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Column: Time to end the unpaid work in Canada’s airline sector

Column: Time to end the unpaid work in Canada’s airline sector

"Despite working gruelling 14-hour days or longer, many flight attendants are sometimes only paid for half their time on the job," writes Port Moody–Coquitlam MP Bonita Zarrillo in an op-ed.
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BBB: Eight tips for dealing with holiday pop-up shops

BBB: Eight tips for dealing with holiday pop-up shops

Research store operating hours and pay attention to product quality are tips the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering for those attending pop-up shops this holiday season.
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Should New West move Canada Day celebrations out of Westminster Pier Park?

Should New West move Canada Day celebrations out of Westminster Pier Park?

Pier Park will still be home to Canada Day festivities in 2025 – but that could change in future years.
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New Westminster police investigate 'multiple' sexual assault incidents

New Westminster police investigate 'multiple' sexual assault incidents

New West man arrested after police investigate sexual assaults that allegedly occurred at his home and workplace.
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Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Rob Shaw: B.C. housing minister's threats put municipal autonomy to the test

Municipalities pushing back against province’s housing policy
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8 things to do in New West on the Dec. 20 to 22 weekend

8 things to do in New West on the Dec. 20 to 22 weekend

The final weekend before Christmas is a perfect time to shop, take in some festive entertainment, celebrate the Winter Solstice, and enjoy some family fun in New Westminster.
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Five New West council members get roles on Metro Van committees

Five New West council members get roles on Metro Van committees

Coun. Nadine Nakagawa to serve on three Metro Vancouver standing committees and Coun. Jaimie McEvoy to serve on two – including finance,
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New West resident calls for comprehensive bike lane network – not a piecemeal approach

New West resident calls for comprehensive bike lane network – not a piecemeal approach

Engagement for Active Transportation Network projects on Seventh Street completed and being analyzed by New Westminster staff.
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Line of Duty death service honours longtime New Westminster firefighter

Line of Duty death service honours longtime New Westminster firefighter

New Westminster firefighter and training captain Dave Phillips: “He made the ultimate sacrifice.”
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New West police investigating a pedestrian fatality on McBride Boulevard

New West police investigating a pedestrian fatality on McBride Boulevard

Police investigation is underway after a driver struck a pedestrian on McBride Boulevard this morning.
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