Free ashes-scattering ceremony in North Van for those who haven’t memorialised their loved ones
October 8, 2019North Shore
A North Vancouver funeral home will host a free scattering ceremony in November. Dignity Memorial will host a free scattering
A new dedicated left-turn lane at Queens Avenue and 15th Street
October 8, 2019North Shore
District of West Vancouver is planning to install a new northbound, dedicated left-turn lane separate from the through lane at
Health Canada warns these children’s rain suits pose strangulation hazard
October 8, 2019BC/Canada
Health Canada has warned that Wetskins and Freshwater children’s rain suits pose strangulation hazard. It says drawstrings in the hood
Conservation Service warns against aggressive owl on Whistler trail
October 8, 2019BC/Canada
Watch out for an aggressive owl if you are biking on ‘Don’t Look Back’ trail in Whistler. The owl can attack you and leave
West Van police charge French citizen in fatal crash on Highway 99
October 8, 2019North Shore
47-year-old Alban Queyras of Villefranche, France, has been charged with “Drive a motor vehicle without due care and attention,” of the Motor Vehicle Act.
10 climate change protesters arrested after blocking Burrard Bridge
October 8, 2019BC/Canada
Vancouver Police arrested 10 climate protesters after they refused to leave the Burrard Bridge despite police requests and warnings. Police
BC plans to amend legislation to encourage use of e-scooters
October 7, 2019BC/Canada
The proposed amendments will also ensure the definition of road users includes emerging active transportation modes, the government said.
Classes at the new CapU Lonsdale campus begin this November
October 7, 2019North Shore
Starting November 1, all of Capilano University’s Continuing Studies and Executive Education will be based out of CapU Lonsdale, said Linda Munro, senior communications officer for CapU.
North Van music teacher charged with child porn, sexual assault offences
October 7, 2019North Shore
RCMP has charged a North Vancouver music teacher for possessing child pornography and for sexual assault offences involving minors. The
Half of Canadians back current immigration targets
October 7, 2019BC/Canada
As all the federal party leaders gather tonight for the first time at a debate in this forty-third election campaign,
BC Ferries adds 93 extra sailings for Thanksgiving long weekend
October 7, 2019BC/Canada
BC Ferries is adding 93 extra sailings for the upcoming Thanksgiving long weekend to ensure smooth sailing for customers travelling
Metro Vancouver is repairing Cleveland Dam
October 7, 2019North Shore
Metro Vancouver is repairing the Cleveland Dam spillway and training walls as part of a maintenance programme to ensure the
Edgemont resident wants bylaw to check light pollution by neighbours
October 7, 2019North Shore
An Edgemont resident wants District of North Vancouver to create a new light abatement bylaw that would stop people from installing bright exterior lights on their homes.
Syphilis is on the rise in BC
October 7, 2019BC/Canada
The rate of sphyliis in BC is on the rise and health authorities are reminding British Columbians to get tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), especially those with new sexual partners, or people who are pregnant.
Mining company fined $50,000 for violating effluent regulations
October 6, 2019BC/Canada
On October 2, 2019, TMAC Resources Inc. was ordered to pay $50,000, in the Nunavut Court of Justice after pleading guilty to one offence under the Fisheries Act, in violation of the Metal Mining Effluent Regulations.
FortisBC plans to upgrade 100-year-old gas meter technology
October 6, 2019BC/Canada
The new meters, Fortis BC says, will explore ways to improve the reliability of its system and add new customer benefits.
DNV plans to give vacant district-owned homes to non-profit housing providers
October 6, 2019North Shore
District of North Vancouver council will vote this Monday on a new policy to give vacant district-owned homes to non-profit housing providers to create more affordable rentals in the community.
Investor alert: Beware of these wallet apps
October 5, 2019BC/Canada
The British Columbia Securities Commission (BCSC) is alerting investors about “smart wallet” apps that purportedly store a person’s crypto-assets and
Transit strike possible as TransLink-Union talks fail
October 5, 2019BC/Canada
Possibility of a strike by TransLink operators and Seabus workers looms over the transit system as negotiations broke off between
‘West Van council is deferring too much to staff’
October 5, 2019North Shore
Over the last year I have become increasingly concerned about the failure of public process in decisions affecting this community.
How to help overweight pets slim down
October 5, 2019Body/Mind/Soul
It’s no secret that pets love treats and many are happy to lounge around at home. A chonky cat or
Avalanche Canada to host info sessions in North Vancouver
October 4, 2019North Shore
Two sessions on avalanche safety are being held in North Vancouver by Avalanche Canada and Federation of Mountain Clubs of BC.
SPCA announces winners of its annual photography contest
October 4, 2019BC/Canada
From black bear families to a praying racoon, BC SPCA has announced the winners of the 11th annual Wildlife-In-Focus photography contest.
Developer pitches new housing model for North Vancouver buyers
October 4, 2019North Shore
Anthem is pitching a Rent to Own program as part of its rezoning application for a mixed-use development for 341 mixed-use development.
Overnight closures on Pattullo Bridge begin on October 15
October 4, 2019BC/Canada
The closures are to support bridge user safety through the continued installation of an early seismic activity and wind warning system.


























