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$30K in strata fines for Airbnb rentals at Burnaby condo dismissed

$30K in strata fines for Airbnb rentals at Burnaby condo dismissed

Kale Kondra successfully battled $30,000 in strata fines over Airbnb rentals at his Burnaby condo because the rentals had been arranged by his ex-spouse who had exclusive use of the unit per a court order.
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B.C. company fined $157K for 'high-risk' school asbestos removal

B.C. company fined $157K for 'high-risk' school asbestos removal

Canstar Restorations has been handed a hefty fine for unsafe asbestos removal at Walnut Grove Secondary School in Langley, B.C.
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Opinion: Canadians' perception of the economy is improving, albeit cautiously, new poll finds

Opinion: Canadians' perception of the economy is improving, albeit cautiously, new poll finds

Forty-two per cent of British Columbians say Canada's economic conditions are 'very good' or 'good.'
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Rob Shaw: RCMP union tells province to respect Surrey council's wish to retain its Mounties force

Rob Shaw: RCMP union tells province to respect Surrey council's wish to retain its Mounties force

RCMP is doing a 'fantastic job' and there is no evidence public safety would improve with a municipal force
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Bail revoked for Burnaby man facing drug, weapon, criminal harassment charges

Bail revoked for Burnaby man facing drug, weapon, criminal harassment charges

Matthew Borden, 35, was awaiting sentencing for drug and weapon offences when he was arrested last month on new charges of criminally harassing his wife.
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Deep sea mining permits may be coming soon. What are they and what might happen?

Deep sea mining permits may be coming soon. What are they and what might happen?

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — The International Seabed Authority — the United Nations body that regulates the world's ocean floor — is preparing to resume negotiations that could open the international seabed for mining, including for materials critical
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Finding joy at age 100: Talking to centenarians about living their best life at any age

Finding joy at age 100: Talking to centenarians about living their best life at any age

What is life like at 100? Centenarians shared their joys and future hopes with a team of researchers.
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50 activities to keep children engaged this summer

50 activities to keep children engaged this summer

There's no shortage of fun.
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Opinion: After the Manitoba crash, Canada needs to rethink bus safety

Opinion: After the Manitoba crash, Canada needs to rethink bus safety

Safety investigations into serious road collisions need to be conducted at a national level and by an independent body in the same manner air and rail occurrences are investigated.
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Everything you need to know about throwing a bridal shower

Everything you need to know about throwing a bridal shower

It's best to begin planning at least four to six months before the big day.
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