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Why This Is Vancouver's Last Super Spectacle

For over a century, the region has used mega-events to spur growth. That's over.

By Bob Mackin, 24 hours, Yesterday

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Mega-Yacht Marina, Not Yet Approved, Taking Payments of $10,000

Controversial Victoria Harbour project has yet to be green lighted by feds, province.

By Andrew MacLeod, 5 Feb 2010

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Olympics Well Worth It: Harcourt

Former premier comes out swinging against naysayers, says billions invested will pay off. A Tyee interview.

By Geoff Dembicki, 5 Feb 2010

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Last Minute Affordable Lodging for Olympics? No Problem

You can still easily find accommodations to fit your price range via 'Home for the Games.'

By Amy Juschka, 4 Feb 2010

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How to Revive an 'Eviscerated' Freedom of Info Act

That was the topic as MLAs heard from frustrated open government advocates.

By Andrew MacLeod, 4 Feb 2010

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Huge Gas Plant Approved Despite Emissions Spike

It will boost BC's carbon output three per cent, but cap-and-trade can offset, says Premier.

By Greg Amos, 3 Feb 2010

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Who Are the 2010 Protesters?

Within their ranks are several distinct strands, and styles, of dissent. A primer on their issues and demands.

By Geoff Dembicki, 2 Feb 2010

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Complaints of Unfairness Shoot up from Welfare, Disability Recipients

Independent government tribunal had budget cut as appeals rose 46 per cent.

By Andrew MacLeod, 1 Feb 2010

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A Tyee Series

Making a Living in MakerCulture

Love to knit? Never outgrew Lego? Rather live in the Steam Age? Meet some folks making ends meet while living the DIY dream.

By Anna Delaney, James Jackson, Marika Motawalla and Joel Tiller, 29 Jan 2010

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If Big Quake Hits, Key Ministries Won't Be Ready: Audit

Province's emergency planning and reaction skills slammed by internal report.

By Andrew MacLeod, 28 Jan 2010

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Sun, Province to Promote Governments' Homeless Message

CanWest newspapers co-sponsor government-run public relations centre in Downtown Eastside during Olympics.

By Sean Holman, 27 Jan 2010

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'Red Tent' Campaign Planned for Homeless during Olympics

Pivot Legal wants city to let it provide 500 tents to people sleeping on Vancouver's streets.

By Geoff Dembicki, 25 Jan 2010

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'We're Just Getting Started': Facebook Activist

Christopher White, founder of Facebook group that sparked weekend rallies, on his cyber-allies, his politics, Michael Ignatieff, and more. A Tyee interview.

By Monte Paulsen, 25 Jan 2010

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A Tyee Series

The Replicator, No Longer a Star Trek Dream

Already there are machines that replicate themselves. Now people are working on printers that reproduce human organs.

By Christian Bergmeister, Michael Kennedy, Matt Lundy and Geoff Turner, 22 Jan 2010

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Don't Dare Use Students as Scabs during Olympics: CUPE

Paramedics union considering boycott if student volunteers handle Games emergencies.

By Tom Sandborn, 21 Jan 2010

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Sockeye Eco-Certification Kicks up Storm

Why give BC's collapsed runs a sustainable seal of approval, critics ask.

By Andrew MacLeod, 21 Jan 2010

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Vancouver Island Health's Pricey Consultant at Centre of Ontario Scandal

$746,646 paid to Courtyard Group was money well spent: VIHA official.

By Andrew MacLeod, 18 Jan 2010

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Helping Haiti

Give to eligible charities and the government will match your dollars. Here are some options.

By  Tyee Staff and Contributors, 18 Jan 2010

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Librarians Told to Stand on Guard for 2010 Sponsors

'If you are planning a kids' event... approach McDonald's and not another well-known fast-food outlet,' instructs memo.

By Geoff Dembicki, 12 Jan 2010

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$50 Million Private Plan to Help Homeless Unveiled

Street to Home's funds should be added to existing government commitments: NDP.

By Monte Paulsen, 12 Jan 2010

Americanface, Episodes 41-44

The story so far: I have decided to conquer Mount Everest despite my bad back.

By Andrew Struthers