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As Canada’s single-use ban rolls out, ‘Big Plastic’ takes Ottawa to court

As Canada’s single-use ban rolls out, ‘Big Plastic’ takes Ottawa to court

Imagine sitting down to dinner and cutting into the perfectly cooked piece of wild salmon you just got on sale at the grocery store. But between the layers of succulent pink fillet you pull out a small piece of blue plastic.
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The week ahead in New West: Here's what you need to know

The week ahead in New West: Here's what you need to know

From theatre, comedy and a block party, there's a ton of activities to look forward to this week
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Unchecked climate change puts Canada’s West Coast in hot water

Unchecked climate change puts Canada’s West Coast in hot water

Last year was the hottest on record for the ocean, an upward trend only expected to continue as it wreaks havoc on coastal communities and spurs irreversible losses to marine ecosystems.
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B.C.’s latest LNG approval sends mixed messages about commitments to climate and Indigenous rights

B.C.’s latest LNG approval sends mixed messages about commitments to climate and Indigenous rights

In Smithers, B.C., Sundays are shift-change days. The grocery store parking lots fill with work trucks bearing bumper stickers that proclaim love for Canadian pipelines.
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Giving back: New West alumni come together to raise funds for NWSS

Giving back: New West alumni come together to raise funds for NWSS

Gathering of New Westminster secondary schools’ alumni: Reunite, play golf and support students
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32 years after Michael Dunahee disappeared, run keeps hope alive

32 years after Michael Dunahee disappeared, run keeps hope alive

More than 150 people are expected to participate in the Michael Dunahee Keep the Hope Alive five-kilometre walk/run on Sunday.
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New West teen organizes Trans Day of Visibility rally in Vancouver

New West teen organizes Trans Day of Visibility rally in Vancouver

"You're not alone" at Trans Day of Visibility rally on March 31
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New West family serves 'Happiness in a Bowl' at their Burnaby restaurant

New West family serves 'Happiness in a Bowl' at their Burnaby restaurant

The story behind hidden gem Mama's Rice Bowl
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Two New West councillors want to chat with you about civic issues

Two New West councillors want to chat with you about civic issues

What's happening Around Town? Councillor Cafés continue
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Here’s how you can help New West beat Burnaby – again

Here’s how you can help New West beat Burnaby – again

What’s happening Around Town? Walk30 Challenge returns and Steel & Oak ready to run
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