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Burnaby's biggest Christmas display returns with mandatory masks

Burnaby's biggest Christmas display returns with mandatory masks

COVID-19 can’t kill the Christmas spirit. At least not in Burnaby, where a Christmas tradition is set to continue with new protocols.
Actor on Vancouver-filmed TV show hospitalized with COVID-19

Actor on Vancouver-filmed TV show hospitalized with COVID-19

The Good Doctor actor, and his co-star and wife, tested positive for the coronavirus over a week ago.
Trump flag-waver in Richmond attracts police attention

Trump flag-waver in Richmond attracts police attention

A lone figure waving a giant “Trump 2020” on Sea Island on Sunday attracted the attention of passing motorists and, ultimately, the RCMP.
Tech talent flooding to Metro Vancouver as 28K workers added over five years

Tech talent flooding to Metro Vancouver as 28K workers added over five years

Metro Vancouver’s picturesque appeal hasn’t been lost on those who spend much of their working days hunkered down in (home) offices.
Burnaby residents get power knocked out as wind topples trees

Burnaby residents get power knocked out as wind topples trees

Strong winds hit Vancouver Island and the South Coast on Tuesday, leaving more than 53,000 BC Hydro customers without power.
This car dealership now has its own restaurant inside

This car dealership now has its own restaurant inside

I've clocked my fair share of hours at the car dealership, either waiting for my vehicle to be serviced or doing the paperwork for the purchase itself.
SFU expert’s No Child Alone social network connects children during pandemic

SFU expert’s No Child Alone social network connects children during pandemic

An SFU professor is addressing the negative impacts of COVID-19 on children’s mental well-being with her latest research project—an online social network for children called No Child Alone.
Scammers using Christmas 'must-have' toys to con consumers

Scammers using Christmas 'must-have' toys to con consumers

Scammers are quickly cashing in on the latest toy trends in the run up to Christmas, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB). Every year, consumers go shopping for the “must-have” toys on most children's wish lists.
(Update) Burnaby Hospital ER reopens to walk-ins after fire

(Update) Burnaby Hospital ER reopens to walk-ins after fire

Burnaby Hospital’s emergency department has reopened to walk-in patients after a fire Sunday night prompted a temporary closure.
Dr. Bonnie Henry on why masks are not universally mandated in B.C.

Dr. Bonnie Henry on why masks are not universally mandated in B.C.

British Columbians have been nimble in adapting their individual actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our communities over the last ten months, and it has had a big impact.