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Catalytic converter theft cancels vital outings for Burnaby seniors

Catalytic converter theft cancels vital outings for Burnaby seniors

A scenic drive to Pitt Lake and a shopping trip to Walmart were cancelled this week for residents at the Swedish Canadian Assisted Living Residence because thieves stole their bus's catalytic converter.
'Mind-boggling': Report finds Metro Vancouver needs 100K more public EV charging stations

'Mind-boggling': Report finds Metro Vancouver needs 100K more public EV charging stations

Soaring electric vehicle adoption rates in Metro Vancouver will require up to $2.9 billion in charging stations by 2050. A new report says the B.C. and federal governments are falling short.
Burnaby, New West Tim Hortons raise $6K for residential school survivors

Burnaby, New West Tim Hortons raise $6K for residential school survivors

Burnaby's and New West's combined proceeds were from Orange Sprinkle Donut sales over the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation long weekend.
B.C. expanding areas where open drug use is banned

B.C. expanding areas where open drug use is banned

No use of street drugs will be allowed within six metres of building entrances and bus stops, as well as anywhere where children congregate
How ramping up drug testing could save lives

How ramping up drug testing could save lives

"Drug users need to be able to drop in somewhere to test their drugs any time, not have to plan for a week in advance," says Dana Larsen.
Woman who broke foot walking into Burnaby streetlight pole loses claim against city

Woman who broke foot walking into Burnaby streetlight pole loses claim against city

Tara Scott told the Civil Resolution Tribunal she broke her foot on a streetlight pole at Lougheed Highway and Government Street because the streetlight was burned out, the pole was painted black and tree branches made it hard to see.
Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Darren Scott Young is a scapegoat for the racetrack and BC Gaming Policy Enforcement Branch problems preceding his arrival, lawyer says.
Why Burnaby cyclists can get their bike fixed for free at these 'celebration stations'

Why Burnaby cyclists can get their bike fixed for free at these 'celebration stations'

An expanded two-week initiative by HUB Cycling includes stops at SFU and the Central Valley Greenway in Burnaby.
IIO investigating Burnaby 'motor vehicle incident' that led to 'serious injury'

IIO investigating Burnaby 'motor vehicle incident' that led to 'serious injury'

BC's police watchdog wouldn't say why it is announcing the probe one-and-a-half months after the Edmonds-area incident.
YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

The number of passengers at Vancouver International Airport dropped by about 90 per cent during COVID-19.