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Profiles of Excellence: From the depths of a pandemic comes unprecedented fundraising success for Burnaby Hospital

Profiles of Excellence: From the depths of a pandemic comes unprecedented fundraising success for Burnaby Hospital

Burnaby Hospital Foundation thanks donors and looks ahead to the next steps in a once-in-a-generation project
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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.
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'Deepening local roots' the theme of Burnaby food conference

'Deepening local roots' the theme of Burnaby food conference

SFU is set to host more than 250 nutrition, medical and culinary experts next month to share insights on why eating plant-based foods should be encouraged.
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Tour of this century-old Burnaby cemetery to conclude 'end-of-life' series

Tour of this century-old Burnaby cemetery to conclude 'end-of-life' series

The Pacific Heritage Cemetery, once belonged to the Freemasons, will be the backdrop for the last of three death-themed community events.
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Burnaby woman's beauty pageant dream a reality with 'Ms. of Vancouver' title

Burnaby woman's beauty pageant dream a reality with 'Ms. of Vancouver' title

Wendy Leung, at 38, has found an avenue to achieve a life-long goal as the Burnaby resident will convey her message of health and wellness to the country next summer.
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Burnaby Neighbourhood House launches campaign to support local food hubs

Burnaby Neighbourhood House launches campaign to support local food hubs

Burnaby residents can donate non-perishable food items and cash throughout October to help put more than 26,500 meals on local tables.
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Photos: New West, Burnaby reflects the past for Truth and Reconciliation Day

Photos: New West, Burnaby reflects the past for Truth and Reconciliation Day

First Nations dancers and drummers performed in front of hundreds at Westminster Pier Park for the teaching pow wow.
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Burnaby, Coquitlam duo create community for immigrant women to navigate professional spaces

Burnaby, Coquitlam duo create community for immigrant women to navigate professional spaces

Prachi Jatania and Tina Balachandran co-founded Immigrant Women Initiative (IWI) to help immigrant women with their career journey in Canada.
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Map: Burnaby Tim Hortons baking these special donuts this weekend for Orange Shirt Day

Map: Burnaby Tim Hortons baking these special donuts this weekend for Orange Shirt Day

All proceeds are set to benefit Indigenous organizations from the third annual campaign in Burnaby for National Truth and Reconciliation Day.
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Burnaby civic facilities that'll be closed — and open — this weekend

Burnaby civic facilities that'll be closed — and open — this weekend

National Truth and Reconciliation Day falls on a Saturday this year, meaning Burnaby has altered schedules for Sept. 30, as well as Oct. 1 and 2.
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