Vancouver council limits groups from lighting up city hall, Burrard Bridge
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Coun. Sarah Kirby-Yung: “It brings us in line with some other cities and keeps us out of international politics, which is a good thing.”
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Judge rejects City of Surrey's attempt to close Hells Angels' chapter clubhouse
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City of Surrey sought injunction to effectively shut down Hardside Chapter of Hells Angels' chapter clubhouse.
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'The NDP is "Communist"': Political sign displayed outside Chip Wilson's Vancouver home
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The sign appeared in front of the billionaire's $74-million Point Grey house.
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Man charged with murder after deadly Vancouver stranger attacks
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The suspect in an Vancouver 'unprovoked stranger attack' that left one man dead and another with his hand cut off has been charged.
on Sep 6
City of Vancouver ‘pauses’ plan for fire hall annex in Strathcona area park
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Strathcona resident: “We're hoping for the best outcome for our community, but this fight is not over.”
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ABC Vancouver councillor attempts to rescind move to suspend work of integrity commissioner
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Lenny Zhou says he heard "loud and clear" from residents not to suspend Lisa Southern's work.
on Sep 26
UBCM delegates want increase in funds for libraries
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Increase B.C. library core funding to $30 million, Victoria told at UBCM
on Sep 24
Change court failure-to-appear rules, UBCM asks
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Some B.C. courthouses handling criminal charges that didn't originate in municipality
on Sep 24
Relax building codes to keep homeless shelters open, UBCM says
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Many homeless shelters don't meet B.C. Building Code or B.C. Fire Code requirements
on Sep 20
Increase B.C. short-term rental fines to $3,000 daily, UBCM says
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Burnaby resolution goes before Union of B.C. Municipalities' delegates at Vancouver convention
on Sep 20
UBCM calls for standard housing conditions after heat dome deaths
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Port Moody Coun. Samantha Agtarap: "This resolution asks for a level playing field across the province."
on Sep 20
New finance model needed to build B.C. health care projects, local politicians say
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UBCM delegates ask Victoria to acknowledge relying on civic property taxes to build hospitals is unsustainable
on Sep 19
No end in sight for overdose crisis as reaches eighth year, UBCM hears
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Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas: 'The politicians need to get out of the way.'
on Sep 19
B.C. municipalities lay out provincial election wish list
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UBCM says B.C. cities, towns overwhelmed by cost pressures that can't be supported by property taxes
on Sep 18
Metro Vancouver transit facing 'drastic cuts,' mayors say
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Port Coquitlam Mayor Brad West didn’t rule out fare increases, saying the public understands the issue
on Sep 18
Climate change costs growing for B.C. municipalities
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B.C. municipalities expressed frustration with the federal government's slowness in responding to local communities' climate change challenges.
on Sep 17
UBCM wants parties' election policies to help fund downloaded costs
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The Union of BC Municipalities says local property taxpayers are being asked to pick up the bills for services that are the provincial government's responsibility.
on Sep 14
Developer proposes 924 rental units on Vancouver's East Hastings Street
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Westbank/Promerita's rezoning application calls for towers of 39, 38 and 19 storeys.
on Sep 13
Vancouver park commissioners hear legal opinion on abolishing elected board
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Lawyer says voters, board chair have grounds for constitutional challenge
on Sep 11
Here's what happens at Vancouver city hall if Christine Boyle wins a provincial seat
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Byelection estimated to cost up to $2 million if council seat becomes vacant
on Sep 10
Artist captures B.C.'s clear cutting, climate change in Coquitlam photo show
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Vancouver photographer Garrett Andrew Chong's new exhibit, "Eroded Origins: Liminal Illusions Amidst Climate Transformation," opens tonight, Sept. 6, at Place des Arts.
on Sep 8
Burnaby man pleads guilty to sex crimes against child he met through online 'furry' group
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A police investigation was sparked when a girl at the 2022 VancouFur convention reported a man had touched her sexually in his hotel room.
on Sep 7
Cars allowed again: Gastown pedestrian pilot project comes to an end
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You will be able to drive through Gastown once again
on Sep 4
More time to sleep: Vancouver woman celebrates $1-million lotto win
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The city's newest millionaire said the big win feels "very good."
on Sep 1
Should high-speed regional rail be built in B.C.’s South Coast region?
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B.C.-based group asks New Westminster city council to support concept of regional rail in Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and Sea to Sky corridors.
on Sep 1
Over 100 tons of dead fish collect at Greek port after climate-related mass die-off
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VOLOS, Greece (AP) — More than 100 tons of dead fish had been collected in and around the port of Volos, in central Greece, following a mass die-off linked to extreme climate fluctuations, authorities said Thursday.
on Aug 29
Family-run seafood store and fish and chips shop closing Vancouver location
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"It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closing of Finest At Sea."
on Aug 28
Legendary punk band Bad Religion cancels tour, including Vancouver concert
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"We apologize for any disappointment and disruption this may cause."
on Aug 28
What does it cost to run a Vancouver council meeting?
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Tab for full-day meeting can reach $9,300 when including security, tech services.
on Aug 26
Vancouver has shortage of 300-plus long-term care beds, 90 assisted living units
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City of Vancouver staff: "This shortage could grow to close to 1,500 long-term care beds and 350 assisted living units over the next 10 years due to demographic changes."
on Aug 26
Legendary rocker Daryl Hall leaves Vancouver stage mid-performance
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"He was not well and couldn't return"
on Aug 24
Tiny, world-touring art show taking over East Vancouver garage
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The organizer wants to spark conversation and make art more accessible
on Aug 24
Hey Vancouver, have your say on the 2025 budget
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Mayor Ken Sim has requested a property tax hike be no higher than 5.5 per cent.
on Aug 23
B.C. drone company building 'Google Streetview in the sky'
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Vancouver-based company claims to have built the largest drone imaging network on Earth.
on Aug 16
A Vancouver radio station is using AI on the air
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If you're listening to the radio late at night, that might not be a human voice introducing songs.
on Aug 14
BC Ferries still committed to restoration of 'Beachcombers' boat, Persephone
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Town of Gibsons has until end of the year to finalize details of the restoration project in order to make BC Ferries budget deadline.
on Aug 13
Vancouver Island communities prep policies, infrastructure for dry times
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Recurring drought conditions poised to limit community growth
on Aug 9
Vancouver School Board chair resigns from mayor's ABC party over integrity commissioner issue
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"Recent events questioning the officer of the Vancouver Integrity Commissioner have given me pause"
on Aug 8
Opinion: Was this what Vancouver council worried its integrity commissioner might disclose?
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Integrity Commissioner Lisa Southern releases two reports ahead of Vancouver city council's special meeting Tuesday.
on Aug 3
'High' number of rezoning applications for Vancouver's Broadway corridor
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Deputy city manager: Development opportunities enabled by Broadway Plan 'attractive even in this challenging market'
on Aug 2
New West given highest target under B.C. housing requirement
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In April, Mayor Patrick Johnstone called the city being named a priority community "BS."
on Aug 1
West Kelowna calls on province to step up to meet housing targets
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City's mayor says B.C. will need to provide funding for infrastructure, land and other initiatives
on Aug 1
Vancouver mayor calls 'special' meeting over questions related to integrity commissioner
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ABC Vancouver wants review of scope of integrity commissioner's office; investigations suspended until completion of review.
on Aug 1
Ocean Wise pulls eco-labels from southeast Alaskan salmon
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Canada's largest seafood eco-certification body now lists southeast Alaskan fisheries as unsustainable.
on Jul 31
Four years later, Vancouver homeless centre still not open
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A 60-bed 'navigation centre' announced in August 2020 is still in the planning stages.
on Jul 30
Metro Vancouver board launches North Shore sewage plant audit process
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Some Metro Vancouver directors voiced dismay over media coverage of extraordinary cost overruns and overall governance.
on Jul 27
Funding remains unclear for suicide prevention fencing on Granville Bridge
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Council commits to one-third of estimated $10-million to $20-million cost.
on Jul 27
Vancouver celebrates 80th anniversary of sister city relationship with Odesa
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B.C.'s Ukrainian leaders call on Vancouver council for use of theatre, spot to place historical statue.
on Jul 27
Mayors' Council salaries soar as B.C. politicians contemplate 'catastrophic' transit cuts
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Mayors' Council is sounding the alarm on transit service cuts and demanding more money from the provincial and federal government purses; meanwhile, their remuneration has soared 79 per cent since 2019.
on Jul 26
Days are numbered for this unique Vancouver transit shelter
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The shelter will be recycled.
on Jul 24