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Burnaby teachers want ethical investments

The Burnaby Teachers' Association doesn't want teachers' pension funds invested in a well-known weapons manufacturer and a company they say is making private profits off a public education system.

Rally against Kinder Morgan set for Burnaby

An ad hoc of group of East Vancouver residents is planning a march against Kinder Morgan's pipeline expansion plan this weekend.

City staff say no to shark fin ban

Report states regulation is a federal responsibility
Extensive damage to three properties along Canada Way

Extensive damage to three properties along Canada Way

Trees and fences appear to have been mowed down by a vehicle at three properties along Canada Way, according to Burnaby resident Pat Scott. "It's very awful looking," she said. "It looks like something rammed through these two-and-a-half properties.

Burnaby apartment fire leaves more than 100 homeless

More than 100 people are homeless after a three-alarm fire destroyed a four-storey apartment complex at 3526 Smith Ave. early Sunday morning.

Burnaby hang-glider pilot faces new criminal charge

A charge of criminal negligence causing death has been laid against a hang-glider pilot in connection with an incident in which a 27-year-old woman plunged 300 metres to the ground last year.

Want to bird-sit a pelican?

Western Canada's largest wildlife rescue facility is struggling to handle heavy caseloads and hoping Burnaby residents will volunteer to help injured and orphaned animals. The Wildlife Rescue Association of B.C.

How do families balance work-life demands?

Business groups take a closer look at what families need

Burnaby school district mulls two-week spring break

The Burnaby school district is considering moving to a two-week spring break, and members of the public are invited to voice their opinions on the matter. The district is hosting a public consultation session on Thursday, Feb. 21, at 7 p.m.

Bonney heads to new position

Canadian Homebuilders' Association will welcome Brian Bonney this month