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Canned cocktail hitting you hard? As ready-to-drink cans grow in popularity, some are getting stronger

Ready-to-drink options have boomed in popularity in recent years, and alongside that popularity, the market for higher alcohol percentage has also grown, according to industry experts. But with all the new varieties of RTDs available, consumers might not be accustomed to — or even aware — of the amount of booze they're getting.

B.C. reinstates coverage of $1M drug for girl with rare condition

British Columbia's minister of health says the province has reinstated coverage for an expensive drug used by a Vancouver Island girl with a rare and terminal genetic disorder. 

Vancouver police officer retires after demotion, suspension for sexual harassment

Keiron McConnell has retired from the Vancouver Police Department after admitting to sexually harassing five women.

Clearwater, B.C., braces for potential of massive mine that could nearly double its population

Taseko Mines says it is moving ahead with environmental assessments for the Yellowhead Copper Project. While this doesn't mean the project is a go, the District of Clearwater is preparing for what could be a population boom.

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