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U.S. troops not heading to Canadian border amid pandemic

U.S. troops not heading to Canadian border amid pandemic

There are reports that U.S. troops will not be mobilizing near the Canadian border, despite the possibility arising last week.
Burnaby residents claim no social distancing in Trans Mountain construction

Burnaby residents claim no social distancing in Trans Mountain construction

As construction plows ahead, Trans Mountain says it's following social-distancing protocols. Photos submitted to the NOW appear to show otherwise
COVID-19 delays West Vancouver budget

COVID-19 delays West Vancouver budget

District of West Vancouver council is hoping buying time will save money. Council was set pass its 2020 budget Monday night, bringing with it a 4.
Funeral homes urge online streaming of memorial services

Funeral homes urge online streaming of memorial services

Funeral homes are increasingly promoting live-streamed memorial services for families grieving a loss during the COVID-19 crisis in an effort to curb the spread of the virus.
West Van approves 35 more units for Earls site tower

West Van approves 35 more units for Earls site tower

Two years and 35 units later, West Vancouver has once again approved a tower at 303 Marine Dr. In July 2018, council voted for a 26-storey, 141-unit development.
COVID-19 case confirmed at West Vancouver's Inglewood Care Home

COVID-19 case confirmed at West Vancouver's Inglewood Care Home

Health officials have confirmed that COVID-19 had been detected at another long-term care home on the North Shore.
West Van teacher harnesses 3D printers for COVID-19 workers

West Van teacher harnesses 3D printers for COVID-19 workers

This story has been amended since first posting to include a link to B.C.'s COVID-19 Supplier Hub, for companies looking to offer support or supplies.
Citing ‘unprecedented impact’ of COVID-19, Air Canada to lay off 15,000 staff

Citing ‘unprecedented impact’ of COVID-19, Air Canada to lay off 15,000 staff

‘I understand and regret the impact this will have upon our employees and their families. I thank all of our employees, as well as union leaders, for working with us constructively to quickly implement these measures’
North Vancouver seamstress leads project to sew for health-care safety

North Vancouver seamstress leads project to sew for health-care safety

A North Shore woman who has been sewing for much of her life is calling on local crafters to join her in sewing their way to safety during the coronavirus pandemic, producing caps and gowns for health-care workers.
UPDATED: Dix announces free parking at B.C. hospitals

UPDATED: Dix announces free parking at B.C. hospitals

If you’re a health care worker, a patient or a visitor to a B.C. hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s some financial relief in sight.