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$40.7M in federal funding to build, repair affordable housing in Burnaby and New West

$40.7M in federal funding to build, repair affordable housing in Burnaby and New West

"Investing in low-cost housing not only helps to prevent homelessness and other unsafe living conditions but also supports economic opportunities."
New art studio with ceramics space comes to this Burnaby community centre

New art studio with ceramics space comes to this Burnaby community centre

Try out ceramics or learn new visual arts techniques at the Christine Sinclair Community Centre beginning this fall.
Metro Vancouver board launches North Shore sewage plant audit process

Metro Vancouver board launches North Shore sewage plant audit process

Some Metro Vancouver directors voiced dismay over media coverage of extraordinary cost overruns and overall governance.
Burnaby soccer star Christine Sinclair says women's team was 'never' shown or discussed drone footage

Burnaby soccer star Christine Sinclair says women's team was 'never' shown or discussed drone footage

Canadian Olympic Committee sent numerous staff from Canada's women's soccer team home from Paris Olympics, including head coach Bev Priestman, after allegedly flying a drone over New Zealand's practices.
Burnaby plans swimming classes for Grade 5 students

Burnaby plans swimming classes for Grade 5 students

The program would cost about $412,000 for all Grade 5 students to participate for one year, though some councillors suggested starting smaller.
Female-owned Burnaby eateries receive $20K thanks to Made by Women grants

Female-owned Burnaby eateries receive $20K thanks to Made by Women grants

“Each of these owners has a unique perspective and experience from growing their business, showcasing the diversity of entrepreneurship within our country.”
BC United leader promises new SkyTrain to the North Shore

BC United leader promises new SkyTrain to the North Shore

In the run up to the provincial election this fall, Kevin Falcon is assuring voters he will also build a new 10-lane bridge to replace the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing
Burnaby's Felicia Voss-Shafiq to represent Canada at third Paralympic games

Burnaby's Felicia Voss-Shafiq to represent Canada at third Paralympic games

Sitting volleyball will take place from Aug. 29 to Sept. 7 at the North Paris Arena.
Burnaby approves massive $267M community centre redevelopment with library, pools

Burnaby approves massive $267M community centre redevelopment with library, pools

Demolition on the old Cameron Recreation Complex will begin this September.
Metro Vancouver chair recommends Burnaby developer to audit overbudget sewage plant

Metro Vancouver chair recommends Burnaby developer to audit overbudget sewage plant

Some Richmond councillors voiced transparency concerns.