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4 months ago
A unique property on Pender Island, featuring a fig orchard, private pond, and a renovated West Coast-style home, is now available for $1.2 million. The listing at 5582 Hooson Rd offers a blend of indoor-outdoor living with modern amenities and ample open space. The property also includes a mature fig orchard, a private pond, and potential for future development.
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During a roundtable discussion in Washington, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer reiterated the 'America First' policy to Canadian attendees, emphasizing the administration's goals for the upcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico-Agreement. Greer highlighted the importance of energy collaboration between the two countries and expressed the desire for mutually beneficial development in critical minerals. The meeting also touched on Canada's green energy transition and its potential impact on trade relations with the U.S.
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The City of Vancouver is conducting a review of its Higher Buildings Policy for downtown areas to explore increased height allowances and public benefits. The review aims to shape the city's skyline while considering livability and sustainability.
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President Donald Trump granted approval for the Bridger Pipeline Expansion, a new oil pipeline carrying oil from Canada into the U.S. for export and refining. The project faces environmental concerns and opposition from groups worried about potential spills.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney announced additional financial support for skilled trades apprentices in the Liberal government's Spring Economic Update. The move aims to address the financial challenges faced by apprentices attending trades school.
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Calgary city council has voted in a new water conservation strategy to address the city's flawed water system, including limits on lawn watering and funds towards sealing leaky pipes. The goal is to reduce water demand, update water meters, and cut the city's per capita rate of water use by 20% by 2040.
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A Singapore-based private company, Boroo Ltd., has been chosen as a potential buyer for the defunct Eagle Gold mine in Yukon. The company has entered into an exclusivity agreement with the court-appointed receiver to negotiate the sale of the mine and related assets. The Yukon government is involved in the sale process to protect the interests of Yukoners.
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Alberta's government has announced the introduction of four new expedited teaching certificates to help address the growing need for teachers in classrooms. These certificates will allow qualified individuals, including bachelor of education students, internationally trained teachers, tradespeople, and skilled professionals, to enter classrooms sooner. The province emphasizes the importance of diverse skills and experience in teachers to support students effectively.
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Indigenous Elders, families, and individuals in Vancouver have started moving into 81 new homes at the Chief Leonard George Building, a nine-storey structure named after the late Chief Leonard George of səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). The project was a collaboration between BC Housing, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, the City of Vancouver, and the BC Indigenous Housing Society. The building, located at 1766 Frances St., replaces a property damaged by fire in 2017 and offers a mix of studio to four-bedroom units with amenities like a child care facility.
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The Ontario government has achieved a significant construction milestone by installing a 2.1-million-pound basemat module for the Unit 1 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) at Darlington. This marks the first foundation of a new nuclear reactor to be built in Ontario in over 30 years. Once complete, the project will produce 1,200 megawatts of electricity, enough to power 1.2 million homes.
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Alto CEO Martin Imbleau suggests that the Greater Toronto Area may require a secondary high-speed rail station to accommodate more passengers. The proposed network aims to have 72 trains running at speeds exceeding 300 km/h, with stops in various cities. However, the project faces opposition from some groups concerned about community impact and cost.
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Coquitlam City Council granted approval to a high-rise project in the Burquitlam neighbourhood by Cressey Development Group, despite setbacks caused by fires in 2024 and 2025. The project includes a 27-storey condo tower and a six-storey rental building, with a total of 233 condo units and 94 rental units. The development is expected to generate significant revenue for the City.