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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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