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* NHL reinstates Todd Bertuzzi *
Steve Moore hit Markus Naslund just because the opportunity presented itself, and he has never shown any remorse over doing so. It's karma, Mr. Moore; it's karma. Deal with it.
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* The Salvation Army set to launch annual Red Shield Campaign *
In May, Salvation Army officers, employees and volunteers will embark on a national awareness and fundraising campaign to support programs including treatment for men and women suffering from addiction, assistance for families in need, and services for people without a place to call home.
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* The Salvation Army to hand over 500 homes to families in Indonesia *
On the one-year anniversary of the tsunami in East Asia, the Government of Aceh will accept 500 new homes on behalf of Indonesian families in the affected communities from The Salvation Army in a ceremony on December 26, 2005 in Suak Ribee, Meulaboh.
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* Truth & Lies about human trafficking and prostitution * 
Vancouver has been identified as a primary North American port city for the international entry of sexual human trafficking victims. Here's the lowdown on the low-down.
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A bone-marrow lottery win (Mackwood) *
Very few international donors gave to Canadians -- those deemed a perfect match. They are lottery odds and we inexplicably won.
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A cynic lands a miracle *
A surprise $85,000 donation from a famous director is earmarked for a Cambodian museum
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A kinder, gentler Piggy Parking Award form *
A "nicer" version of evalu8.org's Piggy Parking Award -- your recipient -- once "cleansed" of his offending behaviour -- can pass this along to the next Piggy Parker!
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A pilot's daring repeat rescue *
Battling elements, Calgary aviator makes second mercy mission to the South Pole.
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A ray of hope for a nation riddled by AIDS *
Lower drug prices, enlightened policies and an innovative doctor work wonders
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A sincere thank you from John Kerry *
. . .the message sent out to Kerry supporters November 3, 2004
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Absolute Spa helps fill empty stockings *
"The Empty Stocking Fund is a vital fundraising initiative for Lower Mainland families in need," says Wendy Lisogar-Cocchia, Absolute Spa Group President.
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An evening with David Suzuki *
Chan Centre, Vancouver, BC, June 30, 2004
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Angelina Jolie looking beyond acting *
Thanks to her new film, Beyond Borders, Angelina Jolie's off-screen activities are once again overshadowing her acting.
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Asia's latest celebrity hotspot *
In the beginning was Angelina. Then came Minnie, Ashley, Jackie, Rupert, Roger and Cliff.
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Baby Jessica -- 20 years later *
Twenty years ago, Glen O'Keefe and Ray Wightman found a newborn baby, near death, crying in a sports bag abandoned in a cold creek on Triangle Mountain in Colwood. And now Baby Jessica has found them.
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BC Childhood Cancer Patients' Garage Sale *
Sunday, June 12, 2005, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Children's Hospital, Vancouver, BC
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BC's ONLY FOOD EXCHANGE A FINALIST FOR CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD *
Quest Outreach Society recognized for "rescuing food and reducing hunger."
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Be a Philanthropreneur . . . with Charity Checks ****
You give these checks/cheques as gifts: The recipient gets to choose the charity; and you get the tax deduction.
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Bellingham ad hoc hurricane relief *
In Bellingham, an 18-wheeler is being filled on James Street, in the mall formerly occupied by the Red Apple.
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Bill Gates gives $168-million for research *
Bill Gates continues to rewrite philanthropic record books, with the announcement yesterday of his biggest single-day donation, a dizzying $168-million (U.S.).
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Blow out your candles and wish for canned goods *
A new birthday party trend is sweeping North America, reports ERIN ANDERSSEN. Instead of asking for Barbies and baseballs, kids are saying no to gifts and yes to donations to foodbanks and charities. Who knew the fastest way to a family's riches was through their children?
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Cam Neely: Who Needs Hockey to be a Hero? *
Steven and Erin McDonnell were leaving the country. He had quit his job and they had sold their home near Boston to head north to Nova Scotia. The plan was to go into the seafood business.
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Cambodia offers Jolie citizenship *
Cambodia's prime minister on Tuesday offered Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie Cambodian citizenship in recognition for her nature conservation work in this poverty stricken country.
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Canada can carry much more *
Canadian firms stand ready to manufacture affordable AIDS drugs. The WTO has even relaxed its patent rules. So why won't the PM give the green light? demands lawyer RICHARD ELLIOTT
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Canada mourns with U.S., PM tells Bush *
Chrétien phones President on anniversary of 9/11 attacks in New York, Washington
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Canada Post delivers. . . on customer satisfaction *
Just when I was working up a head of steam to write a diatribe about what's missing in customer service these days (BCAA, Telus and eBay, watch out!), here comes Canada Post with a nice little surprise. And just in time for Canada Day, too!
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Celebrity no protection from tragedy *
Attenborough loses three relatives; actors, models among the rescued -- some stars pledge aid.
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Christmas Countdown: evalu8.org's Last-Minute, Super-Santa Solutions *
Here's your last-minute rescue: A special seasonal feature from the editors of evalu8.org, including Kommunity Karma and a bunch of freebies.
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Cookbook for Charity *
The latest by-donation cookbook compiled by the executive chefs of three of BC's leading fine dining restaurants will be benefiting United We Can, an innovative economic initiative that provides jobs and opportunities for people living on Vancouver's Downtown Eastside.
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Craig Newmark's Straw Poll gets the famous 'Colbert Bump' *****
Colbert is running for president -- just in South Carolina -- as a favourite son, on both the Democratic and Republican tickets. Send-up or not, one needy classroom will benefit.
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Craig's List Helps With Class Supplies *
In 2001, Craig's list launched a program aimed at giving teachers a break. . .
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Craig's List's DonorsChoose Program *
Here's the challenge issued by Stephen Colbert. . .
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Cruise, Lauer argue on 'Today' *
'Worlds' star: 'You don't know the history of psychiatry. I do'
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Doctors Without Borders helps AIDS patients *
As South Africa prepares a plan to treat the epidemic, people are already being assisted with free drugs from the group.
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Drowning in swag for a good cause *
There's a very good rule at this newspaper: You don't accept swag. Not at Christmas, not ever. I'm convinced the no-swag rule is carved somewhere on a wall in the bowels of this building. They take it that seriously and rightly so.
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eBay responds to Hurricane Katrina *
It's great that eBay did this. But just to show it isn't ALL about the money, we also include a note received from the mother of an eBayer -- with the personal touch.
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Fragile Afghan boy in 'severe situation' *
Airlifted patient's heart problem is worse than Canadian specialists anticipated.
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G-G's trips are a very good thing *
As you read this, Governor-General Adrienne Clarkson is touring Moscow trailed by a delegation of 26 notable Canadians -- and the curses of various taxpayers and journalists. "Off with her head!" writes one Globe and Mail reader, while a National Post columnist complains that Michael Ondaatje is now eating beluga caviar at our expense.
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Google advances online software crusade *
As it tries to usher in a new era in computing, Google is promoting its software applications in kindergarten through high school classrooms.
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Harrison family, doctor settle dispute over guitar *
The doctor accused of forcing Beatle George Harrison to autograph a guitar as he lay dying has agreed to dispose of the guitar to settle a lawsuit.
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Harry Potter phenomenon sparks global youth activism *
"It's clear that the values of Amnesty resonate throughout Harry Potter," says Andrew Slack of Somerville, Mass. -- the 27-year-old founder of HP Alliance.
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Heart patient sets a new pace *
A pacemaker recipient at 38, lawyer Tim Pinos hits the road on his bike to stay fit and raise money for research.
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Heatley holds an emotional meeting *
Hockey player spends time with the family of player killed in car accident.
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Hepburn beachfront to become public land *
Beachfront property near Katharine Hepburn's home will become protected land for public use, according to the late actress's will.
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Hero of public health slays viral dragons *
Calm Basrur faced a rough year, with SARS and a West Nile scare.
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Hollywood divided over Mel Gibson's future after anti-Semitic remarks *
A stunned Hollywood debated the future of one of its biggest stars Sunday as a sheriff's watchdog launched an investigation into a possible cover up of a leaked report that quoted Mel Gibson unleashing a tirade of anti-Semitic remarks during a drunken driving arrest.
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Homesick Afghan boy undergoes heart tests *
Frail and exhausted, a nine-year-old Afghan boy was feeling heartsick in every possible way Saturday as he rested in the intensive care unit of an Ottawa children's hospital.
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Honesty killed David Kelly *
The brave people of conscience who reveal government wrongdoing always pay a price, says British MP TAM DALYELL
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Hoskins' Christmas Festival of Lights And Trains 2005 *
Once again, the Hoskins have opened up their backyard to the annual Hoskins Festival of Lights. December 1, 2005 - January 2, 2006, Surrey, BC
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I'm dreaming of a giftless Christmas *
Sick of stuff? Try dropping the presents and giving money to a needy cause instead, writes CAROL TOLLER. And cross your fingers that family members will still speak to you.
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IMPARK waives parking violation notices for toy donation to the Salvation Army *
Note: Winnipeg ONLY -- Friday, December 16, 2005, four hours: 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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In these blackout, mad-cow times, good citizens can still be polite *
Manners can be a minefield, and never more so than this summer when all kinds of sudden assaults on our basic comforts have increased the opportunities for incivility.
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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women *
One way to actively participate in this important day is to purchase A Sparkle of Hope pin at any Medicine Centre Pharmacy in British Columbia. The pin symbolizes the dignity and freedom that everyone deserves, and remembers the many victims of sexual human trafficking in Vancouver and worldwide. All proceeds go toward The Salvation Army's efforts to combat sexual human trafficking.
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Job Shadowing coincides with Groundhog Shadow Day in Seattle *
Grand Hyatt Seattle announced today that it will partner with Ingraham High School and businesses across the community to provide job shadowing opportunities for students.
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John Lennon: A personal reminiscence *
On the 25th anniversary of his untimely death:
John Lennon was our conscience. He embodied the spirit of our belief in candour, in accountability, in someone standing up for what is right, simply because it is right.
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Kenyan activist wins Nobel Peace Prize *
Kenyan environmental activist Wangari Maathai won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for her work as leader of the Green Belt Movement, which has sought to empower women, better the environment and fight corruption in Africa for almost 30 years.
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King of the airwaves *
It feels very odd grilling Larry King...
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Kommunity Karma *
Donate to charities with the simple click of a button...
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Lend the forgetful club member a buck; it will generate many returns *
I am a student who works at the reception desk of a sports club with two other employees...
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Lightfoot receives hero's welcome at relief concert *
It was a hero's welcome for Gordon Lightfoot as he returned to the stage after a near-death illness at a rock concert to benefit flood victims in this eastern Ontario city.
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Mallick's most wanted: Watch out, Wills *
Toronto's chief of police, Julian Fantino, the Mel Lastman of Canadian law enforcement, recently announced that his Most Wanted List has 400 people on it.
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Naslund forgives bad check *
Admitting yesterday he still had a headache and was a little tired, Naslund did not blame rookie Steve Moore of the Colorado Avalanche for the unpenalized hit that sent Naslund crashing face-first to the ice late in the second period Monday in Denver.
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Never too old for a dream *
Cambodia's oldest man, who is still going strong, says he has one more dream to achieve...
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New Volunteer Vacation Program appeals to Hawaii eco-tourists *
Guests are invited to join Outrigger’s beachfront hotels to help care for historic Kapiolani Park on Oahu.
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Niedermayer brings Stanley Cup to tired firefighters *
NHL defenceman Scott Niedermayer brought the Stanley Cup to his home town Saturday as a morale booster for the hundreds of fatigued firefighters who have been battling a nearby wildfire.
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Now that's a gift: philanthropist of the year *
Michael DeGroote is not a man who uses fancy words. He belongs to none of the right clubs, and isn't all that interested in hanging around with the right people. He made a fortune in trucking and garbage; rough-and-tumble businesses that tend to attract rough-and-tumble characters. And he's just given away $105-million -- the single biggest gift in Canadian history.
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Official Response to the Homeless Count by The Salvation Army British Columbia Division *
Lieutenant-Colonel Donald J. Copple, Divisional Commander for The Salvation Army in British Columbia, issued the following statement in response to the Homeless Count commissioned by the Greater Vancouver Regional Steering Committee on Homelessness.
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Out of the blue, a gift of life *
Sheryl Wymenga looks perfectly sane and healthy, for a woman who has just flown halfway across the continent to give away a chunk of her innards to somebody she met on the Internet.
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Patron, partner, pioneer *
After decades of bringing world art to Canadians, Ydessa Hendeles is being lauded for her vision and influence from Paris to London to New York to Munich, where a show from her private collection has established her as one of the world's great curators.
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Practise what you preach *
Increasing numbers of Canadians say they believe in God, notes Christian broadcaster LORNA DUECK. But do they know what that means?
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Quadriplegic to challenge Everest *
Friday, September 19th, 2008, Shark Club, Vancouver, BC -- fundraising event
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Random acts of human humiliation *
MARY NERSESSIAN takes a page from a new book that recommends reaching out and touching others -- whether they want to be hugged or not.
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Ready to party hearty in Gander *
Newfoundlanders have a knack for throwing a darn good party, but they might take notes this weekend from Dan and Teresa Seeley.
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Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar hosts needy families at restaurant for Thanksgiving dinner *
Chef/Owner John Howie and the team at Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar, are opening their doors and their hearts to over 50 families on Thanksgiving Day.
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Sir Roger Moore: Live, don't let die *
Don't think for a moment that your support can't make a difference. Even a few dollars can bring a child warmth, clean water -- and hope, says Unicef ambassador SIR ROGER MOORE.
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Stanley Park Fall-out is not just the trees *
The Vancouver Park Board's Manager of Communications -- our old friend, Joyce Courtney -- gives evalu8.org a candid, insider view of some of the stresses associated with the devastation wrought in Stanley Park by recent storms.
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Taming the automobile in Montreal's core *
City cordons off 10 downtown blocks in symbolic attempt to combat pollution
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The biggest-ever programme of relief and reconstruction in The Salvation Army’s 135-year history launched *
The Salvation Army is preparing to move into stage two of its response. This will be its biggest-ever programme of relief and reconstruction in The Salvation Army’s 135-year history as an international movement.
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The day they found Jessica *
Twenty years ago, three teenage boys discovered an infant in a gym bag.
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The Home Depot Canada & Habitat for Humanity Canada Launch the 'Paper House Challenge' at Pacific Centre Plaza *
Thursday, August 9, 2007, Vancouver, BC.
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The man with the healing harmonica *
Advocate Jake Fitzpatrick swears taking up the instrument saved him from bronchitis and can help others, writes GRAEME SMITH.
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The Piggy Parking Award *
Don't get mad, get even. The New Year's resolution for your friends at evalu8.org is to make it easy for you to vent some steam at inconsiderate parking jerks.
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The Piggy Parking Award Form *
Print it out and you're set.
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The Salvation Army announcement for increase in domestic abuse victim beds *
Today, the Salvation Army officially announced the increase in shelter beds for women and fleeing domestic abuse.
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The Salvation Army comes to aid of victims of earthquake in Indonesia *
The Salvation Army launched an immediate response to the earthquake in Indonesia.
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The Salvation Army in British Columbia *
Here's some background on the history of the Salvation army in BC, and its mandate.
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The Salvation Army Kettles to raise funds for Tsunami Relief *
The Salvation Army Kettles to raise funds for Tsunami Relief throughout British Columbia this Saturday. . .
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The Salvation Army receives approval for South Asia Relief Matching Grants *
The Salvation Army in Canada is pleased to announce that its application to the Canadian International Development Agency for matching funds in the South Asia Relief Effort has been approved.
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The Salvation Army responds to Vancouver cold snap with 65 additional spaces *
The Salvation Army is ready to accommodate 65 additional people in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside during Vancouver’s first cold snap of the season. . .
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The Salvation Army to provide EMERGENCY transport to shelters for homeless in North Vancouver *
The Salvation Army is responding to the first winter snowfall in the Greater Vancouver Area by providing emergency shelter relief for the homeless.
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The Story of Louis Braille *
Today -- January 4 -- is the anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille.
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The stuff of heroism *
A return to old Good Samaritan values seems to have overtaken the cowardly onlooker stance -- at least recently, in Western Canada.
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Thief swipes charity's Christmas Kettle in front of Wal-Mart *
The Salvation Army has had a Christmas Kettle containing charitable donations for people in need stolen at the entrance to the Wal-Mart in Saanich, located at the Town & Country Shopping Centre, 3601 Douglas Street. The incident occurred at approximately at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 6, 2005.
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Tom Cruise promotes War of Words (without ever mentioning War of Worlds) *
Scientologist says psychiatric drugs are unnecessary; doctors counter by describing worried calls from patients.
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Tourism Vancouver Partners with the Salvation Army and 125 Local Restaurants... *
Tourism Vancouver is using the wildly popular Dine Out Vancouver 2005 restaurant promotion as a vehicle to support the work of the Salvation Army in addressing both local needs, as well as international relief efforts for tsunami victims.
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UFCW Local 247 provides blankets for Salvation Army shelters. . . *
With the cold weather upon us, UFCW Local 247 launches a new campaign to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada while providing much needed warm blankets for homeless people in the downtown region.
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Vancouver Fringe Fest seeks home-stay hosts *
Immediately! Your open-door (and open heart) will even net you a Festival pass!
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Vicks trick could aid polar-bear adoptions *
Ointment on cubs fools 'foster' moms
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Washington slow to accept aid offers *
"It would not surprise me if somebody at the State Department or White House says, 'Thanks for the gesture, but spend it on your own,'" says Australian foreign affairs specialist, Michael McKinley.
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Weary Djamshid arrives at Sick Kids cardiac unit *
A nine-year-old Afghan boy whose ailing heart has captured the affections of Canadians looked weary yesterday as he arrived at Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children after braving a five-hour ambulance journey from Ottawa.
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Wen Jiabao's gesture *
On Monday night, millions of Chinese television viewers were treated to a remarkable sight: a government leader visiting AIDS patients at a Beijing hospital.
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What do hair and $25-million have in common? *
We asked some notable Canadians from the arts community for their Christmas wish lists. Here's what they wanted.
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Where to donate to B.C. fire victims...plus...FIRE BANS, LINKS, PHONE NUMBERS, DONATIONS *
Your good karma -- find out where to donate.
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World writers pen creepy children's tales for anthology *
Midnight Lullabies proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders.
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A Carol heard 'round the world *
Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol is to charity what the New Testament is to Christianity. But Dickens actually wrote his shortest, most popular novel in a desperate attempt to cop some cash.
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A Forum on Hormones, Aging, Sex & Solutions *
Monday April 25th, 2005, 6:00pm–9:30pm, Vancouver, BC
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AIDS WALK 2003 *
Join Persons With AIDS as they celebrate their 18th Annual AIDS Walk on Sunday, September 21st in Stanley Park.
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Camp Moomba Yogathon *
July 24, 2005, at Vancouver’s Plaza of Nations
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Canadian film inspires tears, applause at Cannes *
Denys Arcand's film about a French-Canadian man whose friends rally around him as he fights cancer won prolonged applause at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday and had many people wiping away tears.
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Canucks hit lottery windfall *
Elizabeth Densky thought she'd never get to meet her favourite hockey player. So she did the next best thing: buy a scratch-and-win ticket that featured Trevor Linden of the Vancouver Canucks.
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Drug makers should join fight against AIDS *
As Stephen Lewis, the United Nations special AIDS envoy, eloquently reminded the world again this week, the AIDS epidemic in sub-Saharan Africa is a horrific scourge that urgently requires a massive inflow of affordable anti-viral drugs and billions of dollars worth of other assistance from rich countries.
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Four-hour parking amnesty today from Impark *
Monday, December 20, 2004, 7:00 and 11:00 a.m., Vancouver, BC
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Free: Piggy Parking Award *
It's free and it's justice. Don't get mad, get even!
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George Harrison's MD censured for speaking to media *
The New York Health Department reprimanded a cancer specialist for talking to the media about his patient George Harrison without the ex-Beatle's consent.
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Katrina Roxy Fundraiser *
Another way you can help support victims of Hurricane Katrina. . .
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Lynn Coady: A case of made-in-Canada writer chill *
Last summer, south of the Canadian border -- in the land of racial profiling and the proposed Patriot Act -- friends of Ontario writers Marsha Boulton and Stephen Williams were horrified at what they were hearing. The couple had made an impromptu trip to New York, not so much out of a burning desire to see these old acquaintances but, they explained to their friends, to "escape the persecution."
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Man admits he started massive wildfire *
After accidentally starting a massive wildfire with a cigarette, Mike Barre says he rushed from door to door, frantically trying to help with the start of an evacuation that eventually forced thousands from their homes.
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Maternal care influences future stress levels, study shows *
The way a mother cares for her baby can determine how stressed out the child will be as an adult because maternal nurturing can permanently change the way an infant's genes operate, according to a new study on rats that was led by a professor of medicine at McGill University in Montreal.
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Oilers' chief defends charity record *
The president of the Edmonton Oilers defended his club's charitable foundation yesterday, saying it gives away far more money than tax documents reveal.
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PayPal makes it easy to raise money online ****
You can make a difference; raise money for your favourite cause.
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Prince to headline Hong Kong's SARS show *
Prince will headline a government-sponsored music festival aimed at boosting the image of SARS-battered Hong Kong.
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R.I.P. Gregory Peck and Pierre Bourgault *
Gregory Peck, who died last week, looked perfect for the role of what is known in Jewish tradition as the Righteous Gentile.
Pierre Bourgault, who died in Montreal this week at 69, also embodied an earlier version of a struggle still around, in different form, today: Quebec nationalism. Most obituaries in English stressed what is always called his fiery oratory
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Rogers offers free calling Canada-wide on its phones *
Look what those clever folks at Rogers Home Phone are doing. . .
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Snyders' support helps sustain team *
Family and friends attended Atlanta's game Monday against the Leafs at Toronto
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Stressing prevention *
At MDS Nordion, employees get more than Band-Aid wellness programs. 'People have to feel that you care'
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The gospel according to Woody *
'My god is nature,' says actor, vegan and committed eco-activist Woody Harrelson, whose message of organic living is on full display in the documentary Go Further
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The soul in science *
The West may lead the world in research and technology, but Muslim scientists have much to contribute in integrating inquiry with ethics, says SHEEMA KHAN
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War for a country's spirit *
The murder of Shia leaders in Najaf is a bid to divide Iraq, and destabilize the region. The world's only hope is to build an Iraq of respect, justice and inclusion, says Jordan's PRINCE HASSAN.
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