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B.C. unfairly clawed back COVID-19 benefit to thousands during pandemic, says report

B.C. unfairly clawed back COVID-19 benefit to thousands during pandemic, says report

The B.C. government announced the one-time, tax-free benefit in March 2020, paying out $653 million.
B.C. court dismisses UBC eagle renoviction case

B.C. court dismisses UBC eagle renoviction case

A B.C. Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge against the province and UBC for blocking access to an eagle's nest in the way of a residential development.
Parking fines cause 'financial hardship' for health-care workers in Burnaby

Parking fines cause 'financial hardship' for health-care workers in Burnaby

Community health-care workers are petitioning Burnaby council for parking passes to avoid getting ticketed when they're on work calls.
Do your parents own a home? StatCan says that might mean you’re more likely to own, too

Do your parents own a home? StatCan says that might mean you’re more likely to own, too

New study reveals British Columbians born in the 1990s to property-owning parents more likely to own compared with counterparts
Snow way! Here is when Vancouver could see flurries this week

Snow way! Here is when Vancouver could see flurries this week

You will want to keep your cosy clothing on deck for the cold snap.
Defence calling no evidence for man accused of killing Burnaby girl

Defence calling no evidence for man accused of killing Burnaby girl

Closing arguments in the Ibrahim Ali murder trial are expected to begin on Nov. 30.
Statistics Canada says annual inflation rate slowed to 3.1% in October

Statistics Canada says annual inflation rate slowed to 3.1% in October

OTTAWA — The annual inflation rate in October cooled to its slowest pace since June as the price of gasoline tumbled compared with a spike higher a year earlier, Statistics Canada said Tuesday.
New 9-8-8 crisis line launches across Canada next week

New 9-8-8 crisis line launches across Canada next week

Richmond's Chimo Community Services among more than 40 networks part of the new $156-million crisis line.
Photos: Stunning new mural celebrating diversity comes to this waterfront park in Burnaby

Photos: Stunning new mural celebrating diversity comes to this waterfront park in Burnaby

"Each face tells a story," said one city councillor.
B.C. man said he couldn't work due to Home Depot gift card dispute

B.C. man said he couldn't work due to Home Depot gift card dispute

David Peters claimed $4,300 for mental distress and being unable to fulfil a business contract.