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Kok’s proposal would freeze business property tax increases and waive 2027 licence fees for new businesses, while speeding up city approvals. The plan would need councillor support and depends on voters rejecting all three recreation referendum questions.
Maple Ridge planning director James Stiver outlines the city’s housing, renter-protection and infrastructure work as population growth continues. He says provincial and federal investment will also be needed to support essential services.
The Pacific Link proposal would ship up to one million barrels of Alberta crude a day to Asian markets, but it still faces regulatory review and public hearings.
LNG Canada will double annual capacity at its Kitimat export terminal to 28 million tonnes. The federal government says the expansion will unlock $33 billion in private investment.
The city’s Velocity program gives eligible applicants a dedicated contact and an integrated approvals team, while keeping required reviews and council oversight in place.
The October guide lists concerts, theatre, dance, food events, comedy, festivals, election debates, community programs, markets, museum activities and youth events around Surrey.
A ballot question asks whether the city should formally request that B.C. use part of the old St. Paul’s Hospital for involuntary care beds, as candidates propose different approaches to public safety.
The crowd marked Canada’s sixth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with a march and gathering at Grandview Park, while speakers reflected on public support, Indigenous rights and political divisions.
Twenty-eight candidates are contesting seven Richmond Board of Education trustee seats. Tracy Sherlock’s column outlines party and independent candidates’ stated education platforms and the issues facing the board.
Foster and fellow biology teacher Rod MacVicar brought students to Mossom Creek to help restore salmon habitat, building a community effort that endured setbacks and a devastating 2013 fire.
Evo is seeking permission to expand into Burquitlam and add a zone around City Centre. If approved, the company could begin operating in Coquitlam in late 2026 or early 2027.
Delta police suspect the driver suffered a medical emergency before the collision on Tsawwassen First Nation land. The incident was separate from a nearby National Day for Truth and Reconciliation walk.
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