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Lauren Vanderdeen

Lauren Vanderdeen

Lauren Vanderdeen is a reporter for the Burnaby Now, covering city hall and general news. A graduate of Langara College's journalism program, she loves reporting community stories — particularly involving transportation and arts.

Before journalism, Lauren studied Latin and ancient Greek in Halifax, N.S., and later spent time working in Port Moody arts organizations.

An avid TransLink rider, she's easily spotted on the Millennium Line, and can be found walking all over Metro Vancouver. Send her an email anytime.

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Recent Work by Lauren

Burnaby slashes 'sacrosanct' affordable rental requirements in new developments

Burnaby slashes 'sacrosanct' affordable rental requirements in new developments

With changing provincial legislation, city staff say they must reduce requirements for non-market housing to ensure development is 'financially viable' for developers.
Brown water in Burnaby? Here's what happened and what you should do

Brown water in Burnaby? Here's what happened and what you should do

A broken pipe has meant a 'significant increase in water velocity' in surrounding pipes has clouded water in North Burnaby.
'Wealth of experience': Burnaby appoints Miles Ritchie as new fire chief

'Wealth of experience': Burnaby appoints Miles Ritchie as new fire chief

The new fire chief has been with the Burnaby Fire Department since 1993.
Burnaby to allow child-care facilities in all residential areas, some light industrial

Burnaby to allow child-care facilities in all residential areas, some light industrial

The City of Burnaby says changes to its zoning bylaw will allow more child-care facilities to be built.
Tell Burnaby what you think of bike lanes in Edmonds

Tell Burnaby what you think of bike lanes in Edmonds

Take an online survey or attend an open house to share your thoughts on cycling in Edmonds.
Ever wanted to try para hockey? Now you can – for free – in Burnaby

Ever wanted to try para hockey? Now you can – for free – in Burnaby

The City of Burnaby is hosting a para hockey try-it session with SportAbility Thursday, Oct. 24.
Help advise Burnaby council on important issues by volunteering on committees

Help advise Burnaby council on important issues by volunteering on committees

The city wants volunteers to serve on various advisory boards.
Burnaby unveils plans for BC Parkway with dog parks, pod cafés and 'landmark' art

Burnaby unveils plans for BC Parkway with dog parks, pod cafés and 'landmark' art

Have your say and take the city’s engagement survey or attend an open house on the project.
Burnaby wants public feedback on poverty reduction strategy

Burnaby wants public feedback on poverty reduction strategy

The city received a $25,000 grant to create a poverty reduction strategy with co-leads Burnaby Neighbourhood House and Burnaby Family Life.
Volleyball BC concerned about its future at Burnaby-owned sports centre

Volleyball BC concerned about its future at Burnaby-owned sports centre

Volleyball BC says it wants to keep its lease at Burnaby's Harry Jerome Sports Centre, but it can't afford potential upgrades.
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