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Woman who preyed on Chinese students fined $3.3 million by BC Securities Commission

Woman who preyed on Chinese students fined $3.3 million by BC Securities Commission

VANCOUVER — A woman who used "high-pressure tactics and predatory conduct" on Chinese students has been fined $3.3 million by the BC Securities Commission.
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Rob Shaw: Eby cautiously steps onto Trump's trade war tightrope

Rob Shaw: Eby cautiously steps onto Trump's trade war tightrope

B.C. premier says province prepared to enact retaliatory tariffs against Americans
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Canadian officials eyed 'new opportunities' no matter who won U.S. election: memos

Canadian officials eyed 'new opportunities' no matter who won U.S. election: memos

OTTAWA — As the U.S.
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Eby fired her. Now, Selina Robinson tells all in new book

Eby fired her. Now, Selina Robinson tells all in new book

The former Coquitlam–Maillardville MLA and cabinet minister has a memoir out on Dec. 18, 2024.
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Canada not a significant source of fentanyl flowing into U.S., CBSA says

Canada not a significant source of fentanyl flowing into U.S., CBSA says

OTTAWA — As Canada looks to beef up its border security after president-elect Donald Trump threatened tariffs while raising concerns about illicit fentanyl pouring into his country, border officials pointed out there's barely any coming from Canada.
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B.C. mutual fund dealer fined $50K after diverting $3.8M of seniors’ funds

B.C. mutual fund dealer fined $50K after diverting $3.8M of seniors’ funds

Royal Mutual Funds Inc. mutual fund dealer diverted millions of dollars from accounts of retired clients to online brokerages
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Vancouver Island First Nation whose ancestors met explorer Capt. Cook sue province

Vancouver Island First Nation whose ancestors met explorer Capt. Cook sue province

VICTORIA — A Vancouver Island First Nation whose people were the first to greet European explorers in the region almost 250 years ago is taking British Columbia to court, seeking title to its traditional territories and financial compensation.
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B.C. giving tax breaks, bonuses to film and TV

B.C. giving tax breaks, bonuses to film and TV

Film and TV production in B.C. set back by pandemic and strikes
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S&P/TSX composite down nearly 250 points, U.S. stock markets also fall

S&P/TSX composite down nearly 250 points, U.S. stock markets also fall

TORONTO — Canada's main stock index lost nearly 250 points Thursday, led by weakness in energy and base metals, while U.S. markets also fell. The S&P/TSX composite index closed down 246.99 points at 25,410.71.
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Employers should prepare for sickest month of the year, says HR software firm

Employers should prepare for sickest month of the year, says HR software firm

Employers should be clear about sick day policies and encourage flu vaccinations, says BrightHR
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