Inter-university dialogue on sexual assault begun at UBC
On April 21, students and faculty from 22 Canadian post-secondary institutions joined experts for the Inter-University Conversation on Sexual Assault Prevention at UBCâs Liu Institute.
Douglas College Maker Lab opens at River Market
New Westminsterâs River Market has a new tenant: the Douglas College Maker Lab. Located on the second floor with a full view of the Vancouver Circus School, the lab, which is a makerspace, bridges the college with the community to share in curiosity and a love of technology.
Federal budget changes rules for student loans and grants
The Canadian government has recently revealed its 2015 Federal Budget, which includes significant changes to the Canada Student Loan and Canada Student Grant programs for 2016â17. These changes will make it easier for both current and prospective students to attend post-secondary institutions.
National Energy Board audits Kinder Morgan response program
In early April, the grain ship MV Marathassa spilled at least 2,800 litres of fuel into English Bay. While considered a fairly small spill, it took six hours to identify the spill and 12 hours to notify the City of Vancouver.
Statistics Canada releases report on life satisfaction in Canadian cities
The recently released Statistics Canada report on Canadian life satisfaction, âHowâs Life in the City? Life Satisfaction across Census Metropolitan Areas and Economic Regions in Canada,â has found that Vancouverites have the lowest self-reported average life satisfaction
Metro Vancouver to receive federal funding for transit projects
The federal government announced on April 21, along with its federal budget, that it will allocate $1 billion annually toward transit projects in major Canadian cities.
Vancouver marijuana shop subject to police raid
Following a month-long investigation after public safety concerns involving minors, on April 29, Vancouver marijuana dispensary Weeds Glass and Giftsâlocated at 2916 W. 4th Avenue in Kitsilanoâwas subject to a raid by the Vancouver Police Department (VPD).
Compass Card rolls out for Douglas College
Starting this month, students at Douglas College will be replacing their paper U-Pass BC passes with Compass Cards as part of wave three of the Compass Card U-Pass rollout.
Celebrate silversmithing with Workingsilver
New Westminsterâs Workingsilver retail store and teaching studio is a silversmithâs paradise, with supplies and classes available for various projects and expertise. On May 2 and 3, store owner Kathy Brandon presented the studioâs first semi-annual jewellery show and sale featuring pieces created by her, nine of her students, and three of her staff and instructors.
