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We just launched a free weekly Vancouver Is Awesome newspaper

We just launched a free weekly Vancouver Is Awesome newspaper

Look for it on your doorstep or in your lobby
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Janitors union calls for improved working conditions under COVID-19

Janitors union calls for improved working conditions under COVID-19

“I have to work even though there is great risk to my own health,” said Vilma Lopez, a janitor working in Burnaby. "We are providing an important service to the public and deserve more respect for our hard work.”
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This massive chalk mural spreads gratitude to essential workers in Vancouver

This massive chalk mural spreads gratitude to essential workers in Vancouver

"I'm getting a distinct Sesame Street vibe from this and I LOVE IT!"
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Port Coquitlam slashes tax hike for COVID-19 relief

Port Coquitlam slashes tax hike for COVID-19 relief

Plus the Metro Vancouver municipality has postponed the payment due date for residents to September
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GoFundMe campaign set up for Richmond man who died at home from COVID-19

GoFundMe campaign set up for Richmond man who died at home from COVID-19

“We grieve the loss of a friend and colleague.”
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Vancouver mayor says city 'bleeding money' over pandemic

Vancouver mayor says city 'bleeding money' over pandemic

The City of Vancouver is losing up to $5m per week in revenues and is worried citizens won’t be able to pay their taxes because of the pandemic’s hit on the economy.
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B.C. confirms 45 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 1336

B.C. confirms 45 new cases of COVID-19, for total of 1336

There have been five new deaths.
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25% of Canadians admit to not following physical distancing rules

25% of Canadians admit to not following physical distancing rules

And only 63% feel that most Canadians are taking physical-distancing measures seriously.
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Is the VPD leaving shut-down businesses wide open to break-ins during COVID-19?

Is the VPD leaving shut-down businesses wide open to break-ins during COVID-19?

They're no longer answering alarm calls to some businesses
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Metro Vancouverites share snaps of last night's ginormous supermoon (PHOTOS)

Metro Vancouverites share snaps of last night's ginormous supermoon (PHOTOS)

Have a look at some of the best shots of last night's brilliant supermoon. 
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