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Taxes and subsidies can curb harmful housing speculation, experts suggest

Taxes and subsidies can curb harmful housing speculation, experts suggest

Politicians and city planners at a Union of BC Municipalities housing conference this month heard of some tools needed to counter the presence of persistent speculation in the housing market.
B.C. sexual violence trial delay due to COVID-19 OK, court rules

B.C. sexual violence trial delay due to COVID-19 OK, court rules

The defence wanted a Quebec witness to appear in person in B.C. court at the height of the pandemic.
B.C. man loses ICBC car wash backing-up dispute

B.C. man loses ICBC car wash backing-up dispute

Thomas Eleizegui said the car wash gave him a prompt to back up — so he did, striking the vehicle behind him.
How ancient humans cared for their pets

How ancient humans cared for their pets

When you think of pets, maybe a picture of a faithful and friendly golden retriever comes to mind, or a soft, purring kitty that curls up beside you on the couch.
Google has rolled out new travel features. Here's what Metro Vancouverites need to know

Google has rolled out new travel features. Here's what Metro Vancouverites need to know

Looking for a sweet spot to stay?
Brock Boeser’s Masterton nomination is a story of perseverance

Brock Boeser’s Masterton nomination is a story of perseverance

Brock Boeser found his passion for hockey again after dealing with numerous on and off-ice challenges.
Vancouver police officer spotted wearing unauthorized 'thin blue line' patch during decampment

Vancouver police officer spotted wearing unauthorized 'thin blue line' patch during decampment

The VPD said the officer has not "suffered any consequences" but did not say whether he would.
B.C. Liberal name being dropped Wednesday as party to become B.C. United

B.C. Liberal name being dropped Wednesday as party to become B.C. United

VICTORIA — The British Columbia Liberal Party will officially become known as BC United on Wednesday, a move the party says gives voters 18 months to become familiar with the new name before the 2024 fixed election date.
Main Street is getting a new chocolate shop very soon

Main Street is getting a new chocolate shop very soon

Vancouver chocolate lovers rejoice!
Canada’s largest landlord endorses Eby's $500M rental-buy plan

Canada’s largest landlord endorses Eby's $500M rental-buy plan

Canada’s largest landlord offers to sell hundreds of its older “affordable” units to the B.C. government and non-profits
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