Vancouver

2022 - 12 - 18

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Dreams of Chinese fame persist at Vancouver pageant, where stars ... (Terrace Standard)

Vancouver has long served as a talent source for the Hong Kong and mainland Chinese entertainment scenes, and the mutual attraction persists in spite of recent ...

“You know some of my students told me that their parents immigrated here in the 1980s and 1990s. “You don’t follow the music to understand the politics. “It’s not about the money,” said Tanner. You always understand the politics and then you see what kind of impact it has on the culture, including the music,” said Law. She managed to combine both fields in a public awareness campaign about colon cancer, in which she dressed up in “poo” costume. As much as she loves being on stage, Tanner’s next goal is to get a medical licence in Canada. Many people (in China and Hong Kong) feel: ‘wow, they are just so fantastic,’” said Law, an associate professor at the School of Music at UBC who recently helped organize a Cantopop, or Cantonese pop music, song contest for students. She’s more worried about how her Mandarin will stand up in a Chinese environment, than political concerns. Hong Kong acts continue to enjoy strong support when touring to Vancouver, Law said. She’s also open to opportunities in the West. Nicole Tanner, 27, was a pediatrician in Hong Kong, where she also performed standup comedy. The pageant, arranged by Fairchild TV, plays a key role in identifying talent for Chinese-language show business.

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Flights cancelled, delayed as snowfall impacts operations at ... (Globalnews.ca)

Vancouver International Airport issued a warning that winter weather conditions have impacted many flights, including cancellations and major delays.

Travellers are also encouraged to check the airport’s website before arriving. Airport officials are advising travellers to check with their airlines for current timelines and flight information. (There is) lots of frustration and disappointment, but everyone seems to be keeping their cool with the staff, from what I’ve seen.”

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Snowfall warning lifted for B.C.'s South Coast, travel conditions ... (CTV News Vancouver)

A snowfall warning for B.C.'s South Coast was lifted Sunday afternoon, but conditions remained challenging on the roads and flight delays continued.

is struggling to get the heat back on after they said Reliance Home Comfort allegedly delayed fixing their furnace after they missed one phone call from the technician. Community member Lawrence Montour caught branches falling on a power line causing an explosion and power outage. With blizzard conditions closing roads across the region Friday, dozens of stranded travellers are grateful they found refuge overnight at Walmart in Chatham. However, one family in Tillsonburg, Ont. CTVNews.ca breaks down what rights passengers have when a flight is delayed or cancelled. An issue with a substation there has since been resolved bringing the total number of customers in the dark down to about 1,500. [Montreal](https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/) [Hydro-Quebec's power outages get tougher](https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/hydro-quebec-s-power-outages-get-tougher-1.6208344) for Christmas](https://regina.ctvnews.ca/storm-set-to-bring-snow-and-wind-to-sask-for-christmas-1.6207638) [A 15-tonne meteorite crashed in Africa. Impacted bus routes included those running through downtown Vancouver and along major routes in the surrounding cities. On the out-of-town highways, winter storm warnings that were in effect have been lifted. “It doesn't matter from where I try to help everybody, you know?"

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Heavy snow fall, cold chill across Metro Van | CityNews Vancouver (News 1130)

Metro Vancouver woke up to heavy snowfall and fast deteriorating roads Sunday morning, as Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning.

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'We're running about 10 below normal': Unstable weather ahead for ... (Vancouver Is Awesome)

This week's weather in Vancouver includes flurries, snow, sunshine, and then snow turning into rain, all before Christmas in the Lower Mainland.

Tuesday and Wednesday should clear up a bit, but the cold arctic air will still be in Vancouver. The federal agency's website shows flurries are expected to continue throughout Monday, Dec. 18 will see flurries fall throughout the evening, with several centimeters expected to accumulate before it's done.

Weather live: Treacherous commute predicted Monday as snow ... (Vancouver Sun)

Arctic outflow warning in place for Fraser Valley and Sea to Sky Highway following heavy snow.

As of 8:30 p.m., almost every arriving or departing flight had been delayed or cancelled. He said temperatures over the next four days will be at least 10 degrees Celsius below seasonal norms and well below freezing level. The crashes were said to be in the westbound lanes just west of Douglas Road in Burnaby, but that disruption had been cleared by late morning. reported multiple crashes along Highway 1 in the Burnaby Lake area during the Monday morning commute, and warned of “challenging winter driving conditions” in the area. Article content

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Drivers greeted with delays Sunday as snow falls on Metro ... (Daily Hive)

Drivers across Metro Vancouver have been experiencing major delays on the road Sunday morning as a snowstorm spreads across Metro Vancouver.

Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow,” ECCC added. “Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions. ECCC has been urging drivers and pedestrians to be extra cautious. [December 18, 2022] 15 spunout cars trying to get to Mtn Hwy. Hwy 1 WB trying to get through North Vancouver is a disaster right now.

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À Vancouver, des manifestants réclament la régularisation des sans ... (ICI.Radio-Canada.ca)

Ils demandent aussi au gouvernement fédéral de garantir la résidence permanente à tous les migrants au pays.

Ils demandent aussi au gouvernement fédéral de garantir la résidence permanente à tous les migrants qui sont au pays ou sur le point d’arriver. Les manifestants demandent au gouvernement fédéral de tenir sa promesse de régularisation des sans-papiers et d’octroyer la résidence permanente aux travailleurs migrants. En cette Journée internationale des migrants, une cinquantaine de manifestants se sont rassemblés à Vancouver pour demander à Ottawa de régulariser les sans-papiers.

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Slippery roads and bitter cold in parts of B.C. as heavy snow falls on ... (CBC.ca)

Multiple vehicles spun out on the Trans-Canada Highway in Metro Vancouver Sunday as winter storms, snowfall and extreme cold warnings were in place ...

The chaos prompted calls for [a coordinated regional response](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/metro-vancouver-councillors-snow-summit-1.6673680) from the province and regional governments. The highway was [closed outright on Sunday afternoon](https://twitter.com/DriveBC/status/1604604446763552768) due to two incidents in both the northbound and southbound lanes. [to its knees](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/icbc-claims-spike-bc-snow-1.6671647) Nov. Arctic outflow warnings remain in place for the Central and North Coasts, including the inland sections. On Sunday, social media posts showed [dozens of cars and buses](https://twitter.com/stephenbraverm1/status/1604525849021394944) struggling with the conditions in Metro Vancouver. The warning covers the Chilcotin, Quesnel, Williams Lake, Prince George, Stuart, and 100 Mile regions. Environment Canada says Sunday's snowfall on the South Coast is due to an Arctic front that is pushing west from the B.C. Wind chill is expected to make it feel like –20 C in the Fraser Valley. "The ministry's maintenance contractor continues to treat Highway 1 with abrasives," read a statement from the province on Sunday morning. 15 spunout cars trying to get to Mtn Hwy. Hwy 1 WB trying to get through North Vancouver is a disaster right now. [warned of extreme cold, Arctic outflows and snowfall](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-weather-dec-17-1.6689870) earlier Saturday.

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