Sturgeon Bank project aims to restore ecosystems and prevent flooding
The project could start later this year, depending on provincial and federal funding
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B.C. creating hotline for reporting racist incidents
Following the sharp increase in racist hate crimes, the province will be offering a multilingual support and referral line
Explainer: Online learning and KPU student rights
KSA advocacy coordinator says online learning can lead to miscommunication and complaints
Explainer: What’s new in B.C.’s money laundering commission
The Cullen Commission is holding hearings with former political leaders and witnesses until May 14
Explainer: Vancouver’s journey towards decriminalization
Vancouver could receive an exemption for personal use of illicit substances in Canada
Sher Vancouver releases survival guide for queer newcomers and students
The guide includes information on public post-secondary schools and LGBTQ+ specific supports
Empower Surrey aims to keep youth safe from gang life
Trusted adults, caregivers, and parents can prevent youth involvement in gang-related activities
Explainer: The results of the 2021 Liberal and NDP conventions
With an election emerging, the two parties approved over 30 policies for the country
KPU’s Dr. Rajiv Jhangiani to speak at summit on technology use in higher education
The BCNET CONNECT 2021 summit will run from April 27 to 29
KSA welcomes new reps and releases final election report at April council meeting
Jaya Dhillon and Lesli Sangha took oaths of office at the first meeting following the general election
A look at the University of British Columbia’s new Indigenous Language Fluency Program
UBCO will be the first Canadian university to offer a program centred around learning the Nsyilxcen Indigenous language
Report uncovers use of toxic chemicals in sportswear
Chemicals such as phthalates have been used in sportswear to keep it sweat free, according to Greenpeace
KPU nearing completion of animal care policy
The policy will offer guidelines for how animals must be treated in academic research
Explainer: The Supreme Court ruling on carbon pricing in Canada
The results from the judges came down to 6-3