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Back to School in SD43: Fewer kids are in French Immersion

Back to School in SD43: Fewer kids are in French Immersion

"It’s not a trend we would expect considering the continued popularity of French Immersion and the annual wait lists in a number of school districts," said CPF BC and Yukon president Alex Hughes.
Minter: Fall containers — a 'pop of colour' for what's to come

Minter: Fall containers — a 'pop of colour' for what's to come

Give your patio a special lift in the bleakness of winter, says master gardener Brian Minter.
Column: Labour Day — a tale of two economies

Column: Labour Day — a tale of two economies

It is, truthfully, the best of times and the worst of times, "but workers know differently," claims the New Westminster and Vancouver district labour councils.
Opinion: Harm reduction should include abstinence

Opinion: Harm reduction should include abstinence

The hopelessness of not knowing that this kind of help is still available is heartbreaking, says Miranda Vecchio.
Back to School in SD43: It's Principal Woods at Heritage Woods

Back to School in SD43: It's Principal Woods at Heritage Woods

"For me, always, without reservation, at the centre of every decision are the kids. It’s important to create lasting relationships," said Cheryl Woods.
Wildlife Rescue records surge in bat encounters

Wildlife Rescue records surge in bat encounters

Here's what to do when you see a bat and when to act.
BBB: Be safe when sharing back to school photos of your kids

BBB: Be safe when sharing back to school photos of your kids

Avoid personal details and leave out info on your child's school if you plan to post a "first day" photo to social media, the Better Business Bureau suggests.
Back to School in SD43: Centennial principal is a proud Centaur

Back to School in SD43: Centennial principal is a proud Centaur

Manjit Rai took over as principal of Coquitlam's Centennial Secondary in April 2024 after Anthony Ciolfitto was appointed a SD43 assistant superintendent.
Headlines from the past: When Port Moody's new library connected to the internet

Headlines from the past: When Port Moody's new library connected to the internet

Port Moody's new 16,000 sq. ft. library was nearing completion in 1995.
Coquitlam soccer player to compete at U-20 World Cup. Then, she's off to college

Coquitlam soccer player to compete at U-20 World Cup. Then, she's off to college

Jeneva Hernandez-Gray was named to Canada's under-20 roster for the women's world cup in Colombia and will take to the pitch this weekend.