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Swangard Stadium is getting an upgrade — but it may not be for Burnaby's benefit

Swangard Stadium is getting an upgrade — but it may not be for Burnaby's benefit

The city will consider if the stadium should be focused on sports or community festivals – or both – with plans ranging from $25 million to $170 million.
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Burnaby performers shine at summer season of Theatre Under the Stars

Burnaby performers shine at summer season of Theatre Under the Stars

City residents are in TUTS musical adaptations of Broadway shows, Matilda and the Prom, at the Malkin Bowl in Stanley Park from July 6 to Aug. 26.
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Nine cities, nine concerts, 12 hours: this B.C. band's live show in Burnaby can help break a world record

Nine cities, nine concerts, 12 hours: this B.C. band's live show in Burnaby can help break a world record

You can be part of the world record too — just stop by the concert for a worthy cause.
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Celebrate summer with free concerts, dance and art lessons at the Brentwood Mall

Celebrate summer with free concerts, dance and art lessons at the Brentwood Mall

Summer Event Series 2023 returns to mall July 8.
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Get ready for a three-day bubble tea extravaganza at this sip-tacular summer festival in Burnaby

Get ready for a three-day bubble tea extravaganza at this sip-tacular summer festival in Burnaby

Vancouver Bubble Tea festival returns to Swangard Stadium from July 7 to 9 featuring city’s boba tea brands.
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Five things to do in Burnaby this weekend: July 7-9

Five things to do in Burnaby this weekend: July 7-9

Bubble Tea Festival? Pride BBQ? Japanese farmers market? Burnaby has a whole host of things to do this weekend.
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Burnaby homeowners decry 6-storey rental proposal as 'eyesore'

Burnaby homeowners decry 6-storey rental proposal as 'eyesore'

The City of Burnaby says the development is "much-needed affordable housing," but homeowners opposed the Metro Vancouver Housing proposal, expressing concerns the height would be "like a skyscraper."
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Burnaby wants to cut red tape for liquor, cannabis licensing

Burnaby wants to cut red tape for liquor, cannabis licensing

Burnaby is reviewing its liquor and cannabis policies, which include considering private cannabis businesses (currently not allowed in the city) and potential public desire for more places to consume liquor such as parks, spas and barbershops.
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Lougheed Highway to see temporary lane closures in Burnaby

Lougheed Highway to see temporary lane closures in Burnaby

Upgrades to Brentwood Town Centre SkyTrain station mean single-lane traffic in both directions till October and could cause some delays for motorists.
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Five things to do in Burnaby this weekend unrelated to Canada Day: July 1-2

Five things to do in Burnaby this weekend unrelated to Canada Day: July 1-2

Want something to do besides Canada Day events this weekend? Burnaby’s got you covered. Check out anything from racket-sport speedball fun to a 19+ paint night.
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