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No doctor, no referral, no problem at new Burnaby health centre

No doctor, no referral, no problem at new Burnaby health centre

Edmonds Urgent and Primary Care Centre designed to divert residents without a doctor away from Burnaby Hospital's emergency room for minor injuries and illnesses.
New eight-lane tube to replace George Massey Tunnel endorsed by Metro Vancouver

New eight-lane tube to replace George Massey Tunnel endorsed by Metro Vancouver

Exact costs of new tunnel unknown but will be similar to previously proposed bridge, says Ministry of Transportation. A new environmental assessment will be required.
VIDEO: Police officer hit by distracted driver while ticketing another driver

VIDEO: Police officer hit by distracted driver while ticketing another driver

Vancouver Police are reminding drivers to exercise care and keep their eyes on the road after an officer was struck while working on a campaign. Last month, a Vancouver Police Constable was struck while pulled over on the side of a road.
Multi-driver crash has some Highway 1 lanes in Burnaby closed

Multi-driver crash has some Highway 1 lanes in Burnaby closed

A multi-vehicle accident has turned the afternoon commute through Burnaby into chaos. As of 2:45 p.m., the right lane was blocked to traffic on Highway 1 eastbound, just before the Kensington exit, according to the Drive BC Twitter account.
Burnaby thieves distracted elderly women to steal from them: RCMP

Burnaby thieves distracted elderly women to steal from them: RCMP

Burnaby RCMP is warning local residents to be on the lookout for thieves who distract their victims and then snatch their valuables. Two such thefts, both targeting elderly women, were reported in Burnaby last month, according to police. On Sept.
Province commits $17m to new Surrey quantum computing institute

Province commits $17m to new Surrey quantum computing institute

Facility at Simon Fraser University Surrey campus will be part of planned "innovation corridor," premier says
Burnaby Board of Trade successfully pushes gender diversity on national stage

Burnaby Board of Trade successfully pushes gender diversity on national stage

The Burnaby Board of Trade’s motion calling for more women on corporate boards passed at the recent Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting.
Suspect arrested after phone stolen from teen with disabilities

Suspect arrested after phone stolen from teen with disabilities

An appeal to the public by Metro Vancouver Transit Police has led to the identity and arrest of a suspect who allegedly stole a mobile phone from a young man with physical disabilities. On Sept.
Recommendation for George Massey Tunnel replacement today

Recommendation for George Massey Tunnel replacement today

A regional task force today will make its recommendation for a George Massey Tunnel replacement. This summer the Mayors’ Task Force endorsed a shortlist of six options, each having benefits but challenges as well.
You can ride a 60-foot ferris wheel on a Vancouver beach this Friday

You can ride a 60-foot ferris wheel on a Vancouver beach this Friday

Care for a sky-high ride by the ocean to end the work week? Variety – The Children’s Charity will host its Variety Week Wrap Party for the first time at Vancouver’s Sunset Beach this Friday, Oct. 4 and feature a 60-foot ferris wheel.