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B.C. building code changes allow for higher mass timber buildings

B.C. building code changes allow for higher mass timber buildings

New mass timber buildings in B.C. can now reach up to 18 storeys for residential and office towers
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B.C. HVAC company suspended from door-to-door sales

B.C. HVAC company suspended from door-to-door sales

Door-to-door sales must disclose final prices, including interest, says Consumer Protection BC
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North Vancouver company wins $380K in national space food contest

North Vancouver company wins $380K in national space food contest

In outer space and remote communities on earth, the system is designed to provide both nurtrition and a taste of home
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Kirk LaPointe: Three key details about North Shore sewage plant mess

Kirk LaPointe: Three key details about North Shore sewage plant mess

Some taxpayers on higher-priced properties will likely receive hefty utility bills for decades to pay for the project, while other households might be more fortunate
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B.C. man acquitted of manslaughter in house party fight

B.C. man acquitted of manslaughter in house party fight

Andrew Steve Alphonse was acquitted in the 2020 death of Richard Henry, 53, after the latter repeatedly tried to start a fight at a house party in Duncan, B.C.
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Apprenticeship programs target women, newcomers in B.C. construction

Apprenticeship programs target women, newcomers in B.C. construction

Funding, diversity and modernization can help address trades shortages, experts say.
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ICYMI: A glimpse inside Squamish's latest affordable housing residence

ICYMI: A glimpse inside Squamish's latest affordable housing residence

Female-led Indigenous construction firm partners with Squamish Nation for innovative modular projects.
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Bus passenger carrying fake gun arrested on West Van transit bus

Bus passenger carrying fake gun arrested on West Van transit bus

No connection with suspect arrested with fake gun in North Van, police say
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Rob Shaw: Surrey policing dispute heats up again as mayor spurns $250M offer

Rob Shaw: Surrey policing dispute heats up again as mayor spurns $250M offer

Mayor Brenda Locke prepares to play election-time game of chicken with BC NDP
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Editorial: Silly season is upon us

Editorial: Silly season is upon us

We’re about six months away from the next provincial election.
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