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B.C. woman faces travel health insurance nightmare after shocking U.S. $108K hospital billTravel expert Claire Newell says stability clauses are often written in standard medical insurance policies and reading the fine print of any policy is crucial.ConsumerSep 11
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Could passenger-only vessels be part of BC Ferries’ future?BC Ferries says passenger-only ferries could reduce travel times for passengers travelling without a car and smaller vessels lead to lower operating costs.CanadaSep 15
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Canada adds Palestinian state to Israel travel advisory after recognitionTravel Canada's official travel advisory for the region is now listed as 'Israel and Palestine,' after previously being referred to as 'Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.'CanadaSep 22
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Major changes coming to BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay-Departure Bay routeStarting on Oct. 15, all customers travelling by vehicle, including motorcycles, from Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay will be required to book and pay in advance.CanadaOct 10
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B.C. finance minister questioned over restaurant, limo bill during 2023 junketBrenda Bailey was the Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation when she and five staffers travelled to Boston for a biotechnology conference.PoliticsSep 24
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B.C. Girl Guides issue warning about cookies scams onlineThe organization says there have already been reported cases of scammers soliciting e-transfers for purchase through social media or charging higher prices.CrimeSep 29
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Travel from B.C. into U.S. falls again in July, but by less than prior monthsCanadian vehicles trips into Washington state at the Peace Arch, Pacific Highway, Lynden and Sumas crossings were down 28 per cent last month over July 2024.Aug 7
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After 2 weeks, why the Kneecap ‘entry ban’ in Canada remains unclearConservative and NDP MPs are now demanding answers from the government and say they are open to pursuing investigations into Gasparro, and whether his announcement was approved.PoliticsOct 3
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Hwy 1 opens to single-lane alternating traffic after serious collision south of YaleThe driver of the tractor-trailer was not hurt but the driver of the pickup truck was taken to the hospital with serious injuries.FireSep 5
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Lightning strikes spark spike in B.C. wildfire numbersThe number of wildfires in British Columbia continues to swell as thousands of lightning strikes hit the province due to persisting hot and dry weather.WeatherSep 1
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With no positions in Surrey, B.C. gynecologic cancer surgeon moving to OntarioIn July 2024, Premier David Eby pledged that the province would begin providing gynecologic cancer surgery in Kelowna and the Fraser Health region.HealthSep 8
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Feds give B.C. $22.7 million to build 480 EV chargers in ‘high-demand areas’British Columbia's electric vehicle charging network is set to grow, with Ottawa providing close to $22.7 million for eight projects across the province.Aug 27
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Ash falling in B.C.’s capital region is not from Mount St. Helens, experts sayU.S. weather officials say winds are kicking up old ash on Mount St. Helens, left over from the 1980 eruption and those particles are drifting through Washington State.EnvironmentSep 17
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Flood risk at ‘unauthorized’ B.C. dam prompts local state of emergencyAn unauthorized dam in B.C. has triggered a state of local emergency in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District to allow officials to take swift action and limit potential damage.CanadaOct 9
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Worrying drop in ocean oxygen documented off B.C. coastThe consequences for marine life in the area could be serious, particularly for species that dwell on the ocean floor.EnvironmentSep 4
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Ontario man ditches drive-thru after discovering $75M Lotto Max jackpot winAn eastern Ontario man is now $75 million richer after winning the second-largest Lotto Max jackpot in Canadian history, the OLG says.CanadaOct 9
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Unlicensed drunk driver who caused fatal Toronto crash sentenced to 4 years in prisonAn unlicensed driver who drove drunk causing a deadly collision in Rexdale two years ago has been sentenced to four years in jail and given an eight-year driving ban.CrimeOct 17
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‘Iconic’ Okanagan Granfondo cycling race scrapped after 14 yearsOG Events Ltd., which has organized the Okanagan Granfondo since 2011, said in a news release Thursday the decision to cancel the race "marks a pivotal moment."CanadaOct 3
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Mother-son duo share Glenrose Courage Award after rebuilding life in EdmontonSince suffering a traumatic brain injury in 2023, Jamal Daahir has defied the recovery odds with relentless determination and unwavering support from his mother, Judy Haughton.Health6 hours
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Cat goes missing aboard BC Ferries vessel sailing from Duke Point to TsawwassenLuigi, a black and white tuxedo cat, was travelling with his family on the 10:15 a.m. sailing on Saturday, Aug. 9, from Duke Point to Tsawwassen.CanadaAug 13