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Humpback whale spotted in Vancouver waters

Humpback whale spotted in Vancouver waters

Port of Vancouver Harbour Crew spotted a humpback whale in Vancouver's harbour early Friday morning. On Friday, May 22, Port of Vancouver tweeted an image of the whale's tail sticking out of Vancouver waters.
He stomped out 10 illegal Burnaby Airbnbs. The pain didn’t stop

He stomped out 10 illegal Burnaby Airbnbs. The pain didn’t stop

Some people don’t understand why others have an issue with Airbnb in Burnaby. I recently detailed the company’s many negative impacts on communities in this blog post here , but if you don’t live next door to Airbnb units, you won’t truly understand.
Therapy dogs to help Burnaby kids who struggle with reading

Therapy dogs to help Burnaby kids who struggle with reading

Burnaby kids may soon get a chance to read to therapy dogs to boost their skills and confidence, as a pet therapy group kicks off a year-long pilot program this summer.
Assistance dog trainers host drive-thru puppy pick up in Burnaby

Assistance dog trainers host drive-thru puppy pick up in Burnaby

A half-dozen would-be assistance dogs were distributed at a drive-thru puppy pick up in Burnaby Friday.
Burnaby urged to 'quickly' approve new patios to 'save' businesses

Burnaby urged to 'quickly' approve new patios to 'save' businesses

The Burnaby Business Recovery Task Force is encouraging the City of Burnaby to continue its work on permitting and licensing changes to allow restaurants to quickly set up patios throughout the city.
Best buddies share lottery prize, but not a hug - right now

Best buddies share lottery prize, but not a hug - right now

Alan Barker and Langley’s Kathleen Cook are best friends who haven’t seen each other for months, but are hoping for a dream reunion soon to celebrate their $2-million win from the BC/49 draw on March 4, 2020 .
This Burnaby store is donating sales to the food bank

This Burnaby store is donating sales to the food bank

This season is always a challenging one for local food banks but they’re currently bracing for an unprecedented demand. That’s why JAK’s Beer Wine & Spirits in Burnaby is giving back now to food banks across B.C.
Die-hard Burnaby shoppers buy into this mall’s revival

Die-hard Burnaby shoppers buy into this mall’s revival

Cory doesn’t want his photo taken. He doesn’t want his last name used either. But he’ll talk about why he returned to his favourite Burnaby mall – the Amazing Brentwood – as it slowly reopens this week from a slumber forced by COVID-19.
Rules loosened for Burnaby outlets to expand licensed patios

Rules loosened for Burnaby outlets to expand licensed patios

With people promoting patio expansions as a way to help Burnaby eateries survive the COVID-19 pandemic, the provincial government has loosened up regulations. The Province of B.C.
Burnaby Costcos now require customers wear face masks

Burnaby Costcos now require customers wear face masks

The two Costco stores in Burnaby have become the latest businesses to require face masks upon entering their story.