Topic: Vancouver Sun

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Canadians use social media to out Vancouver rioters

Some see the use of social media skills to learn the identities of post-Stanley Cup Vancouver rioters as a dangerous new trend. Many officials are worried about vigilante justice.
Terrorism & Security
Vancouver bomb threat: Al Qaeda terror link or pure hoax?

A Vancouver bomb threat on a Cathay Pacific flight from Hong Kong caused Canadian officials to send fighter jets to escort the plane to the airport Saturday.
Green Economics
Will the 2010 Winter Olympics payoff for Vancouver's long-run growth?

Experts remain unconvinced that the 2010 Winter Olympics will pay off for Vancouver.
Oh Canada: Most are enjoying the Winter Olympics, but where are the medals?

With eight of 16 days of competition completed, Canada has a third the number of medals as the US – falling short of its bold expectations, but engaging most Canadians nonetheless.
Terrorism & Security
Bombings of Canadian pipelines spark ecoterrorism fears

Two explosions in one week cause no injuries, and only minor damage to pipes carrying dangerous hydrogen sulphide gas.
Zero-tolerance rule cleans up amateur hockey

Suspensions and expulsions for abuse of referees or other players have resulted in a quicker, cleaner game, experts say.
North America gets its first carbon tax

The Canadian province of British Columbia hopes to change consumer behavior – and raise revenue – by taxing virtually all fossil fuels, including gasoline and home-heating fuel.