In the Community

Burnaby may be a long way from the island nation of Fiji, but local residents can get a taste of the culture this weekend. The annual Fiji Festival is on Saturday, July 23, at Swangard Stadium, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

What started as a school assignment has turned into a sporting drive to help families in need. Five Simon Fraser University students in a project management class at came up with the idea to hold a sporting drive.

In recent weeks, I've written of the common communication problems encountered by couples. When conflicts arise, we can find fault in one another or believe something is wrong in the relationship itself.

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What are the virtues and challenges of increased density on the Metrotown area? That's the subject of debate at an upcoming Philosophers' Café on July 20. The free event is from 7 to 8:45 p.m.

The UniverCity Community Pass, the region's only community transit pass program, has been cancelled.

Now that the kids are out of school for the summer, here are some great "no cook" recipes that kids of any age can prepare to help out with family meals.

Sunrise apples usually available starting in early August each year