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Surgical robot coming to Victoria hospitals this year

Surgical robot coming to Victoria hospitals this year

The foundation is fundraising for a 10-year robotics program and system upgrades that will first be used in urology
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B.C.'s late entry to LNG market carries 'significant economic risk': U.K. report finds

B.C.'s late entry to LNG market carries 'significant economic risk': U.K. report finds

Unsanctioned B.C. LNG projects were forecast to produce gas 26% more expensive than the global average, and up to 80% pricier than bulk producers like Qatar — raising questions over whether the province can recoup its investments.
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Atmospheric rivers could raise sea levels, drive flooding in B.C., says scientist

Atmospheric rivers could raise sea levels, drive flooding in B.C., says scientist

More powerful atmospheric rivers could lead to higher storm surges and flooding in the future, finds study.
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CRA exempts bare trusts from 2024 tax reporting rules

CRA exempts bare trusts from 2024 tax reporting rules

The government has since been working on new exemptions for bare trusts and began proposing draft amendments in August
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Liberals look to move past leadership drama with eye on next campaign

Liberals look to move past leadership drama with eye on next campaign

OTTAWA — The Liberal caucus turned its attention to the party's plan for the next election on Wednesday, after an unsuccessful attempt by some MPs to oust Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last week.
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Opinion: Rebuilding trust in journalism starts with busting misconceptions

Opinion: Rebuilding trust in journalism starts with busting misconceptions

A veteran B.C. journalist confronts common misunderstandings about how reporters really work
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Contracting firm fined more than $43K for worker injury on Richmond construction site

Contracting firm fined more than $43K for worker injury on Richmond construction site

An explosion and fire caused a worker to be seriously injured
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Worsening Canada-India relationship may spare B.C. businesses

Worsening Canada-India relationship may spare B.C. businesses

Free-trade talks between the countries have been suspended but business owners say trade with Indian customers remains strong
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'Comeback Kid' of B.C. election says NDP must adapt and build bridges

'Comeback Kid' of B.C. election says NDP must adapt and build bridges

Garry Begg's slim win over the B.C. Conservative candidate in Surrey-Guildford is still subject to a judicial recount, but for now it gives the NDP the 47 seats needed to form a majority in British Columbia's 93-seat legislature.
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U.S. fondue chain Melting Pot seeks B.C. franchisees

U.S. fondue chain Melting Pot seeks B.C. franchisees

Chain has nearly 100 locations, including one Canadian store in Edmonton
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