Why are there so few female firefighters?
Women account for more than half the population, but when it comes to working as municipal firefighters in the Lower Mainland, it's a much different story.
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December 13, 2019
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Jody Wilson-Raybould refusing to vacate cabinet offices
One of Vancouver's best-known members of Parliament is causing a stir in Ottawa again by refusing to move to a new office on Parliament Hill.
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December 13, 2019
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Hero who tried to rescue man in wheelchair from railway tracks receives medal
The Chilliwack woman who attempted to rescue a man in a wheelchair from an oncoming train last year received a Carnegie Hero Award Friday.
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December 13, 2019
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Young B.C. girl knitting hats for hospitals
An eight-year-old girl from Burnaby, B.C. is taking the notion that giving is better than receiving to a whole new level this holiday season - one stitch at a time.
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December 13, 2019
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How the Richmond fire department is transforming its workplace culture
Years after dealing with high-profile harassment scandals and lawsuits, Richmond's fire department is opening up about what it calls a cultural transformation.
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December 13, 2019
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Christmas surprise for hockey coach awaiting kidney
A Vancouver pee wee hockey coach, whose players' online plea helped him find a kidney donor, now has a date for his life-saving surgery.
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December 13, 2019
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Allegations of toxic culture at Vancouver fire department
Vancouver's fire chief is responding to allegations of a toxic workplace culture revealed in a CTV News investigation.
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December 11, 2019
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An 'N' driver took his distraction ticket to B.C. Supreme Court - and won
A new driver dinged with a distracted driving ticket for having a cellphone mounted in his car took the fine to B.C. Supreme Court – and won.
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December 11, 2019
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Gabriola Island plane crash victim ID'd as experienced pilot
An experienced pilot from Vancouver Island has been identified as one of the three people killed when a small plane crashed down on Gabriola Island Tuesday.
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December 11, 2019
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Rent scams: 43 per cent of North American renters encounter fake ads
You've finally found an online listing for that perfect apartment at the right price. Unfortunately, it could be a scam. CTV's Ross McLaughlin explains how to spot the signs of rental fraud.
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December 10, 2019
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World's first electric plane takes off in British Columbia
Richmond, B.C. took centre stage in the world of aviation today, with the first-ever flight by an all-electric commercial plane.
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December 10, 2019
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SkyTrain strike averted by last-second deal
Bargaining committees spent 17 hours in a marathon negotiating session before finally reaching a new agreement around 5 a.m. Tuesday.
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December 10, 2019
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Property assessments to drop in Lower Mainland
If you live in the Lower Mainland, you’ll likely see the assessed value of your home drop this year. Ross McLaughlin reports.
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December 09, 2019
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Charges expected soon in death of 14-year-old Carson Crimeni
Carson Crimeni's dad says police have told him to expect charges in his son's death within the next month – as the teenager's family prepares to mark their first Christmas without him.
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December 09, 2019
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Here's where Surrey's long-awaited 2nd hospital is being built
The B.C. government has revealed new details about Surrey's much-anticipated second hospital, including where it's going and when it will be built.
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December 09, 2019
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CTV News at Six for Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019
Here are the top stories from CTV News at Six for Sunday, Dec. 8.
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December 09, 2019
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Real Life Vancouver Ghost Stories
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August 08, 2019
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U.S. President Trump lashed out against teen climate activist Greta Thunberg on Twitter after she was named Time’s Person of the Year, saying she needs to “chill.” Click the link in our @ctvnews bio to see how she responded.
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Workers at Mowi Canada West fish farm stepped in to rescue a bald eagle from the clutches of an octopus Monday afternoon. The bizarre sight was captured on camera.
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Andrew Scheer is resigning as the Conservative leader, but will stay on until a replacement is named. "I will be asking the Conservative Party National Council to immediately begin the process of organizing a leadership election. As our party embarks on this exciting opportunity of electing a new Conservative leader and Canada's next prime minister, I intend to stay on as leader of the party and the Official Opposition," Scheer said announcing his decision in the House of Commons after meeting with his caucus on Parliament Hill on Thursday.
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Nine-year-old child prodigy Laurent Simons has left a Dutch university because the school wouldn’t let him graduate before his 10th birthday.
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Workers at a real-estate firm
in the U.S. were surprised after the company owner announced that every employee would split a US$10 million bonus.
The big bonus was split among
all 198 workers at St. John Properties, with the average employee getting US$50,000.
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The chilly winter winds weren't enough to keep this Carolina wren away from a snack. MyNews user Theresa Heseltine photographed a bird braving the December weather at her backyard feeder. Thanks for sharing, Theresa!
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An Arizona man wearing reindeer slippers was arrested after he allegedly tried to rob a woman of her wheelchair, but luckily as the man attempted to get away with the chair, “hero passengers” came to the woman’s rescue.
After a brief scuffle with the “Good Samaritans,” the man abandoned the wheelchair and ran off the platform on foot.
Phoenix police noted that the suspect was “NOT spreading Christmas cheer.” Click the link in the @ctvnews bio for more. #ctvnews #thief #caughtoncamera #wheelchair
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A Calgary man out for a run in Lake Louise, Alberta picked up his pace when an avalanche was triggered nearby.
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An Edmonton dad did almost 1,000 burpees to thank an organization that has always supported his young son who has autism.
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A banana duct-taped to a wall at the prestigious Art Basel Festival in Miami sold for a whopping $120,00 earlier this week.
Italian artist Maurizio Cattlelan, who is known for dabbling in ironic artwork, aptly titled the piece “Comedian.” The piece, which has multiple versions, has already sold two copies, and a third copy is expected to sell for an even higher price. #art
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Hundreds of people stood atop Mont-Royal in Montreal for a sombre tribute to the 14 women slain in a violent anti-feminist attack 30 years ago.
The names of the women killed that day were read aloud as 14 pillars of light lit up the sky. The start of the ceremony began at 5:10 p.m. – the time the first shots were fired on that night in 1989.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Governor General Julie Payette, Quebec Premier François Legault and Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante were among the dignitaries in attendance.
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A Michigan boy showed up to his adoption hearing with an unusual crowd.
Five-year-old Michael's entire kindergarten class showed up to show support on his big day.
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