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THE LAST WORD
WITH MIKE MCCARDELL
The Last Word: Lunch
Nearby Wednesday’s protests, Mike McCardell met people who had a much quieter activity planned.
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Vancouver
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VANCOUVER ISLAND
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At least three people were arrested Wednesday as protesters and counter-protesters gathered in Nanaimo and Victoria to argue about the way schools teach sexuality and gender identity, and how teachers refer to transgender students.
B.C. teacher banned for exploiting vulnerable student for 'sexual advantage'
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Victoria supportive housing facility's opening delayed
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