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Parliamentary committee to investigate B.C. forestry giant

Parliamentary committee to investigate B.C. forestry giant

Canada's Standing Committee on Natural Resources has passed a motion to investigate the ownership structure and business relations of Paper Excellence, a pulp and paper company based in Richmond, B.C.
North Vancouver hit-and-run driver gets house arrest

North Vancouver hit-and-run driver gets house arrest

The sentencing concludes a case that began with a hit-and-run in January of 2021 that left a North Van teen with a traumatic brain injury
Former Liberal cabinet minister John Rustad acclaimed leader of B.C. Conservatives

Former Liberal cabinet minister John Rustad acclaimed leader of B.C. Conservatives

VICTORIA — The newly acclaimed leader of British Columbia's Conservatives whose climate change views prompted his expulsion from the Opposition Liberals says he's building a grassroots coalition for voters who don't support the province's left-of-cen
North Shore News receives 12 nominations for Ma Murray Awards

North Shore News receives 12 nominations for Ma Murray Awards

The annual awards recognize the best community journalism in British Columbia and the Yukon
Opinion: Canadians aren't opposed to 'progressive punishment' for speeding, unpaid parking tickets

Opinion: Canadians aren't opposed to 'progressive punishment' for speeding, unpaid parking tickets

The concept, as it’s implemented for speeding in Finland, considers the income of the offending driver
Cypress Mountain renamed Bus Chilling Ski Hill

Cypress Mountain renamed Bus Chilling Ski Hill

‘It’s official,’ the ski resort said on social media this week, after a naming contest was started by a North Shore News reader 🤣
Where to find upgraded Easter treats in Metro Vancouver

Where to find upgraded Easter treats in Metro Vancouver

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'Please don't buy one': Rabbit rescue society encourages people to adopt

'Please don't buy one': Rabbit rescue society encourages people to adopt

Animal rescue shelters are stretched beyond their limits and cannot accommodate more rabbits, says the founder of Rabbitats Rescue Society.
BC Ferries fare hikes tentatively capped at 9.2% annually for next four years

BC Ferries fare hikes tentatively capped at 9.2% annually for next four years

BC Ferries passengers are assured of more fare hikes annually, which are tentatively capped at 9.2% for four years, starting in 2024; however, a B.C. government subsidy of $500 million will likely lower these fares with Transportation Minister Rob Fleming aiming for a 3% hike.
West Van mayor announces new outdoor gym at chamber chat

West Van mayor announces new outdoor gym at chamber chat

Mayor Mark Sager used the platform to tout council’s accomplishments almost six months since the election, and offer a preview into his legislative agenda for the term ahead.