February 21, 2018

Letter: Hilltop cares

A Squamish resident whose wife lived at Hilltop House expresses his support for the facility and its staff.

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February 21, 2018

Mayor Robertson wants False Creek open to swimming this summer

Mayor Gregor Robertson and some city councillors discussed the city’s continued efforts to improve water quality in False Creek and penalize boaters guilty of flushing waste into the popular waterway.

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February 21, 2018

Province and coroner look into Squamish girl’s death

An investigation is underway and a minister has asked to meet with Steffanie Lawrence’s family. With quotes from B.C. Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Judy Darcy.

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February 21, 2018

What B.C. Budget 2018 means for Richmond

Richmond real estate has seen a large share of foreign investment, which is being targeted by the BC NDP in its 2018 budget.

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February 19, 2018

Hopes dashed for Denver safe injection site

Republicans have shot down a bill in Colorado that would have paved the way for a supervised injection site in Denver. Includes information on Vancouver Coastal Health’s services.

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February 20, 2018

Councillor tables motion to tame Vancouver’s ‘negative and chaotic’ Granville strip

Vancouver Councillor George Affleck tables motion to tame the city’s Granville Strip, includes mention of VCH as a partner of the Granville Entertainment District Safety and Security Working Group.

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February 19, 2018

Fall-related injuries

Dr. Teresa Lui-Ambrose at the Falls Prevention Clinic at VGH tells Global about the risk of falling in this cold snap. Also mentions VCH emergency departments were busier with fall-related injuries.

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February 16, 2018

Older and wiser: Easy tips for seeking seniors resources

Suggestions for programs and resources for seniors living on the North Shore. Mention of VCH’s suggestion to call 811.

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February 16, 2018

Panther Cheer gives back to Richmond seniors

Now in its third year, the annual brings local school-aged athletes to Richmond Lions Manor.

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February 16, 2018

DTES advocates say increased police presence targets poor and homeless

Pivot Legal Society says there are reports of officers “indiscriminately stopping” people and seizing goods. The article cites statistics from VCH about the number of visits to overdose prevention sites.

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