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B.C. strata owner seeks $20K in noise claim, gets $1,000

B.C. strata owner seeks $20K in noise claim, gets $1,000

A strata owner attached speakers to the ceiling and played zombie music in response to noise.
Here's how much it costs to be a Canadian pet parent in 2023

Here's how much it costs to be a Canadian pet parent in 2023

According to Rover, pet-related costs have increased, due to inflation. But some pet parents are cutting personal costs to provide for their pets.
Will B.C.’s shift to clean transportation take rural communities along for the ride? ​​​​​​​

Will B.C.’s shift to clean transportation take rural communities along for the ride? ​​​​​​​

“It just seems like public transit between rural communities is getting more and more abysmal.”
Boreal forest wildfires released record levels of carbon in 2021

Boreal forest wildfires released record levels of carbon in 2021

One of the most carbon-rich environments on Earth, a recent study has found boreal forests are burning more every year, representing "a time bomb of carbon," according to one researcher.
Update: Fears grow for deer with a rope around its neck in Port Moody, Anmore

Update: Fears grow for deer with a rope around its neck in Port Moody, Anmore

"It's only a matter of time before it gets tighter," says wildlife biologist hoping to remove rope strung with antlers from around the animal's neck.
Man accused of fatally stabbing girlfriend at Burnaby mall ordered to stand trial

Man accused of fatally stabbing girlfriend at Burnaby mall ordered to stand trial

Everton Javaun Downey, 32, has been ordered to stand trial in BC Supreme Court after a two-day preliminary inquiry that wrapped up in Vancouver provincial court Tuesday. He is accused of second degree murder in the death of Melissa Blimkie in December 2021.
Budget 2023 gives boost to dental care, green economy while searching for savings

Budget 2023 gives boost to dental care, green economy while searching for savings

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's 2023 federal budget promises "transformative investments" in Canada's green economy as the country tries to maintain its place in the global clean tech revolution and realign its supply chains toward alli
On Our Radar: Networking event inviting Farsi-speaking professionals to the Tri-Cities

On Our Radar: Networking event inviting Farsi-speaking professionals to the Tri-Cities

Coquitlam Public Library's "Tek Talk" is set to help introduce and connect those that speak the language with others in the region.
Budget 2023: Projected cost of federal dental program set to more than double

Budget 2023: Projected cost of federal dental program set to more than double

OTTAWA — The new federal budget shows the government's dental-care insurance program is projected to cost more than double what the Liberals originally thought, adding another $7.3 billion over five years.
Hoarding a 'complex problem,' says Tri-Cities seniors advocate who urges awareness

Hoarding a 'complex problem,' says Tri-Cities seniors advocate who urges awareness

The online presentation March 30 will answer questions about the disorder that affects one in 20 people, many of them seniors.