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Woman who broke foot walking into Burnaby streetlight pole loses claim against city

Woman who broke foot walking into Burnaby streetlight pole loses claim against city

Tara Scott told the Civil Resolution Tribunal she broke her foot on a streetlight pole at Lougheed Highway and Government Street because the streetlight was burned out, the pole was painted black and tree branches made it hard to see.
Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Crown seeks six-month jail term for Hastings racetrack corruption

Darren Scott Young is a scapegoat for the racetrack and BC Gaming Policy Enforcement Branch problems preceding his arrival, lawyer says.
People experiencing homelessness on the North Shore up 39% over 3 years, survey finds

People experiencing homelessness on the North Shore up 39% over 3 years, survey finds

To ease the crisis, local residents need to be supportive of afforadble housing projects in their neighbourhood, advocate says
YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

YVR passenger volumes approach pre-pandemic levels

The number of passengers at Vancouver International Airport dropped by about 90 per cent during COVID-19.
Ministry slams Surrey mayor for lack of leadership in police transition

Ministry slams Surrey mayor for lack of leadership in police transition

A leaked letter outlines examples of lack of action and statements of misinformation by Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke and city council.
Thieves target West Van homes through second-storey break-ins

Thieves target West Van homes through second-storey break-ins

Ladders and trees have been used to climb to upper windows and balconies
B.C. sets out law to restrict use of illicit drugs in many public places

B.C. sets out law to restrict use of illicit drugs in many public places

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government says it will tighten rules around the use of illicit drugs in public places following criticism that consuming fentanyl in community parks could face fewer restrictions than smoking a cigarette.
Man arrested after demonstrating at West Vancouver elementary school

Man arrested after demonstrating at West Vancouver elementary school

The man was released shortly after and no charges were laid, police say
New B.C. public drug use restrictions will endanger lives, says advocacy group

New B.C. public drug use restrictions will endanger lives, says advocacy group

New provincial law on public drug use runs contrary to goals of decriminalization in many ways, says the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users.
West Van dad voices concern over needles found in school playground

West Van dad voices concern over needles found in school playground

The needles were found near an elementary school as debate rages about the province's plan to restrict drug use in more public spaces