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West Coast MP wants Ottawa to ban plastic foam causing a wave of pollution

West Coast MP wants Ottawa to ban plastic foam causing a wave of pollution

“It’s just so harmful to our beaches, fish in the ocean and to wildlife on the shores,” said B.C. NDP MP Rachel Blaney. 
Richmond strata overpaid Burnaby company $15K for snow removal: lawsuit

Richmond strata overpaid Burnaby company $15K for snow removal: lawsuit

The strata at Canterbury Court in Richmond is suing Burnaby Blacktop Ltd. for the return of an alleged $15,000 overpayment for snow removal more than a year ago.
Legal changes would require explanation for questionable wealth in B.C.

Legal changes would require explanation for questionable wealth in B.C.

"Just because the mob boss's spouse isn't involved in illegal activity, doesn't mean they get to keep the house," said Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth.
Burnaby Now, New West Record nominated for Ma Murray Community News Media Awards

Burnaby Now, New West Record nominated for Ma Murray Community News Media Awards

Abhinaya Natesh, Lauren Vanderdeen and Jennifer Gauthier are among B.C.'s best, as they're nominated for journalism awards at the BCYCNA Ma Murray Community News Media Awards.
You might be able to see the northern light in Metro Vancouver tonight

You might be able to see the northern light in Metro Vancouver tonight

There may be a green glow to behold.
Turpel-Lafond returns honorary degree granted by Simon Fraser University in B.C.

Turpel-Lafond returns honorary degree granted by Simon Fraser University in B.C.

Officials at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, B.C., have accepted the return of an honorary degree awarded to Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond, the former judge and law professor whose claims of Indigenous ancestryhave been discredited.
B.C. and Canada introduce anti-money laundering weapons. But will they work?

B.C. and Canada introduce anti-money laundering weapons. But will they work?

The provincial regulations and legislation were recommended by the Cullen Commission of Inquiry into Money Laundering in B.C.
Vatican rejects Doctrine of Discovery, a move Indigenous people have long urged

Vatican rejects Doctrine of Discovery, a move Indigenous people have long urged

The Vatican has formally denounced a 15th-century doctrine used to legitimize the seizure of Indigenous land, but the national chief of the Assembly of First Nations says the Roman Catholic Church should go further to repair the harm caused by the de
Teaching support staff union at SFU votes to strike

Teaching support staff union at SFU votes to strike

"So many of our members, they're doing researching and teaching full time and trying to survive."
Film festival at SFU showcases Indigenous filmmakers

Film festival at SFU showcases Indigenous filmmakers

Fifth annual Skoden Indigenous Film Festival returns on March 31 and April 1.