Highlights

B.C. strata owner seeks $20K in noise claim, gets $1,000

A strata owner attached speakers to the ceiling and played zombie music in response to noise.

Mar 29, 2023 5:30 AM Read more >

Here's how much it costs to be a Canadian pet parent in 2023

According to Rover, pet-related costs have increased, due to inflation. But some pet parents are cutting personal costs to provide for their pets.

Mar 28, 2023 10:00 PM Read more >

New West fire: Donations needed to help displaced families

Donations needed: Support families impacted by Sapperton apartment fire

Mar 28, 2023 8:08 PM Read more >

Will B.C.’s shift to clean transportation take rural communities along for the ride?

“It just seems like public transit between rural communities is getting more and more abysmal.”

Mar 28, 2023 8:00 PM Read more >

Boreal forest wildfires released record levels of carbon in 2021

One of the most carbon-rich environments on Earth, a recent study has found boreal forests are burning more every year, representing "a time bomb of carbon," according to one researcher.

Mar 28, 2023 7:00 PM Read more >

Letter: Connaught Heights residents deserve better from New West

A recent article left this resident 'dismayed.' Here's why.

Mar 28, 2023 6:00 PM Read more >

Braid St Studios is back home in New West

The newly opened art rental spaces can accommodate about 35 artists

Mar 28, 2023 4:15 PM Read more >

Budget 2023 gives boost to dental care, green economy while searching for savings

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland's 2023 federal budget promises "transformative investments" in Canada's green economy as the country tries to maintain its place in the global clean tech revolution and realign its supply chains toward alli

Mar 28, 2023 4:11 PM Read more >

Reader comment: New Westies have thoughts on traffic, bikes and more

Kudos and kvetches from New West Record readers.

Mar 28, 2023 3:45 PM Read more >

Budget 2023: Projected cost of federal dental program set to more than double

OTTAWA — The new federal budget shows the government's dental-care insurance program is projected to cost more than double what the Liberals originally thought, adding another $7.3 billion over five years.

Mar 28, 2023 3:39 PM Read more >