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Rate of B.C. seniors deferring property taxes skyrockets

Rate of B.C. seniors deferring property taxes skyrockets

The cost of housing is hitting seniors hard as the rate of those using property tax deferral has skyrocketed, while the reliance on rent subsidies for seniors is growing too fast. That’s according to a new report by B.C.
Cutting alcohol for ‘dry January?’ Beware of binging in February

Cutting alcohol for ‘dry January?’ Beware of binging in February

With endless parties and family functions, December’s holiday season may feel like a month of non-stop indulgence. That’s why some follow it with “dry January,” a month of sobriety to compensate for a month of excess.
Two Burnaby sweet shops have mind-blowing creations in the Hot Chocolate Festival

Two Burnaby sweet shops have mind-blowing creations in the Hot Chocolate Festival

The wait is over: Vancouver’s Hot Chocolate Festival has revealed their lineup of participating restaurants and cafes for 2019.
Human-induced climate change fanning wildfires, study reports

Human-induced climate change fanning wildfires, study reports

Humans played a substantial role in making B.C. wildfires in 2017 bigger and more likely, says a new study by UVic and the federal government.
10,000 tulips to bloom at Metropolis at Metrotown, then be sold

10,000 tulips to bloom at Metropolis at Metrotown, then be sold

If you missed last summer’s Chilliwack Tulip Festival, you don’t have to wait until this coming summer to check out all the colourful flowers. The festival is bringing that beauty to Metropolis at Metrotown for the I Heart Tulips event on Jan. 26.
Burnaby sees drop in illicit drug overdose deaths

Burnaby sees drop in illicit drug overdose deaths

A drop in the number of illicit drug overdose deaths in Burnaby in 2019 is good news, but more work is needed to end the opioid health care crisis in B.C., says a Fraser Health medical health officer.
Trans Mountain advancing pipeline expansion without permission: City of Burnaby

Trans Mountain advancing pipeline expansion without permission: City of Burnaby

Company says all ongoing work is approved, but Mayor Mike Hurley isn't convinced
Here’s how you can have your say on edible weed, extracts and topicals before legalization

Here’s how you can have your say on edible weed, extracts and topicals before legalization

Proposed federal framework includes hard caps on THC levels, restrictions on labelling and ensuring all packaging is kid proof
Daring off-duty rescue emotional for Burnaby firefighter

Daring off-duty rescue emotional for Burnaby firefighter

As first-responders, Burnaby fire Capt. Cathy Van-Martin and her wife Krista Harris, a 16-year Abbotsford firefighter, have seen some things. By now, they’re used to jumping into their turnout gear and rushing to the scene of a fire or car accident.
Liberal Karen Wang: Burnaby South needs a local in Parliament

Liberal Karen Wang: Burnaby South needs a local in Parliament

Candidate touts her community connections in contrast with NDP leader Jagmeet Singh ahead of byelection