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B.C. doctors ratify 4-year deal with rural care pay bump
New agreement increases funding for physicians in underserved areas and adds premiums for after-hours work.
Pride Vancouver gets $75K boost as sponsorships dry up
City council approves emergency funding to prevent major cuts to this summer's parade and festival.
B.C. invests $20M in wildfire prevention projects this year
Province funds 60 forest enhancement projects across the province focusing on fuel reduction.
Universal Gospel Choir closes season with Songs of Resilience
70-plus member choir performs two shows June 13; group previously backed Alicia Keys and Chris Martin.
Heiltsuk Nation wins $12.2M settlement over 2016 fuel spill
Settlement includes healing ceremony at spill site, but First Nation calls on federal government to help restore ecosystem.
Carnaval del Sol returns to Jonathan Rogers Park July 10-12
Western Canada's largest Latin American festival brings 350+ artists, food, soccer, and three days of celebration.
Grouse Grind, regional parks hit by picket lines Monday
Union members walk off the job over stalled contract talks. Park rangers and maintenance workers are among those stopping work.
Sports bars across the city ready for World Cup watch parties
From Strange Fellows to Shark Club: 17 spots locals are planning to hit for FIFA matches, with patios and extended hours.
Canada Post sealing mail boxes near World Cup venues
Six downtown mailboxes will be cleared and sealed June 11 through July 19 around B.C. Place and the PNE.
Vancouver temps to jump 11 degrees by weekend
Rain ends Wednesday, then sunshine and warmth climb to 28°C by Sunday. Plan your week's wardrobe carefully.
Bard on the Beach opens June 9 with four productions
Vanier Park's waterfront theatre festival returns with Shakespeare classics and contemporary adaptations. Tickets start at $30.
Granville Street goes car-free for World Cup month
From Georgia to Davie, the street closes to traffic Monday through July 26, with patios, art, and buskers taking over.
