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Purolator launches its fully electric fleet at YVR

Purolator launches its fully electric fleet at YVR

The Canada-wide courier aims to reduce its emissions to net-zero by 2050
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Property taxes a 'blunt instrument:' Richmond mayor

Property taxes a 'blunt instrument:' Richmond mayor

UBCM is working on a report about creating a fairer tax regime.
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Richmond tech company hit by ransomware attack

Richmond tech company hit by ransomware attack

A cyberattack halted a Richmond-based technology company for several days this week. Sierra Wireless discovered the ransomware attack, which targeted the company’s internal IT systems and corporate website, on Saturday.
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Richmond business announced as a finalist for the Small Business BC Awards

Richmond business announced as a finalist for the Small Business BC Awards

Purpose Smoothie Co. is among five finalists for the best youth entrepreneur category.
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Richmond-based London Drugs preparing for COVID-19 vaccine rollout

Richmond-based London Drugs preparing for COVID-19 vaccine rollout

More than 300,000 front line workers are among those next in line to get the COVID-19 vaccine in B.C.
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Richmond-based business launches virtual fairytale spring break camps for youth

Richmond-based business launches virtual fairytale spring break camps for youth

Kids reminded inner beauty is what makes them a princess or hero.
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Richmond asks for extension of landfill operations in ALR

Richmond asks for extension of landfill operations in ALR

The City of Richmond has appealed a decision by the Agricultural Land Commission denying EcoWaste a longer term on its landfill.
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Richmond seniors and fixed income earners are most affected by the 5.68 percent property tax hike, survey finds

Richmond seniors and fixed income earners are most affected by the 5.68 percent property tax hike, survey finds

The online survey aims to gain more insight into what individuals and families think of the property tax increase approved by the council.
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Richmond travel agents press province to waive license renewal fees

Richmond travel agents press province to waive license renewal fees

The Ministry of Tourism notes that a grant program is currently available to eligible businesses, but local tour operators said the grant application process is challenging.
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YVR commits to eliminating carbon emissions by 2030

YVR commits to eliminating carbon emissions by 2030

Last year, Vancouver International Airport's emissions totalled 9,258 tonnes
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