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Richmond group asks federal government to defer the legalization of cannabis edibles

Richmond group asks federal government to defer the legalization of cannabis edibles

Cannabis edibles are scheduled to be permitted for sale in October
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B.C. man sues to stop Maxime Bernier from using People's Party name in Burnaby South

B.C. man sues to stop Maxime Bernier from using People's Party name in Burnaby South

Abbotsford businessman claims rights to party name, filed suit in Federal Court
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Abuzz in Richmond: Are bees really dying?

Abuzz in Richmond: Are bees really dying?

UBC Professor Leonard Foster speaks in Richmond Feb. 20 on why humans need bees and why they need us.
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Health department urges vaccinations after 9 measles cases confirmed

Health department urges vaccinations after 9 measles cases confirmed

Three Richmond schools are below the regional average for Kindergarten vaccination rates
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UPDATED: Vancouver Park Board cetacean ban heading back to Supreme Court

UPDATED: Vancouver Park Board cetacean ban heading back to Supreme Court

Court of Appeal rules in favour of park board
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‘A little more snow’: Special weather statement for Richmond

‘A little more snow’: Special weather statement for Richmond

While a lot of Richmond’s snow may have melted by now, Environment Canada is warning Metro Vancouver residents that “a little more snow is on the way” this week.
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RCMP accepting nominations for Troop 17's anti-bullying scholarships

RCMP accepting nominations for Troop 17's anti-bullying scholarships

The RCMP is now accepting applications for its 2019 Troop 17 Scholarship, which recognizes post-secondary students who’ve made a significant effort to prevent bullying and harassment.
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Capital projects part of Richmond budget process

Capital projects part of Richmond budget process

The City of Richmond is in the midst of budgeting. From now until Sunday, March 3, taxpayers are asked to submit comments on the city’s Consolidated 5 Year Financial Plan (2019-2023) online at LetsTalkRichmond.ca , by email or in person at city hall.
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New Fraser River crossing will be a choice of three options

New Fraser River crossing will be a choice of three options

Delta North MLA Ravi Kahlon says a crossing to replace or augment the George Massey Tunnel remains a high priority for the NDP government and that a business case on the best option will be ready next year.
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New rules limit campaign spending

New rules limit campaign spending

New campaign finance rules limited both fundraising and spending in the recent municipal election. As of Oct. 31, 2017, companies, unions and non-profits weren’t allowed to contribute to campaigns. Spending limits were set by Elections BC.
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