Canada Post returns to addresses
Canada Post will be backtracking on a decision made in December 2013 to convert door-to-door mail service to community mailboxes.
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China now allowing for two children in urban families
As an attempt to create a stable workforce in the future, the Communist Party of China will loosen its strict one-child policy beginning in March to now allow families to have two children.
Vancouver City Council decides against Uber
Despite a shortage of taxis available in Vancouver, especially during peak hours on weekends, ride-share businesses such as Uber will not be allowed to start servicing the Vancouver area.
Homeless in Abbotsford win case against city
Wednesday marked a landmark victory for the homeless, particularly those fighting for a place to set up temporary shelter.
City of New Westminster unveils new community plan
The City of New Westminster is working on revealing a new community plan called OUR CITY 2041, which will outline a set of goals slated to be achieved by 2041.
United Way investing in Coquitlam and Surrey families
Concerned residents in Coquitlam and Surrey have developed a social services plan that can benefit families and children in need, and United Way is aiding the cause with a $1.2-million investment.
What to expect from Canada’s next Parliament
The election results on October 19 resulted in several surprising changes on both a local and federal level.
Loving one or loving all?
If you would have asked me two years ago to define polyamory, I would have either shied away or given some semi-ignorant answer.
Green Party sweeps election
In a surprising twist during Monday’s election, Elizabeth May and the Green Party claimed a majority government, establishing the event as the most unexpected moment in the history of Canadian politics.
Former Douglas College President received salary until recently
A report made by the New Westminster Record revealed that Scott McAlpine, the former president and CEO of Douglas College, was still being paid the president’s salary until October 16, receiving $135,128 in income from the college in the 2014/15 fiscal year.