Burnaby expands wildfire detection and preparedness measures
The city’s 45 sensors and six smoke-detection cameras have flagged 55 potential incidents since May, while officials urge residents to prepare and report fires early.
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Burnaby’s Car Free Day set for Edmonds on Aug. 30
Burnaby will hold a free Car Free Day festival in Edmonds on Aug. 30, with road closures, parking restrictions and detours for two Route 106 bus services.
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Burnaby sets long-term course for a larger, more resilient urban forest
Mayor Mike Hurley says Burnaby aims to increase tree-canopy cover from 32 per cent to 40 per cent by 2075 while addressing development and climate pressures.
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Police warn of fake QR codes on New Westminster parking meters
New Westminster police say fraudulent “scan to pay” stickers on parking meters have led to unauthorized withdrawals, including a reported $2,000 loss.
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Pedestrian dies after North Burnaby collision
A 68-year-old Burnaby woman died after a collision near Pender Street and MacDonald Avenue Monday evening. Burnaby RCMP are investigating and seeking witnesses or video.
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$500,000 gift launches Burnaby Green Legacy Challenge
Burnaby resident Ken Shinozaki has donated $500,000 for tree planting and forest restoration, including more than 150 new trees at Central Park.
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Woman reports sexual assault on Burnaby walking path
Burnaby RCMP are investigating after a woman said a stranger struck her buttocks on the B.C. Parkway near Ron McLean Park. Police are examining possible links to a similar July report.
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Mayor says Jim Lorimer Park upgrade reflects Burnaby’s long-term parks plan
Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley says the upgraded Jim Lorimer Park is part of a 25-year strategy to expand accessible park space as the city grows.
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Metro Vancouver workers renew job action after sewage overflow
A union has withdrawn non-essential members from Burnaby liquid-waste operations, citing a sewage overflow and stalled contract talks with Metro Vancouver.
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Three arrested after Burnaby assault sends man to hospital
Burnaby RCMP say three suspects remain in custody after a man with serious injuries consistent with an assault was found Thursday night and taken to hospital in stable condition.
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Two police officers and firefighter treated after New Westminster apartment fire
Fifteen residents were helped to safety after a New Westminster apartment fire Thursday night. Two officers and one firefighter were treated for smoke inhalation; the cause remains under investigation.
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Sky House in Metrotown nearing Metro Vancouver height record
Concord Metrotown's 65-storey Sky House is expected to become Metro Vancouver's tallest building within weeks and top out at 228 metres in late October 2026.
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