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B.C. pulling ahead on LNG, Clark says

B.C. pulling ahead on LNG, Clark says

Premier pitches benefits for communities, says B.C. gas export projects are well ahead of U.S. competitors
Solution for homelessness?

Solution for homelessness?

Dignity Village in Oregon has been called an "affordable, alternative strategy," but Portland doesn't encourage creating more campgrounds.
LNG money won't stop ferry route cuts

LNG money won't stop ferry route cuts

Finance minister says gas industry will help northern B.C. grow again, but transportation minister's ferry plan going ahead
Indian residential schools a focus at UFV

Indian residential schools a focus at UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley cancelled classes on Sept. 18 to hold a "Day of Learning" about Indian residential schools.
New provincial recycling plan raises concerns for Abbotsford

New provincial recycling plan raises concerns for Abbotsford

A provincial producer-pay plan has raised concerns for municipalities and businesses across the province
UBCM demands more time in recycling dispute

UBCM demands more time in recycling dispute

Cities seek improved terms to partner with Multi Material BC as blue box collectors
Strike Averted: Tentative deal reached for CUPE public school workers

Strike Averted: Tentative deal reached for CUPE public school workers

Unionized members of CUPE BC have reached a tentative agreement that calls for a 3.5 per cent wage increase, to expire on June 30, 2014.
B.C. Municipalities: Local politicians support four-year terms

B.C. Municipalities: Local politicians support four-year terms

UBCM convention backs longer terms to match up with provincial elections, an issue that pits rural and urban communities
United Way announces $800,000 campaign goal

United Way announces $800,000 campaign goal

The Fraser Valley agency held a kick-off event in Abbotsford.
B.C. Angels players 'devastated' at cancellation of LFL Canada season

B.C. Angels players 'devastated' at cancellation of LFL Canada season

Acrimony between Legends Football League Canada management and players in Calgary and Saskatoon caused the cancellation of 2013 season.