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Burnaby grad's 'cap shield' a restaurant game-changer

Burnaby grad's 'cap shield' a restaurant game-changer

The machinist and small biz operator wanted to use his resources and knowledge to help in the fight against COVID-19
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B.C.’s biggest mall - Burnaby’s Metrotown - reopens for business

B.C.’s biggest mall - Burnaby’s Metrotown - reopens for business

While not all stores or services are open, distancing and sanitizing are the name of the game.
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Over 250,000 front-line workers in B.C. to receive temporary 'pandemic pay'

Over 250,000 front-line workers in B.C. to receive temporary 'pandemic pay'

Eligible workers will receive the payment directly through their employer and do not need to apply.
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Vancouver woman launches petition to keep schools closed until September

Vancouver woman launches petition to keep schools closed until September

"For K-Gr.5, children are allowed to attend on alternating days twice a week. Children this age are too young to carry the social responsibility to effectively sanitize themselves for the health and safety of others."
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B.C. confirms 2 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 2,446

B.C. confirms 2 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 2,446

There have been three new deaths.
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OPINION: No, going to a restaurant will not invade your privacy

OPINION: No, going to a restaurant will not invade your privacy

Let’s not forget: dining out is a privilege, not a right. 
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How B.C. health leaders will be living their lives as restrictions ease

How B.C. health leaders will be living their lives as restrictions ease

Three B.C. health leaders share what they are personally planning to do as businesses open and social circles broaden
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B.C. woman recounts near-death COVID-19 ordeal

B.C. woman recounts near-death COVID-19 ordeal

“Surviving gifted me the chance to reflect on my life and I got to know myself better and accept myself as is," says Cathy Novak.
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CARTOON: Facial hair for our times

CARTOON: Facial hair for our times

So long Flavour Saver, hello Corona Catcher!
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B.C. confirms 16 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 2,444

B.C. confirms 16 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 2,444

There have been two new deaths.
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