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Lauren Vanderdeen

Lauren Vanderdeen

Lauren Vanderdeen is a reporter for the Burnaby Now, covering city hall and general news. A graduate of Langara College's journalism program, she loves reporting community stories — particularly involving transportation and arts.

Before journalism, Lauren studied Latin and ancient Greek in Halifax, N.S., and later spent time working in Port Moody arts organizations.

An avid TransLink rider, she's easily spotted on the Millennium Line, and can be found walking all over Metro Vancouver. Send her an email anytime.

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lvanderdeen@burnabynow.com

Recent Work by Lauren

'Gutting': This beloved Burnaby brewery is shutting down for good this month

'Gutting': This beloved Burnaby brewery is shutting down for good this month

The brewery cited challenging economic times and consumer preferences moving away from craft beer as reasons for the closure.
Burnaby plans massive park transformation under SkyTrain tracks along BC Parkway

Burnaby plans massive park transformation under SkyTrain tracks along BC Parkway

City council will consider next steps in a plan to revamp part of the BC Parkway.
Burnaby is a paradise for K-pop fans, says Spotify Wrapped

Burnaby is a paradise for K-pop fans, says Spotify Wrapped

"My people are in Burnaby!" one K-pop fan wrote online.
Light spectacle: This free winter wonderland in Burnaby is hosting a festive evening this Saturday

Light spectacle: This free winter wonderland in Burnaby is hosting a festive evening this Saturday

Ring in the holiday season at this family-friendly Burnaby event.
Burnaby Hospital redevelopment gets $4M matching donation from the Beedies

Burnaby Hospital redevelopment gets $4M matching donation from the Beedies

Local developer family wants to inspire the community to give to the 'life-changing project.'
This useless pedestrian bridge in Burnaby's Metrotown could finally meet its demise

This useless pedestrian bridge in Burnaby's Metrotown could finally meet its demise

The Metrotown pedestrian overpass project is back on the menu at Burnaby City Hall.
'Definitely rare': 8.8 acres of Big Bend farmland in Burnaby sells for $5M

'Definitely rare': 8.8 acres of Big Bend farmland in Burnaby sells for $5M

A local buyer plans to farm the land, according to the listing agent.
Parking fines cause 'financial hardship' for health-care workers in Burnaby

Parking fines cause 'financial hardship' for health-care workers in Burnaby

Community health-care workers are petitioning Burnaby council for parking passes to avoid getting ticketed when they're on work calls.
New Chipotle restaurant coming to Burnaby's Lougheed neighbourhood

New Chipotle restaurant coming to Burnaby's Lougheed neighbourhood

Chipotle Mexican Grill is coming to the new City of Lougheed development in Burnaby in early 2024.
Longtime Burnaby Board of Trade CEO Paul Holden to retire

Longtime Burnaby Board of Trade CEO Paul Holden to retire

Burnaby Board of Trade will look for a new leader as its president of more than a decade steps down.
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