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How community gardens — in parking lots — can help B.C.'s food security

How community gardens — in parking lots — can help B.C.'s food security

The unusual partnership between White Rock Volkswagen and community garden builders in Surrey could set an example for other communities across B.C. with overflowing waitlists for garden plots.
Canada ranks 9th for migrating millionaires

Canada ranks 9th for migrating millionaires

Canada is seen as a favoured destination for millionaires on the move. Many of them are coming from countries in strife, according to a new report.
Extinction Rebellion, Save Old Growth protesters closer to trial on mischief for protest near YVR

Extinction Rebellion, Save Old Growth protesters closer to trial on mischief for protest near YVR

As many as 14 police officers could be called to testify and there are four hours of video evidence. 
Partners pondering 2030 Winter Olympics told a referendum would scuttle the bid

Partners pondering 2030 Winter Olympics told a referendum would scuttle the bid

Sources say that a referendum is heavily discouraged because it could ruin potential negotiations with the International Olympic Committee.
Four people plucked out of Juan de Fuca Strait after boats overturn during race

Four people plucked out of Juan de Fuca Strait after boats overturn during race

The sailors were participating in the opening leg of the 1,207-kilometre Race 2 Alaska competition. 
B.C. woman builds bonds with Ukrainian mothers as her son fights in the streets of Sievierodonetsk

B.C. woman builds bonds with Ukrainian mothers as her son fights in the streets of Sievierodonetsk

Bonnie Penner’s son is a Canadian embedded with the Ukrainian army, and he's been in Ukraine for almost three months.
Ornithologists renew call for a national bird — and they have a suggestion

Ornithologists renew call for a national bird — and they have a suggestion

Will the latest push to make the Canada jay our national bird take flight?
So you've won the lottery. Now what?

So you've won the lottery. Now what?

We break down the publicity deal that comes with winning the lottery, and whether or not anonymity is an option.
B.C. considers mandatory reporting for short-term rentals

B.C. considers mandatory reporting for short-term rentals

Policy work underway by the province is informed by a November report on short-term rentals from the B.C. Union of Municipalities, David Eby said.
Funding announced to help retrofit affordable housing in B.C. during extreme heat events

Funding announced to help retrofit affordable housing in B.C. during extreme heat events

Vancity is targeting B.C.'s most vulnerable populations with a series of grants to help future-proof homes in the event of extreme heat.