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Vancouver’s River District community centre missed its 2025 opening target and has not started construction, as Wesgroup and the City work to address a funding gap.
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Vancouver’s River District community centre missed its 2025 opening target and has not started construction, as Wesgroup and the City work to address a funding gap.

A Daily Hive guest opinion argues Vancouver’s proposed public-safety plebiscite should prompt municipal candidates to state their positions on treatment, housing and supports.

Goldeneyes players are spending the off-season coaching young girls, while the club prepares for a second PWHL season with a largely intact roster and a new coach.

Vancouver is forecast to reach 25 C Thursday and 26 C Friday before temperatures fall to about 21 C Saturday, when showers are possible.

Colleen Hardwick's TEAM slate says it would commit at least $739 million to parks over four years and seek to retain a 50-metre pool at Vancouver Aquatic Centre if elected.

Canada’s temporary fuel excise-tax pause expires Sept. 7. Without an extension, the 10-cent-per-litre gasoline tax returns the following day.

A CARP-backed article points to shortages in primary and emergency care, saying hallway treatment and delayed access are placing particular strain on older adults and families.

Canada is urging travellers in Indonesia to exercise extra caution after two powerful earthquakes caused deaths, infrastructure damage and disruptions in several regions.

The City of Vancouver plans to attend about 60 community events before the Oct. 17 municipal election, with advance voting set for four days in October.

This week's Metro Vancouver calendar includes the PNE Fair, dragon boat racing, concerts, a fireworks festival, family attractions and free community events.

Canada’s trade team was in Washington without scheduled meetings Sunday as it sought to avert proposed 50 per cent U.S. tariffs due Wednesday.

Vancouver Coastal Health closed Sunset Beach to swimming after a sample recorded 1,112 E. coli per 100 millilitres, above the 400 limit.
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