Smoked out: Did shootings play a role in Burnaby’s proposed hookah ban?
The proposed ban, as well as alleged harassment of hookah lounges, came weeks after shootings in the city. A lawsuit claimed the lounges were wrongfully connected to the shootings.
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December 17, 2021
Major Amazon distribution warehouse planned for Burnaby
City of Burnaby planning and building director Ed Kozak said the facility will be the "primary" Amazon distribution centre for Western Canada.
December 15, 2021
Why diverse representation matters at the E-Comm board
Changes are needed to not only better advocate for workers at E-Comm but also to advocate for essential changes on things like mental health calls.
December 14, 2021
Why it took two years to fill a role on E-Comm board of directors
It's about who is represented at the table—not just on the E-Comm board but in all governance
December 10, 2021
On the agenda: Here’s what to expect at Burnaby’s Dec 13 city council meeting
What's on the agenda at the next Burnaby city council meeting? Here are the Beacon's highlights.
December 3, 2021
On the agenda: Here’s what to expect at Burnaby’s Dec 6 council meeting
What's on the agenda at the next Burnaby city council meeting? Here are the Beacon's highlights.
December 3, 2021
Burnaby Citizens’ Association eyes gender parity
At least 50% of all non-incumbent school board and council candidates will have to be women or non-binary if bylaw passes vote
December 2, 2021
Showcasing Burnaby’s natural beauty
Naturally Burnaby will showcase the city's waterways, parks, gardens, and eco-sculptures.
December 2, 2021
RCMP collective agreement to have “serious impact” on Burnaby taxpayers going forward
The new RCMP collective agreement includes retroactive raises for officers dating back to 2017, and it’s going to cost Burnaby an additional $4 million a year going forward.
November 30, 2021
Proposed townhouses near BCIT face tough public hearing
The 130-unit Symphony Homes development next to Greentree Village faced two-and-a-half hours of mostly opposition at a recent public hearing.
November 24, 2021
How is Burnaby tackling climate change—and how should it?
Climate change is a big problem—but cities have a major role to play in mitigating it. So what is the city doing—and what should it be doing?