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B.C. government to launch employer registry to safeguard foreign workers

B.C. government to launch employer registry to safeguard foreign workers

'Things are moving and we really hope it’s in the right direction,' says Mexican consul general, following months of criticism after the COVID-19 pandemic left hundreds of foreign workers ill and revealed systemic problems in a bilateral program many say is ripe for an overhaul.
Air quality advisory lifted for Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley

Air quality advisory lifted for Metro Vancouver, Fraser Valley

Metro Vancouver has lifted its air quality advisory for the region and the Fraser Valley, which had been in effect for 11 days.
COVID-19 exposure at Richmond school

COVID-19 exposure at Richmond school

There has been a COVID-19 exposure at a Richmond secondary school. In an email to parents Friday, McMath secondary confirmed there has been an exposure to the virus at the school.
New childcare spaces coming to Richmond

New childcare spaces coming to Richmond

More childcare spaces are coming to Richmond.
Richmond Mounties probing possible child snatch attempt outside school

Richmond Mounties probing possible child snatch attempt outside school

Richmond Mounties are asking the public for help after a man apparently tried to coax a 10-year-old boy into his van. The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 14 in the 6800 block of Azure Road, close to Brighouse elementary.
Air Canada to offer 'unlimited travel' for one flat monthly rate

Air Canada to offer 'unlimited travel' for one flat monthly rate

The Air Canada Infinite Canada Flight Pass is available for purchase in Canada from Sept. 16 to 23.
Update: One person dead after Richmond shooting, homicide team deployed

Update: One person dead after Richmond shooting, homicide team deployed

One person is dead following a shooting in Richmond Friday night.
Richmond councillor wants to expand at-home business rules to help personal service sector

Richmond councillor wants to expand at-home business rules to help personal service sector

A Richmond city councillor wants the city to expand its at-home business rules, especially since many small businesses are struggling to stay afloat in the COVID-19 pandemic. Coun.
Police probe gunfire exchange at Richmond intersection

Police probe gunfire exchange at Richmond intersection

Richmond RCMP is asking for the public’s help after an apparent “exchange of gunfire” between two vehicles at a gas station on Thursday night. At around 11:35 p.m.

City of Richmond warns of fake employees going door-to-door

The City of Richmond is warning residents of reports in the last couple of days of people impersonating municipal employees to gain entry to homes.