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Whitecaps Practice

Posted on May 11, 2010 by admin

Takashi Hirano (left) and Wes Knight (back) play some defense at Whitecaps practice on Tuesday, May 11th.  The ‘Caps are getting set for crucial match against their cross-country rival, Montreal Impact, on Saturday.  The two teams tied in their last … More →

Burns Bog Battle

Posted on May 6, 2010 by admin
May 6, 2010 (Runs 1:46) The Burns Bog Conservation Society is angry that portions of “environmentally sensitive areas” are being transformed into industrial zones. Rick Bloudell explains. (Shooter: Brad White; Editor: Brittany Neadow)

Steve Nash and ‘Los Suns’ take on Arizona immigration law

Posted on May 5, 2010 by admin

In an unusual stand against Arizona’s controversial new immigration law bill, the NBA’s Phoenix Suns will don their ‘Los Suns’ jerseys in tonight’s Western Conference Final game two matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. Continue reading →

Kash Heed resigns Solicitor-General post again

Posted on May 5, 2010 by admin

Kash Heed has resigned a second time as BC Solicitor-General. The move comes after the special prosecutor who reviewed the case of election spending admitted his law firm donated money to Heed’s 2009 election campaign. A new special prosecutor will be appointed. Continue reading →

Evolution Comment: A pro-bike lane letter to Vancouver and its cyclists

Posted on May 5, 2010 by admin

A Vancouver proposal for $25 million to be spent on new bike lanes around the city is an effort to help the city meet its 2020 goal of becoming the greenest city in Canada. Megan Evans is all for this … More →

Down it Came: BC Place Roof Deflation

Posted on May 4, 2010 by admin

Time Lapse of the iconic roof at BC Place Stadium, the largest inflatable roof of its kind in the world. The roof was deflated to make way for a new retractable roof which will be ready in 2011. BCIT journalist Gavin Day caught the end of an era on the Vancouver skyline and put together a time lapse of the occasion. Continue reading →

Vancouver School Board: We need space but have no funds

Posted on April 29, 2010 by admin

School Board Chair says the Provincial Government’s mandate to expand programming could be difficult to accommodate, given a $16 million deficit. Gene Law filed this report. Listen: law_school-closures (Runs 0:38)

Mayor Gregor Robertson addresses the Downtown Business Improvement Association

Posted on April 29, 2010 by admin

Mayor Gregor spoke at a luncheon held by the Downtown Business Improvement Association this afternoon touching on business issues in the city post-Olympics. Reporter Ben Miljure filed this story. Continue reading →

Vancouver’s Red Tents are headed to Ottawa

Posted on April 29, 2010 by admin

For the past 70 weeks, participants in Vancouver’s homelessness hunger strike relay have passed along a wooden spoon as a symbol of solidarity with residents of the downtown East Side. Continue reading →

Vancouver School Board budget will be delayed until June, pending recommendations

Posted on April 29, 2010 by admin

Vancouver School Board Chair Patti Bacchus says the final budget will be delayed until June.  BC’s Education Minister has appointed a special advisor to work with the board to help with recommendations. Reporter Gene Law filed this story. Listen: law_schoolboard-budget (Runs … More →