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Recounts rarely alter elections. There's another reason they matter, says B.C. expert

Recounts rarely alter elections. There's another reason they matter, says B.C. expert

Recounts may not change election results very often, but British Columbia political scientist David Black says they play an increasingly vital role in demonstrating election integrity.
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You can set off fireworks in Burnaby on Halloween – just follow these rules

You can set off fireworks in Burnaby on Halloween – just follow these rules

Here's what you need to know about Halloween fireworks in Burnaby.
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Seal is served: How coastal First Nations are reclaiming their roots by bringing back the hunt

Seal is served: How coastal First Nations are reclaiming their roots by bringing back the hunt

Young Indigenous men from the Nuu-chah-nulth Youth Warriors Family on Vancouver Island harvested four harbour seals in October.
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Eby says fall sitting planned, but no legislation; NDP to meet with Greens

Eby says fall sitting planned, but no legislation; NDP to meet with Greens

B.C. Conservative Leader John Rustad said Premier David Eby has been calling his members “looking for someone to become Speaker for them.”  
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Man on trial for splashing liquid that disintegrated nylons told police it was a fetish, court hears

Man on trial for splashing liquid that disintegrated nylons told police it was a fetish, court hears

Sean James O’Reilly faces seven counts of sexual assault related to incidents in downtown Victoria near the Bay Centre between Nov. 17, 2022, and Dec. 29, 2022
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Early-result mistake for Green candidate due to human error: Elections B.C.

Early-result mistake for Green candidate due to human error: Elections B.C.

On election night, with 27 of 29 polls reporting, Elections B.C.’s website erroneously showed the Greens’ Lisa Gunderson ahead of the Conservative candidate because of a data-entry error
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Prison staff seize $70,000 worth of cannabis concentrates from B.C. institution

Prison staff seize $70,000 worth of cannabis concentrates from B.C. institution

The 'institutional value' of the seize is $70,000
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10,000 miles from the Taliban, Afghan women unsilenced at Burnaby public library

10,000 miles from the Taliban, Afghan women unsilenced at Burnaby public library

An English class for newcomer and refugee Afghan women is bursting at the seams after just one month.
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New clues in search for missing B.C. grandma

New clues in search for missing B.C. grandma

The missing woman's vehicle have been found but there is no sign of her after last being seen five days ago.
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BBB: Tricks to keep this Halloween an affordable fright

BBB: Tricks to keep this Halloween an affordable fright

Buy in bulk, rent a costume and use household items are some of the tips the Better Business Bureau (BBB) suggests for a more affordable Halloween.
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