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A 'vicious cycle' is scaring away investment from B.C. forests, says industry

A 'vicious cycle' is scaring away investment from B.C. forests, says industry

At an annual meeting of forest executives and insiders, industry offered a consistent message: dwindling wood fibre and regulatory uncertainty is scaring away investment in B.C.
Youth add voice to Burnaby museum's South Asian Canadian exhibit

Youth add voice to Burnaby museum's South Asian Canadian exhibit

Starting next month, the Burnaby Village Museum's Truths Not Often Told exhibit will feature a new display on the thoughts and perspectives of South Asian Canadian teens in Burnaby today.
Police increase presence at Abbotsford bars, restaurants to combat gang violence

Police increase presence at Abbotsford bars, restaurants to combat gang violence

Police in Abbotsford are taking a proactive initiative to keep the community safe.
MMA fighter appears in B.C. court on assault, driving charges

MMA fighter appears in B.C. court on assault, driving charges

A video posted to social media showed a moving vehicle where the driver appeared to be dragging a woman outside the car.
How will Burnaby pay for infrastructure required by B.C.'s new housing plan?

How will Burnaby pay for infrastructure required by B.C.'s new housing plan?

Burnaby has approved new charges on development to pay for pipes, parks and public squares needed as a result of provincial housing changes.
Criminals target New Westminster senior by impersonating police officers

Criminals target New Westminster senior by impersonating police officers

New West police issue warning after "deplorable" criminals impersonating cops convince a senior to give them her debit and credit cards.
Ottawa to allow 30-year amortization for first-time buyers' mortgages on new homes

Ottawa to allow 30-year amortization for first-time buyers' mortgages on new homes

"By extending amortization, monthly mortgage payments will be more affordable for young Canadians who want that first home of their own."
Major B.C. civic political parties investigated for 'potential' prohibited contributions

Major B.C. civic political parties investigated for 'potential' prohibited contributions

ABC Vancouver and Burnaby Citizens Association among the largest civic slates being probed for possible campaign financing violations.
Vancouver police search for purse-snatching suspect

Vancouver police search for purse-snatching suspect

This man is a suspect in a number of robberies and attempted robberies of women throughout Vancouver.
Judge denies bid to toss Ibrahim Ali murder verdict for court delays

Judge denies bid to toss Ibrahim Ali murder verdict for court delays

Ibrahim Ali awaits sentencing for first-degree murder in the death of a 13-year-old Burnaby girl now that a bid to have his guilty verdict thrown out for delays has been dismissed.