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U.S. SEC can't seek account for $3.3M sale of Kitsilano home, B.C. judge rules

U.S. SEC can't seek account for $3.3M sale of Kitsilano home, B.C. judge rules

Facing fraud charges in the U.S., Delta resident Jackson Friesen sold a detached home in Kitsilano before his assets could be frozen in B.C. Supreme Court; since it was determined Friesen committed fraud he says he now needs money to pay for an appeal of a $12-million penalty.
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Metro Vancouver seeks 'media monitor' amid budget woes

Metro Vancouver seeks 'media monitor' amid budget woes

New West city councillor: "When things get really bad and this out of control, the first thing an organization will blame is the people reporting on the story itself."
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B.C. stockbroker regulatory regime 'baffles' industry observer

B.C. stockbroker regulatory regime 'baffles' industry observer

B.C. stock market observer David Baines says he is glad to see the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization appeal a case that sets standards for stockbroker obligations to prevent capital market misconduct.
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Ex-B.C. stock promoter Avtar Dhillon sentenced to prison for fraud in U.S.

Ex-B.C. stock promoter Avtar Dhillon sentenced to prison for fraud in U.S.

Former B.C. medical doctor turned stock promoter once teamed up with a cousin convicted of drug trafficking to launch a Canadian medical marijuana company.
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Metro Vancouver to look for cost savings after hiking taxes and fees

Metro Vancouver to look for cost savings after hiking taxes and fees

Metro’s operating expenses are also set to rise sharply in the coming years, climbing to $2.2 billion in 2029 from $1.2 billion in 2024.
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Most new B.C. lawyers don't feel prepared for entry-level practice, survey shows

Most new B.C. lawyers don't feel prepared for entry-level practice, survey shows

Dispute resolution and practice management were the chief concerns where about half of respondents felt training was inadequate.
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Veteran Vancouver stockbroker fined $30K, suspended 18 months

Veteran Vancouver stockbroker fined $30K, suspended 18 months

John David Lunam solicited clients to invest in private placements connected to a penny stock promoter since found liable for securities fraud in the United States.
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B.C. resident issued $18.4M fine after running fraudulent crypto scheme

B.C. resident issued $18.4M fine after running fraudulent crypto scheme

A B.C. resident who redirected nearly 1,000 bitcoins valued at $13 million from his crypto trading platform for personal use and gambling has been issued administrative penalties.
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Metro Vancouver's 12-staff member trip to New Orleans preceded travel pause: chair

Metro Vancouver's 12-staff member trip to New Orleans preceded travel pause: chair

After a lid was put on Metro Vancouver politician travel, chair Mike Hurley has cemented a ban on staff travel; but not before a few more trips were taken as taxpayers ready for a 25.3 per cent increase to their 2025 regional property tax bill.
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Foreign interference networks in Canada using 'lawfare,' security summit hears

Foreign interference networks in Canada using 'lawfare,' security summit hears

Strategic lawsuits and international law traps are common practices under 'lawfare,' which is part of a broader 'hybrid warfare' conducted by foreign adversaries.
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