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Initiative aims to increase Indonesian coffee imports

Initiative aims to increase Indonesian coffee imports

Indonesian coffee farmers are reaching out to Vancouver distributors, roasters and consumers as part of a five-year initiative of Global Affairs Canada to increase trade with Indonesia.
Richmond to host events for nation-wide Mental Health Week

Richmond to host events for nation-wide Mental Health Week

Change, stress and adversity can all be hard to cope with on a day-to-day basis, but in an effort to educate the Richmond community on how to develop resiliency and bounce back from challenging situations, two events are coming up as part of the nati
The Canadian tuxedo gets its due at Jeans Day barbecue

The Canadian tuxedo gets its due at Jeans Day barbecue

Annual fundraiser for B.C. Children's Hospital aimed to raise $1.1 million
Tour a local greenhouse for free on B.C. Veggie Day

Tour a local greenhouse for free on B.C. Veggie Day

Farmers markets are a great place to get to know where your food comes from, but here in British Columbia we also have the chance to peek behind the scenes where some of our most prolific veggie-growing is done: Greenhouses. To celebrate B.C.
City of Richmond and BC Hydro partner to offer rebates on energy efficient appliances

City of Richmond and BC Hydro partner to offer rebates on energy efficient appliances

As costs of living in Metro Vancouver appear to be on the constant rise, finding ways to reduce energy and save on bills can make a difference to overall household expenses.
Sweeping changes related to booze, entertainment coming to Vancouver’s nightlife

Sweeping changes related to booze, entertainment coming to Vancouver’s nightlife

Patios on Granville strip, late-night live music in restaurants among new initiatives adopted by city council
SFU promotes ditching 'ivory tower' image

SFU promotes ditching 'ivory tower' image

Burnaby school wants more post-secondary institutions to be engines for community development
China trade plan: get personal with foreign exporters

China trade plan: get personal with foreign exporters

With China facing increased trade barriers with the United States, the country’s various sectors are striving to draw more investors and importers from other parts of the world – including B.C.
Explore OWL's rehabilitation facility at open house

Explore OWL's rehabilitation facility at open house

Proceeds from the two-day event go towards food, medical supplies, cage upkeep and facility growth
Richmond students gear up for annual heritage fair

Richmond students gear up for annual heritage fair

The 16th annual Richmond Regional Heritage Fair is swiftly approaching and Richmond students will shed light on Canada’s history.