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The words "Why isn't the additional school tax being used for schools?" over a photo of children sitting in a classroom watching a lesson.

The words "Why isn't the additional school tax being used for schools?" over a photo of children sitting in a classroom watching a lesson.

The AST should be for our schools!

The province has been generating roughly $100 million annually from Vancouver alone. Let's pressure out local MLAs to get the AST funding future generations and the supports that nurture them.

win.newmode.net/greenpartyof...

#VanPoli

05.03.2026 18:57 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Here's how suspects are using hot glue to break into Metro Vancouver apartments vancouversun.com/news/suspect...

03.03.2026 23:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Gone in five minutes: After (very) brief appearance, Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim leaves more unanswered questions vancouversun.com/opinion/colu...

04.03.2026 04:30 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 6
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Car Free Day cancelled for Main Street, Commercial Drive, Denman Street vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...

03.03.2026 02:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Eat Streets: A United Nations of cuisine on Vancouver's Victoria Drive Stretch between East 34th-37th isn't trendy like Yaletown but it is rich in delicious food. PLUS: See where to eat with our interactive map.

NEW SERIES: Eat Streets explores the restaurants that bring Metro Vancouver neighbourhoods to life. Here, we look at 3 blocks of Vancouver's Victoria Drive where there are there are more than 30 restaurants and cafΓ©s serving food from around the world:

vancouversun.com/feature/eat-...

03.03.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

"I apologized."

27.02.2026 20:19 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
A graphic of a hot pink t-shirt and the words "Pink Shirt Day" next to it.

A graphic of a hot pink t-shirt and the words "Pink Shirt Day" next to it.

Today is a reminder to stand up to bullying.

It takes many shapes, from criticizing looks to spreading lies. It can all hurt, and can often perpetuate a cycle of more bullying.

Remember: one of the best ways we can stand up to bullying is by preventing it in the first place with proper supports.

25.02.2026 19:27 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

After Cllr Lenny Zhou is caught publishing defamatory libel, manufacturing falsehoods accusing us of being drug users/dealers and fomenting ugly divisive rhetoric
--this statement is not an apology, it's not even an excuse.

Zhou, communicating solely to media, while mayor so far fails to disavow.

25.02.2026 00:12 πŸ‘ 65 πŸ” 21 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 1
A photo of Vancouver's BC Place and above it the words, "Sign up to speak! Keep ICE out of the World Cup". The word "ICE" is crossed out.

A photo of Vancouver's BC Place and above it the words, "Sign up to speak! Keep ICE out of the World Cup". The word "ICE" is crossed out.

To keep the FIFA World Cup fun for all, and be a successful event for the city, @ptfry.bsky.social is teaming up with @copevancouver.bsky.social's @seanorr.bsky.social on a motion to keep ICE out of our games.

The deadline for you to sign up to speak is Feb. 24 by 5pm.

vancouver.ca/your-governm...

20.02.2026 21:46 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks for sharing!

It's a fine line to provide options people want and need but not so many as to overwhelm. Something we plan to keep in mind as we put forward candidates.

18.02.2026 21:20 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of downtown Vancouver in Gastown at night, with a crescent moon in the sky and the words, "Ramadan Mubarak".

A photo of downtown Vancouver in Gastown at night, with a crescent moon in the sky and the words, "Ramadan Mubarak".

Last night, observance of Ramadan began with the First Tarawih, coinciding with the first crescent of the new moon.

Today is the first full day of Ramadan for our city's Muslim community, with the next month being dedicated to prayer, fasting, and charity.

18.02.2026 21:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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B.C. budget: Here’s which taxes are increasing This year’s budget makes some changes to British Columbia’s tax system, raising some rates in a move the province says is necessary to boost revenue and protect core services from cuts.

B.C. budget: Here’s which taxes are increasing

18.02.2026 17:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The words, "Press Release: Greens Call for Concrete Agreement on Limiting and Unity"

The words, "Press Release: Greens Call for Concrete Agreement on Limiting and Unity"

The first part of the press release, which can be read at https://www.vangreens.ca/greens_call_for_concrete_agreement_on_limiting_and_unity"

The first part of the press release, which can be read at https://www.vangreens.ca/greens_call_for_concrete_agreement_on_limiting_and_unity"

The rest of the press release, which can be read at https://www.vangreens.ca/greens_call_for_concrete_agreement_on_limiting_and_unity"

The rest of the press release, which can be read at https://www.vangreens.ca/greens_call_for_concrete_agreement_on_limiting_and_unity"

"Vancouver voters expect cooperation grounded in fairness and mutual respect. We remain ready to deliver it."

Our press release is available here: www.vangreens.ca/greens_call_...

#VanPoli

17.02.2026 22:25 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
The words, "Happy Lunar New Year!" over a photo of the intersection signs of Carrall St. and E Pender St. in Vancouver's Chinatown.

The words, "Happy Lunar New Year!" over a photo of the intersection signs of Carrall St. and E Pender St. in Vancouver's Chinatown.

ζ­ε–œε‘θ΄’ or "Gōng xǐ fā cΓ‘i!" to all who celebrate the arrival of the Lunar New Year.

Beyond its Chinese origins, several other East, South, and Southeast Asian cultures celebrate the changeover in the lunar calendar.

The 52nd annual Lunar New Year Parade is this Sunday, Feb. 22, starting at 11am!

17.02.2026 20:56 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Supports That Build Stronger Families | The Tyee This Family Day, join Family Services of Greater Vancouver in helping to shape the future of our communities.

By providing families with the help they need, when they need it, and according to their individual circumstances, Family Services of Greater Vancouver helps lay foundations for a brighter future. πŸ§‘β€πŸ§‘β€πŸ§’β€πŸ§’ #TyeePresents #Sponsored

16.02.2026 15:25 πŸ‘ 17 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What's open and closed on Family Day 2026 in Metro Vancouver vancouversun.com/news/whats-o...

16.02.2026 16:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Will BC Axe FireSmart Funding in Tomorrow’s Budget? | The Tyee The province has suggested fire prevention funding will be centralized. Local officials are concerned.

As provincial politicians look to trim B.C.’s deficit, their municipal counterparts are worried about the future of a program that helps protect communities from wildfires.

@tyolsen.bsky.social reports. πŸ”₯ #bcpoli #BCBudget2026

16.02.2026 15:24 πŸ‘ 24 πŸ” 15 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 3
A graphic with four female-presenting profiled silhouettes and the words, "Today we walk in solidarity. Today we walk in remembrance. 35th Annual Women's Memorial March" above.

A graphic with four female-presenting profiled silhouettes and the words, "Today we walk in solidarity. Today we walk in remembrance. 35th Annual Women's Memorial March" above.

Today, the community is gathering in remembrance, solidarity, and commemoration of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S+) from across Canada.

You can join this solemn event to honour them, their families, and loved ones. Learn more: ywcabc.org/blog/2026/01...

14.02.2026 16:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A stylized photo of Vancouver City Hall and beside it the words, "Welcome to the mayoral race, William!"

A stylized photo of Vancouver City Hall and beside it the words, "Welcome to the mayoral race, William!"

Congrats William Azaroff! Also, congrats to Amanda Burrows for a solid campaign!

That said, we are very aware of the need for ongoing communication & collaboration focused on a coalition rather than party politics or fighting for a majority council.

Our statement: www.vangreens.ca/greens_welco...

12.02.2026 19:29 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
We are horrified and heartbroken by the devastating tragedy that occurred in Tumbler Ridge yesterday.

That this violence occurred in a school, which is meant to be a place of safety, learning, and 
hope for the future, makes this all the more 
painful and difficult to comprehend.

Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and the entire community of Tumbler Ridge.

We are horrified and heartbroken by the devastating tragedy that occurred in Tumbler Ridge yesterday. That this violence occurred in a school, which is meant to be a place of safety, learning, and hope for the future, makes this all the more painful and difficult to comprehend. Our hearts go out to the victims, their families, and the entire community of Tumbler Ridge.

Supports are Available

BC Mental Health Support Line
310-6789 (no area code needed)

Kids Help Phone
1-800-668-6868
Text β€œCONNECT” to 686868

BC’s Help Starts Here Website
helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca

Supports are Available BC Mental Health Support Line 310-6789 (no area code needed) Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 Text β€œCONNECT” to 686868 BC’s Help Starts Here Website helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca

11.02.2026 17:33 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Even Full-Time Workers Struggle to Afford Food in Canada: Study | The Tyee Researcher Tim Li says it’s a sign that wages aren’t keeping up with inflation.

A quarter of Canadian families are facing food insecurity even when most have a breadwinner working a permanent, full-time job, new research suggests.

@isaacphannay.bsky.social reports. πŸ₯¬ #canlab #canpoli

06.02.2026 15:53 πŸ‘ 100 πŸ” 50 πŸ’¬ 8 πŸ“Œ 7
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Vancouver falling behind other Canadian cities in building bike routes vancouversun.com/news/vancouv...

06.02.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Coun. Pete Fry announces run for Vancouver mayor | CBC News Pete Fry is hoping that for the first time since 2005, Vancouverites might elect a city councillor as its next mayor.

Vancouver councillor Pete Fry has announced he’s running for mayor.

Here’s my interview with him on his candidacy, priorities, and the current state of the race.

And we’ve got a BONUS FRIDAY podcast episode with him coming out today as well.

30.01.2026 20:41 πŸ‘ 64 πŸ” 13 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 4
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Here's how much B.C. Parks camping fees will increase in 2026 vancouversun.com/news/bc-park...

30.01.2026 05:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of the Al-Jama Masjid in Vancouver with bold text beside it that reads, "NO NEED FOR HATE" and below that "Today we honour the Day of Remembrance & Action on Islamophobia".

A photo of the Al-Jama Masjid in Vancouver with bold text beside it that reads, "NO NEED FOR HATE" and below that "Today we honour the Day of Remembrance & Action on Islamophobia".

The Quebec City mosque attack was a tragedy fuelled by hate. Today we honour the victims and survivors.

It's on all of us to do better and hold each other accountable. We're all in this together.

Part of bridging cultures & beliefs is understanding:
pakcanbc.com/al-jamia-mas...
www.ajyal.ca

29.01.2026 20:18 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Save-On-Foods Union Is Concerned about Pattison’s Warehouse Sale to ICE | The Tyee But UFCW Local 1518 says calls for a boycott of the grocery store could hurt workers.

The union for workers at Jim Pattison-owned Save-On-Foods says it has raised concerns about another Pattison company’s sale of a Virginia warehouse for use as a detention centre for ICE.

@isaacphannay.bsky.social reports. #uspoli #bclab

29.01.2026 15:57 πŸ‘ 105 πŸ” 50 πŸ’¬ 7 πŸ“Œ 2
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Hootsuite’s ICE Contract Puts Employees in a Tough Spot | The Tyee Employee backlash killed an ICE deal in 2020, but a law professor says times have changed.

Scrawled in chalk outside Hootsuite’s office in Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant neighbourhood are messages denouncing the company’s contract with #ICE.

@isaacphannay.bsky.social reports. #uspoli #vanpoli

29.01.2026 16:25 πŸ‘ 82 πŸ” 28 πŸ’¬ 3 πŸ“Œ 3

As the kids say, "πŸ‘€".

29.01.2026 18:40 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

In this layperson running the socials account's totally educated parlance on the subject, "Yeesh!"

But yes, it's really not shocking that it would've been a bad, bad idea. Good to see the proof of it.

29.01.2026 18:36 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Really great thoughts in this piece.

Voting in Vancouver should be easy & accessible. Over the coming months, expect us to keep our platforms clear & respectful to everyone's time & "political fluency".

What would you say we've nailed in the past?

Where do you think we can work harder?

#VanPoli

28.01.2026 20:20 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1