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Kathy Corrigan will serve second term in city
Incumbent NDP MLA Kathy Corrigan seems to have kept her seat this election, but there was little elation when her win was announced at her party's gathering in Burnaby last night.
Waste waters muddied with misinformation: Corrigan
I am responding to the May 1 letter from Couns. Alan Nixon and Guy Heywood, Our Nasty P3: Paying for the Poop Plant. Unfortunately, they have significantly misrepresented both the history and the present reality of wastewater treatment in Metro Vancouver.
Youth awards granted
Mayor Derek Corrigan presented the Youth Citizenship Awards to 34 recipients at the May 6 council meeting.
Tight race last time, but now? Who knows?
The riding of Burnaby-Deer Lake includes one of the largest shopping centres in the country - Metropolis at Metrotown - and some of Burnaby's most picturesque green spaces, including Central Park and the riding's namesake, Deer Lake Park.
Residents want emergency system set up
After 14 years of advocating for an emergency notification system, North Burnaby residents brought the issue to the forefront at Monday night's council meeting.
Farmers' market back in time for spring
This Saturday's Burnaby farmers' market has promised to take over city hall's parking lot and fill it with delicious goods and pretty things - while also entertaining the young ones.
Candidates discuss homelessness
The Burnaby Task Force on Homelessness has surveyed Burnaby's provincial candidates to see what they would do to help local people living on the streets.
Fred Unleeshed
A BIG HEART: Peter Armstrong, owner and operator of the Rocky Mountaineer, was honoured with Variety, the Children's Charity's top award, honouring individuals and organizations who have made exceptional philanthropic contributions throughout B.C. and Canada. The tourism leader was feted by hundreds at the Hotel Vancouver. Proceeds from the $225-a-ticket shindig, expected to top $450,000, will help kids with special needs.
Businesses take the green pledge in Burnaby
The Burnaby Board of Trade is ramping up its pledge for a sustainable community initiative, which kicks off in May at a forum on the subject.
Film industry pumped $408 mil into Burnaby
The television and film industry pumped $408 million into Burnaby's economy last year, according to a new report from the city.
City needs new infrastructure
Burnaby's total infrastructure asset value sits at $3.9 billion and requires ongoing investment, according to a staff report.
Politicians withdraw support for Chevron
Two Burnaby politicians withdrew support from the Chevron refinery's attempt to secure a more steady supply of crude oil, claiming the company is now supporting Kinder Morgan's pipeline expansion plan.
Master plan for city unfolding as it should - Mayor
Environmental and social sustainability, urban development in town centres and citizen engagement were the focal points of Mayor Derek Corrigan's state of the city speech on April 17, at the Hilton-Vancouver Metrotown.
City declares day of mourning
April 28 has been proclaimed the annual day of mourning for workers killed and injured on the job in Burnaby.
TransLink making move from Burnaby to New Westminster
TransLink is moving its headquarters from Burnaby to New Westminster's Brewery District this summer, which will combine three head offices and save $2.6 million a year.
Mayor should quit complaining
Isn't it time that Mayor Derek Corrigan quit acting like a bully in his criticism of anyone who doesn't agree with his opinion?
