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Vancouver park board dispute sparks integrity commissioner probe

Vancouver park board dispute sparks integrity commissioner probe

Commissioners Laura Christensen, Jas Virdi at odds over alleged 'wear earmuffs' comment about park for neurodiverse, autistic children.
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Homelessness in Canada up 20% since federal strategy launched in 2018

Homelessness in Canada up 20% since federal strategy launched in 2018

Parliamentary Budget Officer report: "The program is not on track to meet its targets with respect to reducing homelessness."
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B.C. crisis centre renews call for suicide prevention fencing on Lions Gate, Granville bridges

B.C. crisis centre renews call for suicide prevention fencing on Lions Gate, Granville bridges

Ministry of Transportation: "Unfortunately, the Lions Gate Bridge cannot accommodate suicide barrier/tall safety fencing…"
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Mayor Ken Sim’s request to increase office budget postponed to June 25

Mayor Ken Sim’s request to increase office budget postponed to June 25

Mayor's current budget is $1.47 million, which is spent largely on Sim's eight political staff, three administrators.
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Vancouver's AG: city not effectively managing child care, cultural, social non-profit leases

Vancouver's AG: city not effectively managing child care, cultural, social non-profit leases

Mike Macdonell: "Council and the public should receive better information concerning the value of non-profit leases."
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Vancouver council allows 'mass timber' buildings up to 18 storeys

Vancouver council allows 'mass timber' buildings up to 18 storeys

City’s chief building official: “When there is a fire in a mass timber building, we see charring that takes place, and the charring actually helps protect the remainder of the structure.”
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ABC Vancouver votes to keep Ken Sim on Vancouver police board

ABC Vancouver votes to keep Ken Sim on Vancouver police board

Selection of mayor came despite challenge from Green Party's Pete Fry.
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Mariners join call for suicide prevention fencing on Vancouver's Granville Bridge

Mariners join call for suicide prevention fencing on Vancouver's Granville Bridge

Grant Brandson: "It is time to take immediate action to take effective measures for those experiencing a mental health crisis."
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VPD cleared in attempted bridge suicide, but questions remain over fencing

VPD cleared in attempted bridge suicide, but questions remain over fencing

Granville Bridge is same span that Vancouver Coastal Health recommended suicide prevention fencing be installed
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Are Mayor Ken Sim’s days numbered as chair of Vancouver police board?

Are Mayor Ken Sim’s days numbered as chair of Vancouver police board?

Sim’s office: “The mayor believes that the position of chair may be better served by another individual who can fully dedicate their focus to this important role.”
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