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No relief in sight for Metro Vancouver’s industrial land shortage: Avison Young

No relief in sight for Metro Vancouver’s industrial land shortage: Avison Young

Long-term supply is a ‘serious concern’ for the region, which needs 7.7M square feet of new space
Police watchdog called in to investigate fatal Burnaby crash

Police watchdog called in to investigate fatal Burnaby crash

A pickup truck involved in a collision that killed a female passenger at Hastings Street by Willingdon Avenue Wednesday morning may have been fleeing an earlier collision with a taxi in Vancouver, according to police.
Letter: Patterson site 'much more suitable' for Burnaby City Hall

Letter: Patterson site 'much more suitable' for Burnaby City Hall

If Burnaby City Hall needs to move, pick a better location — that's this writer's message.
Canada Child Benefit hailed for reducing poverty, as families get boosted payments

Canada Child Benefit hailed for reducing poverty, as families get boosted payments

The Canada Child Benefit is being hailed for lifting children out of poverty seven years since its introduction, as families get a cost-of-living boost this month.
B.C. wildfire activity expected to shift from north to south

B.C. wildfire activity expected to shift from north to south

There have been 199 fires sparked in the past seven days in B.C., but 133 of those are out, held or under control.
Hells Angels gather for B.C. 40th anniversary parties

Hells Angels gather for B.C. 40th anniversary parties

Bikers expected to gather in Hope Friday and begin trip into Metro Vancouver.
Burnaby launches new program sign-up system after outdated software gets the boot

Burnaby launches new program sign-up system after outdated software gets the boot

Burnaby has replaced its 30-year-old program registration software with a new, "more modern" system.
Lower Mainland Green Team calls for litter cleanup volunteers this July

Lower Mainland Green Team calls for litter cleanup volunteers this July

The cleanup will take place at Bonsor recreation complex on Saturday, July 29, for community members interested in making a positive environmental impact.
Leaked report outlines systemic issues within the BC Sheriff Service

Leaked report outlines systemic issues within the BC Sheriff Service

Low and uncompetitive pay was among the reasons listed for recruitment failures.
Need to beat the heat? Burnaby non-profit opens cooling centres

Need to beat the heat? Burnaby non-profit opens cooling centres

With misting stations, free water and snacks and more, these cooling centres have an inclusive, community atmosphere, according to the non-profit's executive director.