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5 ways you can support B.C. wineries this weekend

5 ways you can support B.C. wineries this weekend

If Alberta won’t be importing in any B.C. wine any time soon, all the more reason for B.C. residents to step up to the plate–or glass–and drink a little more.
CMHC says number of Vancouver mortgages held by non-permanent residents is on the rise

CMHC says number of Vancouver mortgages held by non-permanent residents is on the rise

The percentage of non-permanent residents (NPR) living in Vancouver who hold mortgages in the city increased from 3.3 per cent in 2014 to 3.9 per cent in 2016, according to new CMHC data, and the percentage is even higher for younger foreigners.
What's on in Richmond this week: Arts, cultural and community events for the long weekend

What's on in Richmond this week: Arts, cultural and community events for the long weekend

On the long weekend leading to Monday, Feb. 12, the City of Richmond and its community partners have planned more than 65 events and programs for families to enjoy. Here are some to check out. For more events, visit the City of Richmond's website.
Remarkable video catches four Richmond drivers blowing red lights in 10 minutes

Remarkable video catches four Richmond drivers blowing red lights in 10 minutes

A Richmond driver has posted a video on YouTube showing a remarkable four vehicles blowing red lights within the span of 10 minutes in the east Cambie neighbourhood Jan. 31 at 9:30 a.m. YouTuber am0s.
B.C.'s Airbnb tax agreement to help Richmond tourist sites

B.C.'s Airbnb tax agreement to help Richmond tourist sites

Tax will pay for few subsidized housing units annually
Year of the Dog feature: Talula Grace

Year of the Dog feature: Talula Grace

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, we are featuring lovely dogs in Richmond throughout February. Today’s dog is Miss Talula Grace, Brandie’s buddy. Let’s take a look at what Brandie had to say about her.
Protesters call for apology from Trudeau after false hijab-cutting incident

Protesters call for apology from Trudeau after false hijab-cutting incident

Hundreds of people gathered on Sunday in downtown Vancouver with signs asking Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to apologize for how he dealt with what’s being called the “hijab hoax” incident.
Richmond residents collect signatures for light near Westwind Elementary

Richmond residents collect signatures for light near Westwind Elementary

A concerned Richmond resident is collecting signatures to see lights installed at a crosswalk near Westwind Elementary School. Since Feb. 2, Judie Schneider has been collecting signatures online through Change.org .
Richmond restaurants look to win diners' award

Richmond restaurants look to win diners' award

Who has the best Peking duck? Or your favourite spring rolls? More than 100 Richmond restaurants are hoping to win diners’ favour as polls have opened for the 2018 Chinese Restaurant Awards.
BC Blueberry Council heads off on international trade show circuit

BC Blueberry Council heads off on international trade show circuit

B.C. blueberries are getting international recognition as the BC Blueberry Council heads on a whirlwind tour of trade shows. Starting in Berlin, Germany from Feb. 7 to Feb.