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Burnaby's beloved Scandinavian Midsummer Festival returns for 27th year

Burnaby's beloved Scandinavian Midsummer Festival returns for 27th year

The Scandinavian Midsummer Festival will kick off summer with a weekend of Danish, Finnish, Swedish, Norwegian and Icelandic culture. Happening June 22 - 23 at 6540 Thomas Street in Burnaby, B.C.
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Burnaby to get 10 new complex-care homes for people with significant health challenges

Burnaby to get 10 new complex-care homes for people with significant health challenges

BC Housing and Fraser Health team up for complex-care housing in Burnaby.
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Watch: Pigeon rescued in Burnaby wears diapers, refuses to leave new owner's side

Watch: Pigeon rescued in Burnaby wears diapers, refuses to leave new owner's side

Pidgey, an English trumpeter pigeon found abandoned in Burnaby's Central Park last May, has his own pants so he can live inside the home of his new owner in Aldergrove.
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'Red flags': Councillor says Burnaby Housing Authority no longer needed with new B.C. legislation

'Red flags': Councillor says Burnaby Housing Authority no longer needed with new B.C. legislation

Three councillors' efforts to delay the Burnaby Housing Authority failed in a debate late last month.
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These Burnaby neighbourhoods are getting new sidewalks, construction to start this year

These Burnaby neighbourhoods are getting new sidewalks, construction to start this year

The city will host open houses for residents about the new sidewalks in June.
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Burnaby residents to get 72-hour priority registration for summer rec programs

Burnaby residents to get 72-hour priority registration for summer rec programs

Burnaby is opening its registration window starting June 2 for programs at local civic facilities, including swimming lessons.
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Burnaby launches mobile artist studio in local park amid 'loss' of Vancouver arts spaces

Burnaby launches mobile artist studio in local park amid 'loss' of Vancouver arts spaces

There's a launch party for the studio May 25 and an open call for programs, events and other arts activities.
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Here's where to find the cheapest gas in Burnaby

Here's where to find the cheapest gas in Burnaby

There's no shortage of Burnaby outlets offering less than $2 per litre ahead of the May long weekend.
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Massive Burnaby street festival Hats Off Day – with a legendary theme – comes next month

Massive Burnaby street festival Hats Off Day – with a legendary theme – comes next month

Dress up as a dragon, fairy or your favourite medieval knight or princess for Hats Off Day’s 'Once Upon A Time' themed festival.
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Evo Car Share expands Burnaby home zones to Lougheed, more of Brentwood

Evo Car Share expands Burnaby home zones to Lougheed, more of Brentwood

You can now find Evo cars in more places around the city.
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