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West Vancouver tweaks cannabis policy

West Vancouver tweaks cannabis policy

The rule change would allow for one more new store and cut the cost of doing business for pot shops
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Sea to Sky Corridor votes: Candidates speak on future fossil fuel projects and regional transit

Sea to Sky Corridor votes: Candidates speak on future fossil fuel projects and regional transit

West Van-Sea to Sky candidates respond to questions from The Squamish Chief asking how they will address future fossil fuel projects, and make regional transport a reality in Squamish.
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Seaspan says government needs to financially support shipbuilding or ferries will not be built in B.C.

Seaspan says government needs to financially support shipbuilding or ferries will not be built in B.C.

The company notes that other provinces, such as Quebec, support their shipyards by requiring vessels to be built domestically and providing tax credits, forgivable loans and grants
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'Shocking' report claims pending transit cuts will cost $1,000/household: Mayors' Council

'Shocking' report claims pending transit cuts will cost $1,000/household: Mayors' Council

TransLink says it is facing a $600-million fiscal cliff in 2026 and without sustainable funding it will cut services that will cost each household, on average, $1,000 annually.
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Photos: Fundraising campaign kicks off for North Shore Family Respite Centre

Photos: Fundraising campaign kicks off for North Shore Family Respite Centre

The North Shore Family Respite Centre, currently under construction in Lower Lonsdale, is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2025
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Sea to Sky Corridor votes: Addressing climate change resilience

Sea to Sky Corridor votes: Addressing climate change resilience

West Van-Sea to Sky candidates centre Indigenous knowledge and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Nation partnership in climate plans.
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'It's crazy': B.C. whale protection unit sees spike in whale strikes, drone violations

'It's crazy': B.C. whale protection unit sees spike in whale strikes, drone violations

The eight-person team is dealing with an influx of drone violations and vessel strikes when it comes to whales.
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North Vancouver councillor sounds alarm on traffic change near Ironworkers Bridge

North Vancouver councillor sounds alarm on traffic change near Ironworkers Bridge

The current local-traffic lane will be shared with onramp drivers bound for the highway, according to plans from the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
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North Vancouver acupuncturist disciplined for calling himself a doctor

North Vancouver acupuncturist disciplined for calling himself a doctor

'This conduct had the potential to confuse and mislead the public by undermining its ability to distinguish between qualified and unqualified practitioners,' the College of Complementary Health Professionals ruled
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NDP unveils plan to subsidize 25,000 new homes across B.C.

NDP unveils plan to subsidize 25,000 new homes across B.C.

Initiative would see taxpayers invest in 40 per cent home equity stakes for up to 25,000 homes for first-time homeowners.
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