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Payton and Dillon Budd Memorial Ride has record turnoutParticipants chose their ride and walk options and raised money for mental health resources.LifestyleJun 9
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Memorial ride for mental health in Kelowna exceeds expectations, raises $210KOrganizers say 616 riders and striders took part in various cycling and walking routes around the Central Okanagan.HealthJun 18
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The Grove welcomes community to newest youth hub in GuelphAn open house was held at their location on Woolwich Street in Guelph. Members of the Guelph Storm were there as well as Canadian Para-Ice Hockey Team Captain Tyler McGregor.CanadaJun 7
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Stigma, cyberbullying and hope centre stage as B.C. hosts suicide prevention conferenceThe city is playing host to the 34th annual National Suicide Prevention Conference, and one of the event's primary goals is to break down the stigma around a taboo topic.PoliticsMay 29
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Health groups ask Ontario to develop alcohol strategy ahead of looser prohibitionMultiple health organizations are asking Ontario to develop a comprehensive strategy to prepare for the province's upcoming loosening of alcohol rules.CanadaMay 13
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B.C.’s Rental Protection Fund saves affordable housing in VernonThe $500-million Rental Protection Fund provides one-time capital grants to non-profit housing organizations so they can buy affordable housing buildings that go up for sale.CanadaMay 21
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Why studies show burnout is getting worse: ‘Employees are exhausted’A new survey by Robert Half found that almost half of Canadians workers feel burnt out, pointing to a growing trend in the workplace.CanadaJun 6
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WCB accepts late Winnipeg firefighter’s claim, union memo saysAccording to the memo, the WCB acknowledged that the effects of Preston Heinbigner's exposures on the job as a firefighter led directly to his death.HealthJun 13
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Over $22K raised through annual United Way Drive-Thru Breakfast in Penticton, B.C.The annual United Way Drive-thru Breakfast in Penticton, B.C., raised over $22,000 Thursday morning.CanadaApr 11
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It’s plant-based, but it could still cause health damage, study warnsA plant-based diet can offer numerous health benefits, but a new study suggests that the quality of these foods matters significantly.HealthJun 11
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‘Kids just feel so hopeless’: Mother on loss, suicide prevention and men’s mental healthA Nova Scotia mother is speaking out this Men's Mental Health Awareness Month nearly a year after her son died by suicide, in hopes of helping others.HealthJun 6
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Guilt, anger, loss of sleep: Canadians say they need more help processing griefAround 50 per cent of Canadians said they felt unsupported in their grief and over 80 per cent of respondents also said they would like to be asked more about their loss.CanadaMay 27
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Alberta dental hygienists have ‘critical role’ in Canadian Dental Care Plan: associationDental hygienists say they will play a critical role in the plan, especially for people with dentists who haven't signed on.HealthMay 20
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Life in the forest: How Stanley Park’s longest resident survived a changing landscapeChristenson Bailey could go weeks in Stanley Park without speaking to another person. He spent his time meditating, studying the forest, and making art.CanadaApr 18
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Alberta police watchdog probes Leduc shooting that left man deadThe RCMP says ASIRT will investigate officers' actions after a man died of his injuries in Leduc when he was shot by a member of the Edmonton Police Service on Thursday.CrimeJun 20
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Housing Accelerator Fund spurs hundreds of letters from Saskatoon residentsThe Housing Accelerator Fund will be discussed at a city council meeting Thursday, which has spurred hundreds of letters from residents.CanadaJun 25
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford announces new education minister, cabinet reshuffleFord and Lieutenant Governor Edith Dumont swore in a "renewed" cabinet in a closed ceremony on Thursday afternoon after hours of meetings with ministers.CanadaJun 6
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Study probes racism reported by Black medical students at University of SaskatchewanJacob Alhassan is lead author of a study that found Black students and residents experienced blatant racism at a Canadian medical school.CanadaJun 10
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Will Toronto legislate a maximum temperature in apartments?Similar to the way landlords must keep units heated when it's cold, the coalition wants the city to legislate protections to keep residences no warmer than 26 degrees.CanadaJun 18
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S&P/TSX composite down 1.2 per cent Thursday, U.S. stock markets mixedCanada's main stock index lost 1.2 per cent on Thursday, weighed down by losses in the energy, financial and base metal sectors, while U.S. markets were mixed.EducationJun 13