Mussatto’s Bike Lift Meets Opposition, Moves to Next Stage
Monday’s North Vancouver City Council meeting saw one of Mayor Darrell Mussatto’s pet projects put on the table for discussion. Presented with a Staff Report on the possibility of building a bike lift...
View ArticleJustin Trudeau to close out campaign in Lower Lonsdale
On Sunday, October 18th, Justin Trudeau is hosting a Rally For Real Change Now at the Pinnacle Hotel in Lower Lonsdale. Where: Pinnacle Hotel, 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver When: 4:15pm RSVP HERE
View ArticleVoting in North Vancouver: A last minute guide
Today, millions of Canadians are heading to the polls to vote in our Federal Election where the emotions and stakes seem more elevated than in previous years. You can only vote until 7pm tonight, so...
View ArticleCity plans to extend “Green Necklace” along East Keith Road
The City of North Vancouver’s Green Necklace project began as a vision of one of the City’s founders, Edward Mahon, over 100 years ago. He envisioned a “Grand Boulevard” that would encircle the City–an...
View ArticleJonathan Wilkinson is the new North Van MP
The Liberal’s victory wave carried all the way over to the North Shore. Jonathan Wilkinson secured a spot alongside Justin Trudeau and the flood of surprising Liberal wins across Canada in a new...
View ArticleWoman in coma after being struck by car in North Van while texting and walking
Police are warning about “distracted walking” after a woman was hit by a car on Wednesday night in North Vancouver. The woman was wearing headphones and attempted to cross the road against the signal....
View ArticleNorth Vancouver man catches drunk guy sleeping in his bed
This dude is so chill. Only in North Van…
View ArticleNorth Vancouver real estate market remains competitive
Greater Vancouver saw double-digit increases in the third quarter as the market continues to be driven by a strong B.C. economy. The aggregate price of a home in North Vancouver has risen substantially...
View ArticleTranslink continues to make walking the best option
On October 26 City of North Vancouver Council voted unanimously in favour of charging Seabus passengers a one-zone ($2.75) fare instead of two-zone ($4). The idea stems from Translink’s bus fare...
View ArticleA chat with North Van MP Jonathan Wilkinson
Just one week after the Liberals won a majority government in Election 42, we sat down for a chit-chat with our brand new North Vancouver Member of Parliament, Jonathan Wilkinson. Below is the...
View ArticleIt’s Snowing
With last years “snow season” pulling a no show you’ll be thrilled to know that both Mount Seymour & Grouse Mountain have received their first dumps. Grouse Mountain: Mount Seymour: Epic.
View ArticleNo Ice Rink at Shipyards This Winter
At the North Vancouver City Council Meeting this past Monday, November 2, City Staff put forward a proposal for a Pilot Project of a temporary ice rink at Lot 5 in the Shipyards. The exact area would...
View Article2015 North Van Business Excellence Awards
Last night the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce hosted the 2015 Business Excellence Awards at the Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel in Lower Lonsdale. The event is to highlight all the amazing businesses...
View ArticleLest We Forget
The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him. – G.K. Chesterton On November 11 we remember all Canadian veterans and servicemen who...
View ArticleNorth Van gas pumps to have climate change warning labels
On Monday, The City of North Vancouver passed a motion in council requiring all gas pumps in the city to have climate change warning labels. The labels will look something like this: Our Horizon is the...
View ArticleSeycove Secondary gets first gender-neutral bathroom
Seycove Secondary in Deep Cove cuts the ribbon on the first gender-neutral washroom in North Vancouver. Way to go Seycove! This inclusive act is a great step towards breaking down walls when it comes...
View ArticleRescue the Rescuer
North Shore Rescue has started a crowdfunding campaign to help save one of their own. 34-year-old father of two and rescue team member, Jay Piggot, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of...
View ArticleThe Holidays are a Huge Waste
Having spent some time in a landfill, I can attest to the fact that the holiday season generates a massive amount of waste. Half-eaten cakes, barely used toys, and bags full of gift wrap find their way...
View ArticleProperty assessments, explained
It was a slow news week last week. Combine that with the media’s ravenous appetite for real estate gossip, and the increase on your 2016 Property Assessment is once again an exciting topic. Yes, there...
View Article$36 M Mountain Highway Interchange Project
The public is invited to attend a drop-in open house on Tuesday, January 19 to learn more about the $36-million Mountain Highway Interchange project designed to improve traffic flow and safety on the...
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