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B.C. teacher who allegedly told students to 'shut up' reprimanded for demeaning child

B.C. teacher who allegedly told students to 'shut up' reprimanded for demeaning child

Elaine Joy Fraser will have to complete the 'Creating a Positive Learning Environment' course through the Justice Institute of BC by March 31, 2024.
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Silent menace in Burnaby park: locals urge helmets to ward off owl attacks

Silent menace in Burnaby park: locals urge helmets to ward off owl attacks

An aggressive owl has attacked multiple people at Burnaby's Squint Lake Park, but an expert says the behaviour should taper off as the bird's offspring become independent.
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Vaccinate your rabbits: Rescue warns of deadly disease in Lower Mainland

Vaccinate your rabbits: Rescue warns of deadly disease in Lower Mainland

A low-cost vaccination clinic is being held in Langley on July 23.
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14 levels of underground parking in Burnaby won't be reduced – yet

14 levels of underground parking in Burnaby won't be reduced – yet

A proposed policy to reduce 1,600 required parking spots for an 80-storey condo tower was rejected by Burnaby councillors – even though they agree with the reduction.
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Union rescinds 72-hour B.C. port strike notice that had been set for Saturday

Union rescinds 72-hour B.C. port strike notice that had been set for Saturday

VANCOUVER — The labour dispute at British Columbia ports is receiving a federal reaction previously used for events including the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, blockades associated with the Freedom Convoy, and the short-lived rebellion in Russia la
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Letter: Why stop at parking spaces? Limit toilets in Burnaby highrises, too

Letter: Why stop at parking spaces? Limit toilets in Burnaby highrises, too

This reader has a different take on limiting parking stalls in Burnaby highrises.
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Province directs Surrey, B.C., to stay with local police force despite city's wishes

Province directs Surrey, B.C., to stay with local police force despite city's wishes

VICTORIA — It was, in British Columbia Solicitor General Mike Farnworth's own estimation, an "extraordinary" use of his powers.
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B.C.-wide Amber Alert issued for Surrey girl and boy

B.C.-wide Amber Alert issued for Surrey girl and boy

If you see them, do not approach and call 911.
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Join the Orange Run in Burnaby this month to support First Nations communities

Join the Orange Run in Burnaby this month to support First Nations communities

The 5-kilometre run will take place on July 29 from Patterson station in Burnaby.
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B.C. government lawyers sue province over forced unionization

B.C. government lawyers sue province over forced unionization

Lawyers who write laws and advise politicians allege the NDP government has violated their constitutional right to a union of their own choosing.
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