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Tenor of the times: the Vancouver Opera soars with a star singer

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Heppner, a native of British Columbia, who now lives near Toronto, Ontario, recently starred in the title role of Benjamin Britten's opera 'Peter Grimes' for the Vancouver Opera Company. He performs about 50 times per year, has close family ties and is a strong believer in Christianity.

Management, Interview, Opera singers, Heppner, Ben, Hallam, Robert, Vancouver Opera

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East End vs. West Side: two Vancouver boys face off in a heated contest of class and styles

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British Columbia's current premier Glen Clark comes from the working-class Renfrew Heights neighborhood in Vancouver, while his opponent Liberal leader Gordon Campbell was raised in the upscale Point Grey neighborhood. The two men's campaign styles and positions are examined.

Political activity, Political aspects, Biography, Media coverage, Political campaigns, British Columbia, Campbell, Gordon M., Clark, Glen

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A summit amid financial turmoil: Vancouver hosts the APEC extravaganza

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The financial crisis in Thailand and other Asian countries will be an important issue as the leaders of the APEC members gather for a high-level conference. The meeting is unlikely to produce a regional rescue fund for Asia.

Conferences, meetings and seminars, Economic aspects, Thailand, Asia, International economic relations, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

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