3 university in Canada, among best in the world

UBC ranked #3 university in Canada, among best in the world

"UBC is home to many of the world’s best and brightest students, faculty, and staff.”
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Frustrated Capilano University students petition to end strike

Frustrated Capilano University students petition to end strike

About 4,300 students have had classes at CapU cancelled during the summer semester
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McKay named Board of Governors chair at UNBC

McKay named Board of Governors chair at UNBC

New Chair.
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Contract negotiations enter critical stage for B.C. port workers, maritime employers

Contract negotiations enter critical stage for B.C. port workers, maritime employers

Both sides eligible now to issue 72-hour strike, lockout notice as economy hits skids and U.S. West Coast port employers reach tentative deal with ILWU
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