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Opinion: This tenant betrayed her landlord after months of free rent

Opinion: This tenant betrayed her landlord after months of free rent

Burnaby landlords have been upset with my recent spate of columns about the bad behaviour of some of them during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fair enough.
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Small biz rent help needs to be expanded, says Burnaby lawyer

Small biz rent help needs to be expanded, says Burnaby lawyer

Currently, the rent assistance is only available to businesses whose landlords have a mortgage
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Opinion: Despicable people dumped all over Burnaby salmon habitat

Opinion: Despicable people dumped all over Burnaby salmon habitat

Imagine you have decided to go out and enjoy some nature in Burnaby. One of the best spots is along Byrne Creek in South Burnaby. There are trails, old trees and, of course, a tranquil creek to enjoy in an attempt to forget about COVID-19.
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Burnaby hospitality workers get a boost from relief fund

Burnaby hospitality workers get a boost from relief fund

Hospitality industry workers in Burnaby whose jobs were affected by COVID-19 now have a place to turn.
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Many Canada Post workers are ‘fearful’ about COVID-19, says Richmond letter carrier

Many Canada Post workers are ‘fearful’ about COVID-19, says Richmond letter carrier

She hadn’t realized she was clenching her jaw all day – due to COVID-19-related stress – until she recently cracked a tooth.
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Restaurants worried about ability to re-open as COVID-19 restrictions ease

Restaurants worried about ability to re-open as COVID-19 restrictions ease

Restaurants Canada is calling on more government support for foodservice establishments as COVID-19 continues to serve restaurants serious financial challenges.
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Funding cut threatens unique Burnaby preschool for deaf children

Funding cut threatens unique Burnaby preschool for deaf children

Parents are scrambling to save a unique Burnaby preschool for deaf and hard-of-hearing children.
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Burnaby helps you wage lawn war with this offer

Burnaby helps you wage lawn war with this offer

Is your lawn a mess because of European chafer beetles? To help manage this pesky problem, the City of Burnaby is offering nematodes at a reduced rate for Burnaby residents.
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Here's a complete list of all open Burnaby businesses

Here's a complete list of all open Burnaby businesses

What’s open in Burnaby these days? That’s a big question. Even bigger is what will be open in Burnaby in the coming weeks. B.C.
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Observe World Password Day with these tips

Observe World Password Day with these tips

Electronic security is equally as important as washing our hands during COVID-19. While many online scams have appeared lately, having a strong password to protect personal information is a must.
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