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A feel-good story with a happy ending
Early in February you may remember the message reporting that Henry Thompson (CBC Vancouver Technical Storesman from 1982 to 1992) had moved to a long term care residence in Burnaby, B.C. last year and that in the months since then, his treasured CBC jacket had gone missing. Henry was very upset at losing this very […]
read moreDanielle S. Marcotte – Author
Biography– She left the Masters Program in History at University of Victoria to work for Radio-Canada in 1974. She worked for the national broadcaster in Vancouver for over 30 years as a radio host, interviewing countless artists, political figures, and citizens of all walks of life, on a daily basis. Now retired, she writes for […]
read moreVirtual Reading with Anne Budgell – February 25, 2021
“Let ’em die”: The 1918 Influenza Pandemic in Labrador, by Anne Budgell During the second wave of the pandemic of “Spanish” influenza in 1918, the virus was brought to the coast of Labrador at the end of the fishing and shipping season. People started dying days after the last vessels sailed away for the long […]
read moreHow safe is online shopping?
Shopping online is an easy and convenient way to get the items we need, especially as we go through the pandemic. But it’s important to look out for fraudulent sellers to keep your personal information safe. Whether you’re an online shopping pro or are newer to the game, here are some key questions to ask […]
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