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Report shows economic case for high immigration, but warns of housing trade-offs

Report shows economic case for high immigration, but warns of housing trade-offs

OTTAWA — At a time when skeptics are questioning Canada's plan to ramp up immigration, a new report argues the country needs to welcome a lot more newcomers to counterbalance its aging demographic.
On Our Radar: You can help piece together a new Port Moody paint-by-numbers mural

On Our Radar: You can help piece together a new Port Moody paint-by-numbers mural

Renewed waterways representing community well-being will soon be reflected on Spring Street in Port Moody.
Minter: Cool yourself off under a shade tree

Minter: Cool yourself off under a shade tree

It’s time to plant a shade tree for future hot spells, writes master gardener Brian Minter.
Letter: Port Moody needs more pools because 'spray parks just don't cut it'

Letter: Port Moody needs more pools because 'spray parks just don't cut it'

One Port Moody resident believes the outdoor pool in Rocky Point Park should stay, and that more should be constructed for kids.
Inflation a concern as the cost of Coquitlam public works projects soars

Inflation a concern as the cost of Coquitlam public works projects soars

Up to 70 public works projects on Coquitlam engineers’ plate in 2023.
Yang sculptural exhibit in Port Moody ends on July 20

Yang sculptural exhibit in Port Moody ends on July 20

Art show by Max TS. Yang is up at PoMoArts for one more week.
New B.C. bail program wrapped up in labour court action

New B.C. bail program wrapped up in labour court action

The bail program was implemented to address staffing and assignment of Crown counsel who carry out bail-related responsibilities.
Photos: Hundreds celebrate inclusion, acceptance at first-ever Coquitlam Pride

Photos: Hundreds celebrate inclusion, acceptance at first-ever Coquitlam Pride

Art, dance and storytelling sum up the long-awaited community-organized Coquitlam gathering — and plans for next year may already be in works.
Missing Coquitlam woman with dementia found: RCMP

Missing Coquitlam woman with dementia found: RCMP

Lifang Cheng is back with her family, Coquitlam Mounties confirm and are now looking to establish a timeline of her whereabouts.
B.C. wildfires on the rise amid drought, federal help on the way

B.C. wildfires on the rise amid drought, federal help on the way

The number of wildfires in British Columbia continues to rise amid persistent drought, and federal aid — including military resources — is on the way.