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Five things to do in Burnaby this weekend

Five things to do in Burnaby this weekend

Help save a life this weekend by donating to the Canadian Blood Services on Sunday, July 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Byrne Creek Community School. Lower Perimeter Car Club is hosting the event.
Save the date for Small Plates on the Lake

Save the date for Small Plates on the Lake

Save the date : Aug. 25, 6 to 9 p.m. What is it? Small Plates on the Lake, a special event hosted by Tourism Burnaby, featuring small dishes from some of the city’s best restaurants.
'It can save a life anywhere'

'It can save a life anywhere'

Burnaby mom reaches out for stem cell donors
Take the 20 minute activity challenge

Take the 20 minute activity challenge

All Canadians are invited to participate in the annual 20 Minute Challenge this Wednesday, July 13. The catalyst for the event is Running Room founder John Stanton, who believes everyone can be an athlete, even just for a day.
Tenancy law 101 with TRAC's Andrew Sakamoto

Tenancy law 101 with TRAC's Andrew Sakamoto

Executive director of Tenant Resource and Advisory Centre on renovictions and renters' rights
Pop-up libraries bring books to Burnaby readers

Pop-up libraries bring books to Burnaby readers

Looking to while away the summer reading a book in the park? Look no further - the books are now coming to you with a new series of pop-up events, courtesy of the local library.
RECIPE: Moroccan yam soup with cilantro

RECIPE: Moroccan yam soup with cilantro

This soup is vibrant in color and very flavorful. I love the fresh taste of the lemon and cilantro stirred in at the end of cooking just before serving. I enjoy how fast this soup takes to make, and it has many nutritional benefits.
RECIPE: Zucchini salad with orange, fennel and local goat cheese

RECIPE: Zucchini salad with orange, fennel and local goat cheese

This salad has many elements, all working in harmony. I like to serve it on a large platter in the middle of the table. I like how it looks so vibrant when served at a barbecue.
Running can help you cope with life's curveballs

Running can help you cope with life's curveballs

Many people cope with stress every day of their lives, and those who fight it with exercise are definitely on the right track; pun intended.
Endangered Burnaby turtle saved in surgery

Endangered Burnaby turtle saved in surgery

Reptile swallowed not one, but two fish hooks