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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.
Emergency rally organized for Sugar Mountain tent city residents

Emergency rally organized for Sugar Mountain tent city residents

The rally is in response to a notice issued by the City of Vancouver, which requested that the campsite be vacated by Friday December 15. Previous tent city at 950 Main street.
Westender says goodbye after 68 years

Westender says goodbye after 68 years

The Westender, Vancouver’s longest-running arts and entertainment weekly, will be publishing its final edition on Dec. 21, 2017.
Police release sketch of man in suspicious incident

Police release sketch of man in suspicious incident

The Vancouver Police Department is seeking the public’s help to identify a man who allegedly propositioned a 12-year-old girl for sex in East Vancouver. Investigators created a composite sketch of the suspect and hope someone recognizes him.
Owners of infamous Downtown Eastside hotels face new charges

Owners of infamous Downtown Eastside hotels face new charges

Photo Dan Toulgoet The owners of the Balmoral and Regent hotels were in court Tuesday for the first wave of charges filed by the city for failure to upgrade and maintain the safety of the buildings.
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