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B.C. proportional representation proposal seemed almost tailor-made for failure

B.C. proportional representation proposal seemed almost tailor-made for failure

The decisive referendum victory to preserve the first-past-the-post electoral system in British Columbia is, quite naturally, a repudiation of those who sought proportional representation.
Glue huffing lounges are the next big money making opportunity in Vancouver

Glue huffing lounges are the next big money making opportunity in Vancouver

Sniffly Bob’s Huffing Emporium is not a real business, nor do we promote the idea of abusing inhalants. This is a satirical column. Last week it was decided by the B.C.
BCLC is warning parents not to give kids lottery tickets because some people are dumb

BCLC is warning parents not to give kids lottery tickets because some people are dumb

BCLC actually had to send out a news release reminding parents and adults that “lottery products such as Scratch & Wins are a form of gambling, and not suitable gifts for children and minors."
Vancouverites hot and cold over ‘Baby, It’s Cold Outside’

Vancouverites hot and cold over ‘Baby, It’s Cold Outside’

Critics of the song, which was written in 1944, say it does not reflect the current climate in the wake of the #MeToo movement, while others say it’s a classic Christmas tune depicting an innocent conversation between a man and woman.
Opinion: What Vancouver’s impressive Empty Homes Tax revenue tells us

Opinion: What Vancouver’s impressive Empty Homes Tax revenue tells us

This week, the City of Vancouver issued a report on the projected revenues for year one of its Empty Homes Tax. And make no mistake, this tax is being closely scrutinized by leaders of high-priced cities around the globe to see if it is successful and replicable.
Unpopular Opinion: It's time for B.C. to provide a safe supply of narcotics to addicted individuals

Unpopular Opinion: It's time for B.C. to provide a safe supply of narcotics to addicted individuals

Currently the cost of opioid addiction treatment tops $90 million per year. Something must be done, and something must be done immediately. The Government of British Columbia must commit to providing a safe supply of opioids to drug addicted individuals.
Burnaby got out the chainsaws at Central Park and the neighbours are furious

Burnaby got out the chainsaws at Central Park and the neighbours are furious

The City of Burnaby got plenty of use out of its supply of chainsaws Friday as workers cut down eight giant trees at Central Park.
B.C.'s new ride share rules are bad news for craft beer, tourism industries

B.C.'s new ride share rules are bad news for craft beer, tourism industries

Currently, B.C. is the only major jurisdiction in North America that doesn’t allow ride-sharing. It’s also really bad news for the craft beer and tourism industries in this province, which contribute tens of billions of dollars to our economy.
Burnaby was named one of the 'coziest' cities in Canada. Are you kidding me?

Burnaby was named one of the 'coziest' cities in Canada. Are you kidding me?

The City of Burnaby was named to an interesting list recently. It was listed as #17 on a list of the 55 “coziest†cities in Canada. How the heck did that happen?
Five bad things for renters (and three good) under mooted vacancy control

Five bad things for renters (and three good) under mooted vacancy control

“Let’s have a rental vacancy control system, where annual rent increase caps are tied to the unit instead of a tenant!†comes the call from housing advocates and commenters.