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Nearly $17K raised by Burnaby's mayor thus far in Greater Vancouver Food Bank challenge

The friendly competition runs until May 31.

May 20, 2022 2:29 PM Read more >

Canada's hiring prospects among highest in the world, says new survey

The positive hiring prospects come as inflation hit 6.8% this week.

May 20, 2022 2:16 PM Read more >

Children's COVID-19 second dose vaccination rate in Burnaby sees slight improvement

Data shows a one per cent increase last week.

May 20, 2022 1:09 PM Read more >

Burnaby hockey product Chloe Primerano becomes first-ever female skater chosen in a CHL prospects draft

The North Vancouver teen selected in the 13th round, 267th overall by Vancouver Giants in the 2022 draft.

May 20, 2022 11:10 AM Read more >

More than 250,000 packets of cigarettes recalled in Canada — due to fire hazard

Yes, apparently they burn their full length too much and may start a fire on textiles, etc. if dropped. Who knew...

May 20, 2022 8:30 AM Read more >

Soaring gas and rental costs lead B.C. inflation figures in April

The cost of food is also hammering consumers.

May 19, 2022 5:00 PM Read more >

B.C. COVID-19 hospitalizations fall amid period of 'relative ease'

Health experts still warn of possible summer and fall COVID-19 waves.

May 19, 2022 2:33 PM Read more >

Burnaby COVID-19 cases dropped during latest reporting period, government says

Data recorded from May 8 to 14, 2022.

May 19, 2022 2:07 PM Read more >

Watchdog not investigating Burnaby police crash that sent two to hospital

Burnaby RCMP will investigate the crash involving a police SUV that collided with a car and then hit a building Wednesday.

May 19, 2022 1:57 PM Read more >

Province grants $123K in COVID-19 recovery funding to Burnaby Public Library

Chief librarian is considering using the funds for e-books, enhancing library space and supporting staff mental health.

May 19, 2022 1:31 PM Read more >