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Don’t let thieves ruin your holiday season

Don’t let thieves ruin your holiday season

Vancouver police are sharing tips for how to avoid becoming a victim of theft this holiday season. ‘Tis the season for shopping… and stealing.
Canadian grocers make $3M per year from penny-rounding: UBC study

Canadian grocers make $3M per year from penny-rounding: UBC study

Shutterstock Grocery stores across the country are cashing in on the demise of the penny, according to a young researcher at the University of British Columbia.
A special holiday film event for people that don't like holiday movies

A special holiday film event for people that don't like holiday movies

For those who are more moody than merry...
Don't fall for this viral holiday gift swap scam

Don't fall for this viral holiday gift swap scam

‘Secret Sister’ gift exchange on social media is an illegal scam Sometimes things are too good to be true — and legal. The Better Business Bureau is warning people to be alert for a pyramid scheme making the rounds on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
B.C. woman brain injured in pedestrian crash as a baby gets $1.1 million

B.C. woman brain injured in pedestrian crash as a baby gets $1.1 million

Shutterstock A woman has been awarded almost $1.2 million by the B.C. Supreme Court after her skull was fractured 17 years ago in a pedestrian crash when she was a baby.
Court denies WestJet's bid to toss harassment lawsuit filed by former worker

Court denies WestJet's bid to toss harassment lawsuit filed by former worker

A WestJet plan takes off from YVR/Shutterstock WestJet has lost a bid to throw out of court a proposed class-action lawsuit that accuses the company of failing to provide a harassment-free workplace for women.
Vancouver concert promoter bans Nazi symbols at shows

Vancouver concert promoter bans Nazi symbols at shows

A Vancouver concert promoter has announced a zero tolerance policy against hate speech at her shows after a man was witnessed making a Nazi salute.
Facebook Canada launches campaign to help Canadians spot fake news

Facebook Canada launches campaign to help Canadians spot fake news

Earlier this week, MediaSmarts hosted an even in Vancouver where they launched the first video from their multi-part campaign to combat fake news.
What all Vancouver homeowners should know about the Empty Homes Tax

What all Vancouver homeowners should know about the Empty Homes Tax

Every homeowner in Vancouver is required to submit a property status declaration to determine if their property is subject to the tax.
Spike in laser strikes on pilots prompts warning over Christmas lights

Spike in laser strikes on pilots prompts warning over Christmas lights

Nav Canada is warning residents not to point their Christmas laser lights into the sky Nav Canada is reminding people to be cautious when installing decorative laser lights this Christmas.
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