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'Magic, lights and holiday cheer': Burnaby's Heritage Christmas holiday event kicks off this weekend

'Magic, lights and holiday cheer': Burnaby's Heritage Christmas holiday event kicks off this weekend

Celebrate the season at Burnaby Village Museum's Heritage Christmas, with enchanting light displays and memorable family experiences.
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'Change is all around us': Switch to Burnaby’s council meeting schedule sparks debate

'Change is all around us': Switch to Burnaby’s council meeting schedule sparks debate

Some councillors said changing meeting dates from Mondays to Tuesdays would increase public engagement, while others said no one asked for the switch.
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'It's a lot of work': New Burnaby library in a mall doubles membership with nearby towers

'It's a lot of work': New Burnaby library in a mall doubles membership with nearby towers

City council approved three new library staff positions to keep up with the demand.
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Donations pour in to help families who lost homes in Burnaby apartment fire

Donations pour in to help families who lost homes in Burnaby apartment fire

GoFundMe campaigns have already raised tens of thousands of dollars for residents displaced by a fire at Cameray Gardens north of Central Park early Tuesday morning.
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Foster Family Caregiving is proving to be a blessing for youth and caregivers alike

Foster Family Caregiving is proving to be a blessing for youth and caregivers alike

Ongoing support is a key component for those considering the opportunity to welcome young people into their homes and families as foster caregivers
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All-day bus lanes coming to a stretch of Burnaby's Hastings Street despite controversy

All-day bus lanes coming to a stretch of Burnaby's Hastings Street despite controversy

City council's concerns about parking and public engagement meant a bus lane will be shorter than TransLink recommended.
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The importance of pre-planning end-of-life celebrations: Ease the burden, save on costs and honour your wishes

The importance of pre-planning end-of-life celebrations: Ease the burden, save on costs and honour your wishes

From pre-planning to celebrations of life, Richmond Funeral Home eases the journey with empathy and heartfelt support
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Map: Holiday cookies sold at Burnaby Tim Hortons to help feed kids, send them to camp

Map: Holiday cookies sold at Burnaby Tim Hortons to help feed kids, send them to camp

The white chocolate sugar cookie with a smile on top will be sold at 18 restaurants in Burnaby Nov. 18 to 24.
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Coca-Cola's iconic holiday caravan to roll through Burnaby, Coquitlam this winter

Coca-Cola's iconic holiday caravan to roll through Burnaby, Coquitlam this winter

The 2024 edition of the brightly-lit red and white semi-truck will make stops at BCIT on Nov. 27 and Town Centre Park on Dec. 19.
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Burnaby-based United Way BC named one of Canada's top 100 employers

Burnaby-based United Way BC named one of Canada's top 100 employers

It's the second time the organization has been recognized.
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