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The Vancouver Park Board is reopening tennis and pickleball courts this weekend

The Vancouver Park Board is reopening tennis and pickleball courts this weekend

Players can access 53 local courts across seven locations beginning Saturday morning, May 9, while the remaining 135 city courts are scheduled to reopen throughout the week.
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Metro Vancouver urges park-goers to take physical distancing seriously

Metro Vancouver urges park-goers to take physical distancing seriously

Only days after Premier John Horgan announced his government’s phased-in plan to reopen the province, Metro staff continue to reassess the status of each regional park on an ongoing basis
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It is going to feel like 30°C in Metro Vancouver tomorrow

It is going to feel like 30°C in Metro Vancouver tomorrow

Environment Canada is calling for some sizzling daytime highs, which will feel even warmer with humidity. 
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Ryan Reynolds praises Metro Vancouver teacher on Tonight Show (VIDEO)

Ryan Reynolds praises Metro Vancouver teacher on Tonight Show (VIDEO)

"And I'm really proud of him."
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TransLink rescinds roughly 1,500 layoff notices to bus operators, SkyTrain attendants

TransLink rescinds roughly 1,500 layoff notices to bus operators, SkyTrain attendants

TransLink and its operating companies will also suspend the service reductions planned to begin on May 18.
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Workplace inspector reported Coquitlam poultry workers unable to maintain 2 metre distance

Workplace inspector reported Coquitlam poultry workers unable to maintain 2 metre distance

Over a fifth of this one plant's workforce has tested positive for COVID-19
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How the Arts Club and Vancouver Opera are responding to the COVID-19 crisis

How the Arts Club and Vancouver Opera are responding to the COVID-19 crisis

Two of Vancouver’s largest arts organizations have pivoted to help the community in powerful ways
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Shutdown of tent cities a chance to change housing policy, advocates say

Shutdown of tent cities a chance to change housing policy, advocates say

The closure of tent cities in Victoria and Vancouver offer governments a chance to reshape housing policies across the country
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Many Canada Post workers are ‘fearful’ about COVID-19, says Metro Vancouver letter carrier

Many Canada Post workers are ‘fearful’ about COVID-19, says Metro Vancouver letter carrier

She hadn’t realized she was clenching her jaw all day – due to COVID-19-related stress – until she recently cracked a tooth.
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This major airport is testing 'full-body disinfection' booths (VIDEO)

This major airport is testing 'full-body disinfection' booths (VIDEO)

The booth involves a temperature check and a 40-second disinfection procedure.
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