Thurs. Oct. 19: More daycare spaces for Burnaby

Good morning, Burnaby!

We are officially in the throes of rain, so please stay dry and safe out there! Yesterday the expectation was about 80mm of rain (we’re still waiting for the final numbers as of publication) and 100mm or more in other parts. And yes, the phrase “atmospheric river” has been thrown around, so take care when you’re driving/commuting to get to where you need to go.

👀 In today's edition:

• Locals have their say during a protest against TMX.

• In case you missed it: more daycare spaces on the way in Burnaby.

• Readers’ choice awards: your favourite hot pot spot.

Editor’s note: earlier this week our TMX story went out to our email subscriber list by mistake. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

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LOCAL NEWS

“It’s a risk we should not have to face”

Even as the TransMountain pipeline continues work, some Metro Vancouverites continue to sound the alarm pertaining to concerns regarding possible spills—and the safety of the local ecosystem, among other things.

Our Lubna el Elaimy was on hand to watch what unfolded over the weekend, as locals showed up to voice their displeasure.

Burnaby Bulletin

Council update: The next phase for the Burnaby Housing Authority, a new bylaw for council procedure, discussions about public art, and more. (Burnaby Beacon)

🌧️ Wet weather watch. As we mentioned in the intro, it’s expected to be soggy over the next while. Be aware of flooding and pooling on the roads, and be sure to drive for the conditions.

Morning fire. On Wednesday Mounties confirmed they were looking into a fire that happened at four suites along 18th Street and Griffiths Drive. (CityNews Vancouver)

⛴️ Ferry delays. It was a backlog of passengers on Wednesday with some trips to and from Vancouver Island seeing a five-sailing wait. BC Ferries says the issue stems from a lack of crew members. (CityNews Vancouver)

🏥 Redevelopment of Burnaby Hospital: The project, which includes a new cancer centre and a 160-bed in-patient tower in phase two, is on time and on budget according to the chief project officer. (Burnaby Beacon)

Ibrahim Ali trial. The man accused of killing a teenage girl was back in court this week as more testimony related to the young woman’s death was given by a Tim Hortons manager. (Burnaby Now)

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Charges laid. A 25-year-old man has been charged in the death of a Surrey mom who pushed her twin daughters to safety three years ago. Jeo Kurian has been charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death. A delivery van struck and killed the woman. (CBC Vancouver)

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LOCAL NEWS

More daycare spaces coming by 2025

It’ll be a two-year wait, but a number of day care spaces are on the way. 

On Sept. 25, council voted to approve funding for the Rowan Child Care Facility at 4248 Rowan Ave. and 6250 Deer Lake Ave., with construction scheduled to start in early 2024. Learn more about who will be eligible. 

READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

Your favourite hot pot spot

Just in time for that soggy weather, it’s a look at your top choices for hot pot in Burnaby! Did your favourite make the cut? There’s only one way to find out. 

🤝 Now Hiring

Looking to make a move? Here are local jobs open right now:

• Office assistant, City of Burnaby.

• Receptionist, Destination Toyota Burnaby.

• Brand manager, Earth’s Own food company.

• Education assistant, Burnaby School District.

• Fund development manager, Metro Vancouver Parks and Recreation.

Hiring and want to let people know? Reply back and let us know!

🗓 Things to do

Thursday, Oct. 19

• English conversation circle. 1:30pm, Burnaby Public Library, Cameron location.

• Haunted Village. 5pm. Burnaby Village Museum.

• English conversation circle. 3pm, online via the Burnaby Public Library.

• Pumpkins After Dark. Entry begins at 6:45pm. Tickets required. Swangard Stadium.

• Karaoke. 8pm. The Admiral.

Friday, Oct. 20

• Discover physics. 10am. SFU Burnaby Campus.

• Virtual job fair. 11am. Online. 

• Youth drop-in. 4pm. 4908 Hastings St.

• Haunted Village. 5pm. Burnaby Village Museum.

• Pumpkins After Dark. Entry begins at 6:45pm. Tickets required. Swangard Stadium.

Saturday, Oct. 21

• Farmers Market. 9am. City Hall parking lot. 

• Brick-or-Treat live build. 10am. The Amazing Brentwood.

• New to You market. 10am. St. Stephen the Martyr.

• Babytime. 10:30am. Burnaby Public Library, Tommy Douglas location.

• Pie Eating Contest. 11am. Grand court, Metropolis.

• Family storytime. 11:30am. Burnaby Public Library, Tommy Douglas location.

• Modern calligraphy workshop. 1pm. Fiore Republic.

• Autumn Strolls. 2:30pm. Registration required. Walking area will be around Burnaby Public Library, Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch.

• Diwali in Burnaby: chai house. 4pm. Burnaby Public Library, Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch.

• Haunted Village. 5pm. Burnaby Village Museum.

• Pumpkins After Dark. Entry begins at 6:45pm. Tickets required. Swangard Stadium.

• Planetarium VidLaser Shows. 7pm. Tickets required. BCIT.

Sunday, Oct. 22

• Nikkei farmers’ market. 10am. Nikkei Museum.  

• Guided nature walk. Noon. Burnaby Lake.

• Vancouver Horror Show film festival. 1pm. Cineplex Metropolis.

• Haunted Village. 5pm. Burnaby Village Museum.

• Pumpkins After Dark. Entry begins at 6:45pm. Tickets required. Swangard Stadium.

Monday, Oct. 23

• Resume clinic. 2pm. Burnaby Public Library, Tommy Douglas location.

• Trivia Night. 7:30pm. The Admiral.

Tuesday, Oct. 24

• Family story time. 10:30am. Burnaby Public Library, Bob Prittie location.

• Tech cafe. 1pm. Burnaby Public Library, Bob Prittie location.

• Youth drop-in. 4pm. South House, 4460 Beresford St.

• Game night for English learners. 6pm. Burnaby Public Library, McGill location.

• Taco Tuesdays. Feat. DJ Eddie Rolando. 7pm. The Admiral.

• Fandom trivia. 7:30pm. The Rec Room.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

• Baby social. 1pm. Burnaby Public Library, McGill location.

• Youth drop-in. 4pm. Brentwood House. 2055 Rosser Ave.

• Toastmasters. 6:45pm. BCIT.