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‘Disturbing on a couple of levels’; B.C. ministry withholds funding from family caring for Indigenous granddaughter

‘Disturbing on a couple of levels’; B.C. ministry withholds funding from family caring for Indigenous granddaughter

Content Warning: This story contains content and evidence around the ongoing mistreatment of Indigenous kin in “care,” by B.C.’s child “welfare” system. Please read with care, and prioritize your spirit and well-being.
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Opinion: Beyond Amber Heard: When women speak up

Opinion: Beyond Amber Heard: When women speak up

"Ask yourself: Why should women be afraid of coming forward? Why are women receiving death threats? Why are women used as a punchline after disclosing a violent rape?"
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Erasure of Indigenous languages ‘a scar’ on Canada, says maskēkow-ininiw language warrior

Erasure of Indigenous languages ‘a scar’ on Canada, says maskēkow-ininiw language warrior

Onowa McIvor is part of a group of language activists, practitioners and scholars, who are working to restore First Nation’s languages across Canada. 
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You might confuse monkeypox symptoms with other viruses. Here's why

You might confuse monkeypox symptoms with other viruses. Here's why

"So that initial part of the monkeypox illness is identical to influenza, identical to COVID," says an expert.
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Burnaby-based puppy society in 'urgent need' of raisers, sitters

Burnaby-based puppy society in 'urgent need' of raisers, sitters

Known as PADS, it's calling on 35 new volunteers to care and train young pups.
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How community gardens — in parking lots — can help B.C.'s food security

How community gardens — in parking lots — can help B.C.'s food security

The unusual partnership between White Rock Volkswagen and community garden builders in Surrey could set an example for other communities across B.C. with overflowing waitlists for garden plots.
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Massive tiny Vancouver: Local man makes hyper-detailed Vancouver models

Massive tiny Vancouver: Local man makes hyper-detailed Vancouver models

He's making a big deal out of little things.
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Canada ranks 9th for migrating millionaires

Canada ranks 9th for migrating millionaires

Canada is seen as a favoured destination for millionaires on the move. Many of them are coming from countries in strife, according to a new report.
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Extinction Rebellion, Save Old Growth protesters closer to trial on mischief for protest near YVR

Extinction Rebellion, Save Old Growth protesters closer to trial on mischief for protest near YVR

As many as 14 police officers could be called to testify and there are four hours of video evidence. 
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This Netflix horror mini-series is filming at a church in Downtown Vancouver

This Netflix horror mini-series is filming at a church in Downtown Vancouver

The hotly-anticipated show will film scenes outside of the church and there will be intermittent traffic control.
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