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How logging is heating up B.C.'s salmon-spawning rivers

How logging is heating up B.C.'s salmon-spawning rivers

A joint investigation between DFO researchers and Simon Fraser University's Salmon Watershed Lab found logging near rivers can drive up water temperatures. If streams are too warm, fish can stop growing or die.
B.C. strata owner loses fight for EV charger

B.C. strata owner loses fight for EV charger

B.C.'s Civil Resolution Tribunal found putting an electric vehicle charger in would be a significant change to common property, requiring approval of 75 per cent of owners.
Parents call for more accountability after son's mistaken prescription

Parents call for more accountability after son's mistaken prescription

Because the pharmacy reached an agreement with the College of Pharmacists, the case was never publicized, which the parents says is a mistake.
Opinion: Bird-brained? Climate change may affect intelligence in birds

Opinion: Bird-brained? Climate change may affect intelligence in birds

Parents provide the energy needed for their young to grow large brains. Climate change may negatively affect birds’ brain development as it impacts food supplies.
Do you trust a company's 'green' claims? If yes, you're a Canadian minority

Do you trust a company's 'green' claims? If yes, you're a Canadian minority

68% of Canadians suspect companies are trying to pass off green credentials they don't deserve, according to a new poll.
B.C. man gets one-year probation for grabbing woman at bus stop

B.C. man gets one-year probation for grabbing woman at bus stop

"Women need to feel safe and secure when they’re out in the community."
'Fire code safety issues' close Marvel Avengers exhibit in Burnaby temporarily

'Fire code safety issues' close Marvel Avengers exhibit in Burnaby temporarily

The exhibition opened earlier this month, but the City of Burnaby said it was "occupied without first getting a building permit."
One-bedroom rental prices fall in Burnaby, but still among highest in Canada

One-bedroom rental prices fall in Burnaby, but still among highest in Canada

Rentals.ca, however, said the cost for two-bedrooms in Burnaby saw another increase.
Video game 'loot boxes' lawsuits suggest gaming, criminal violations

Video game 'loot boxes' lawsuits suggest gaming, criminal violations

Loot boxes contain virtual items to be used in the game and can be accessed through gameplay, or purchased with virtual currency or real-world money.
Burnaby mayor vows never to use controversial voting process again

Burnaby mayor vows never to use controversial voting process again

After public outcry surrounding a little-used voting method called an “alternative approval process,” some on Burnaby city council say they will never attempt it again.