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Video: Travel back to school life in 1980 Burnaby through this vintage 'time capsule'

Video: Travel back to school life in 1980 Burnaby through this vintage 'time capsule'

It’s known as "Celine Dion High" in one universe. Step into history through this unearthed vintage video of a day in the life of a high school student in Burnaby in 1980.
Tons of spooky events coming to Burnaby, aiming to be Canada's top Halloween destination

Tons of spooky events coming to Burnaby, aiming to be Canada's top Halloween destination

Burnaby has announced a huge, new Halloween event with a "spectacular" fireworks show: Central Spark.
What's filming in Burnaby this month?

What's filming in Burnaby this month?

What's in production in Burnaby now? Multiple locally set police procedurals this season and more TV movies.
'Hot' hands: Burnaby-based classical musician named to this 30 under 30 list

'Hot' hands: Burnaby-based classical musician named to this 30 under 30 list

Hamilton Lau of Burnaby is known for his discipline at the keys, as well as his success at some major competitions.
Fall into a season of exciting theatre and live performances in Burnaby

Fall into a season of exciting theatre and live performances in Burnaby

The Shadbolt Centre for the Arts' fall season of performances for Burnaby theatre-goers starting Sept. 22.
Are you a ringer? New Burnaby handbell choir calls for members

Are you a ringer? New Burnaby handbell choir calls for members

You need to be able to read music, but handbell experience isn't required.
Coquitlam rock band The Matinee to drop fourth studio album

Coquitlam rock band The Matinee to drop fourth studio album

The Matinee, all graduates of Coquitlam's Centennial Secondary, is out with "Change of Scene" album on Sept. 22, 2023.
Stunning new mural finished at BCIT in Burnaby

Stunning new mural finished at BCIT in Burnaby

A painted raven and eagle symbolize the vision of BCIT at the Burnaby campus entranceway.
Port Coquitlam seeks new sculpture of hometown hero Terry Fox

Port Coquitlam seeks new sculpture of hometown hero Terry Fox

The public artwork is designed to draw current residents, as well as visitors to Port Coquitlam, to spark conversation about Terry Fox’s legacy.
Coquitlam drummer, SFU drum corps defend world title

Coquitlam drummer, SFU drum corps defend world title

Coquitlam resident Reid Maxwell led the SFU Pipe Band drum corps to gold in Scotland for a second straight year.