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Column: Having a public pension shouldn't mean causing harm

Column: Having a public pension shouldn't mean causing harm

B.C.'s current legislative framework for public pensions stands in the way of making meaningful change, these union workers claim.
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Opinion: LRT remains the best option for North Shore rapid transit

Opinion: LRT remains the best option for North Shore rapid transit

We should be building an LRT line from Ambleside to Metrotown now instead of entertaining other options, writes SFU planning and transportation researcher Stephan Nieweler.
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B.C. Votes 2024: How would candidates help solve Burnaby's school overcrowding problem?

B.C. Votes 2024: How would candidates help solve Burnaby's school overcrowding problem?

Get to know your riding's candidates for the 2024 provincial election. Voting day is scheduled for Oct. 19.
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'Targeted' home invasion on Burnaby-Vancouver border sends one to hospital

'Targeted' home invasion on Burnaby-Vancouver border sends one to hospital

Police were called to the area of Boundary Road and Burke Street at 2:45 a.m. on Sunday morning for reports someone had been assaulted inside a home.
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Letter: People are important to Burnaby's economy. So, build more homes

Letter: People are important to Burnaby's economy. So, build more homes

This letter writer says change "can be scary," but believes fighting B.C.'s regulations to build more homes near transit stations is not the answer.
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Column: Thanksgiving — the good news about gratitude

Column: Thanksgiving — the good news about gratitude

How will you take positive action this Thanksgiving, asks Davidicus Wong, M.D.
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Minter: Creating a fall colour display in our gardens

Minter: Creating a fall colour display in our gardens

Master gardener Brian Minter: "Take a good look around your garden, and imagine the many values some new plants could add."
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B.C. Votes 2024: What do Burnaby candidates think the biggest public safety concern is?

B.C. Votes 2024: What do Burnaby candidates think the biggest public safety concern is?

Get to know your riding's candidates for the 2024 provincial election. Voting day is scheduled for Oct. 19.
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Column: Safe and sound — a pharmacist's prescription for toddler health

Column: Safe and sound — a pharmacist's prescription for toddler health

It's not always easy for busy parents to juggle work and home when little ones get sick, says this Metro Vancouver pharmacist.
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BBB: Top scams B.C. small business owners need to avoid

BBB: Top scams B.C. small business owners need to avoid

Research the contact, inspect invoices and create a list of trusted emails are some tips for small businesses to avoid possible scams.
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