Metro Vancouver
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First phase of TransLink’s mega expansion plan approved by mayors’ councilThe council is calling on the Canadian government to join the region, and the province, in assisting in developing a funding model.CanadaNov 23
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As Township of Langley grows, it’s falling behind on infrastructure, says mayor"We may have to slow down growth in other areas because the province hasn't kept up with schools," said Township of Langley Mayor Eric Woodward.PoliticsNov 8
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Metro Vancouver development fee hikes set up potential federal showdown over housing cashMetro Vancouver is moving ahead with a plan that could triple the fees applied to new developments to fund needed infrastructure construction over the opposition of Ottawa.EconomyOct 27
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Celebrating Halloween with a bang? Use of fireworks fizzling out in Metro VancouverCities are cracking down on use of the colourful and often spectacular devices, citing a variety of concerns including noise, injury and property damage.EntertainmentOct 27
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$4.7 billion funding gap could result in major TransLink service cuts: ReportTransLink is warning that it faces a multi-billion dollar structural deficit due to reduced revenues and growing operating expenses.PoliticsOct 25
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‘A blur’: Rare disorder strikes B.C. transit police chief 1 month before retirementThe Metro Vancouver Transit Police chief officer was just one month away from retiring when he woke up on Aug. 30 with numbness in his hands and feet.FeaturesOct 3
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Gas prices could drop 21 cents in Metro Vancouver this weekGas prices could drop by as much as 21 cents per litre in Metro Vancouver by Wednesday, according to one industry analyst.ConsumerOct 2
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Metro Vancouver union workers in legal strike positionHundreds of Metro Vancouver workers are now in a legal strike position following months of stalled contract negotiations over wages, work hours and health-care benefits.CanadaOct 2
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Federal housing cash for Metro Vancouver in question over planned new development chargesThe pause came in response to potential infrastructure surcharges for new builds in Metro Vancouver that could add tens of thousands of dollars to the cost of residential builds.PoliticsSep 27
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Bowen Island group offering to buy Metro Vancouver land for $30 millionIn a letter, the group claims there is overwhelming public opposition to the park as it is currently proposed, in particular with respect to camping.EnvironmentSep 21
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