Explainer: The COVID-19 U.K. variant in B.C.
Studies suggest that a newly found COVID variant spreads easier and faster
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Basic income in Canada
Why some scholars think that a basic income could help fix economic issues after the pandemic
Explainer: The plan for COVID-19 vaccine distribution in B.C.
Vaccines are being distributed in order of two priority groups, and the majority of British Columbians can receive the vaccine by the end of 2021
New mentorship program connects KPU students and alumni, one virtual coffee at a time
The program is a partnership between KPU Alumni and Ten Thousand Coffees
City organizations receive funding to support those affected by Vancouver’s overdose crisis
One hundred thousand dollars will fund projects ranging from educational support, to spreading Christmas cheer
Explainer: Surrey’s property tax increase and 2021 budget
Two councillors stepped down from their roles in the Parcel Tax Review Committee in protest of the tax hike
Explainer: The B.C. Recovery Benefit
Applications open to receive a ‘one-time, tax-free payment’ from the provincial government
Explainer: Bill C-15, Indigenous rights and UNDRIP
Here’s the details on the bill, what it could offer, and what is being said about it
Explainer: The farmers’ protest in Delhi
How a movement in India has gained mass support in Canada
Zero textbook cost initiative continues to save students millions of dollars
The initiative provides open learning textbooks in courses taught at KPU
Explainer: Vancouver’s bid to decriminalize small drug possessions
After passing a motion to city council awaits the federal government’s approval
City food banks feel the heat as winter approaches
The number of people dependent on food banks is expected to climb in the coming months
SFU hosts online panel to discuss what the economy could look like after COVID-19
Five presenters examined how city economies have been shaken by the pandemic
KPU fundraises for student bursaries for GivingTuesday
The KPU Foundation and Alumni Association are participating in the global charity campaign by donating and fundraising for students