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From upper left corner: photo of Yosh Nakamura (July 1942); postcard from Setsuko Fuji to Joan Gillis (May 17, 1943); letter from Yosh Nakamura to Joan Gillis (July 25 1942); photo of young woman, Setsuko Fuji; and photo of Yosh Nakamura, Jackie Taka

A dwarf hamster named “Mr. Nibbles” receives a treat after waking up from surgery at the New Perth Animal Hospital in New Perth, P.E.I. in this undated handout photo. A P.E.I.

A spill response boat monitors a boom placed around the bulk carrier cargo ship Marathassa after a bunker fuel spill on Burrard Inlet in Vancouver, B.C., on Thursday April 9, 2015.

The Lookout The design concept for Arbutus Greenway envisions eight “character” zones along the route inspired by specific features of those areas.

Overdose Prevention Society co-founder Sarah Blyth announced her council candidacy on Wednesday, April 18. Photo Dan Toulgoet Advocating for skateboard culture seems like a lifetime ago for Sarah Blyth.

Vancouver police are looking for information after someone secured the doors at Standard Holiness Church from the outside while parishioners were inside for weekly prayers.

Kellen McElwee is shown in a police handout photo. Approximately ten years ago, McElwee went missing and foul play was suspected. His remains have not yet been discovered.

BCferriesmemes posts jokes highlighting how frustrating commuting can be poking fun at the food served onboard, fares, scheduling, wifi connection and overall sailing experience.

Photo Shutterstock A new report says caesarean-section rates in Canada are continuing to rise, even while the rate of hospital births is declining.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau participates in a discussion with LGBTQ rights advocates in the Commonwealth, who are part of the Commonwealth Equality Network, while in London, Thursday, April 19, 2018.