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Williams Lake’s new council members hope for brighter future on Indigenous relations

admin Apr 13, 2023

By River Kero The new mayor and council of Williams Lake, B.C. have made Indigenous relations a pillar of their term. One new councillor says it represents a major shift for Williams Lake, after years of strained relations between…

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Bowen Islanders want to slow down proposed regional park and campground

admin Apr 10, 2023

By MARCO SHUM Bowen Islanders are concerned Metro Vancouver’s proposal for an overnight campground on the island might stop locals from travelling to Snug Cove during weekends because of the traffic. Ines Ortner, a 10-year resident…

Sports

Young Falcons are stepping up their game as head coach retires

admin Apr 4, 2023

By EMMA SHULAR The Falcons men’s basketball team is bracing for a shake up in the team roster and coaching staff, and the players are ready to step up to fill some big shoes. After taking a one-year sabbatical from coaching, Paul…

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Indigenous weaving and art are a way of life, says Sparrow

admin Mar 29, 2023

By Marco Shum Indigenous weaving is not just about art, but it is an opportunity to show the Indigenous way to balance your life in the modern world. Debra Sparrow, an Indigenous weaver, and Jasper Berehulke, the coordinator of…

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Urban studies focuses on climate change concerns and housing security

admin Mar 9, 2022

By Lauren Accili This story has been updated to include comments from Christine Boyle and Nicholas Blomley Urban studies is a burgeoning field of studies, and Langara College along with other schools are developing courses to deal…

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Minimum Wage Exemptions Unfair

admin Mar 27, 2018

Advocates are rallying for an increased and equal minimum wage for all British Columbians, saying current wage standards are not enough to support living in the province.

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