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You can now nominate a deserving person for B.C.'s highest civilian honours

You can now nominate a deserving person for B.C.'s highest civilian honours

Know someone who's gone above and beyond for the community? Submit their candidacy by April 2025.
How cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger became the scents of winter holidays, far from their tropical origins

How cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger became the scents of winter holidays, far from their tropical origins

The Conversation breaks down how "warm" spices became the key scents of winter holidays over hundreds of years.
I suffer from gift-opening anxiety. Am I the only one?

I suffer from gift-opening anxiety. Am I the only one?

While gripping that mystery box or bag with a dozen sets of eyes on me, I’m afraid I’ll say something foolish, or I won’t show the right level of appreciation.
Column: Treasure the simple holiday moments — even the sad Santa photos

Column: Treasure the simple holiday moments — even the sad Santa photos

It's important to hold on to every memory at Christmas.
B.C.'s Minister of Health Josie Osborne talks about her new role

B.C.'s Minister of Health Josie Osborne talks about her new role

Osborne: "When the premier first told me, I was very surprised."
Celebrate free, family-friendly Japanese New Year event in Burnaby

Celebrate free, family-friendly Japanese New Year event in Burnaby

Spend the day playing fun activities and games to celebrate the Japanese New Year.
'Pack your patience': Here’s how to navigate busy airports during holiday season

'Pack your patience': Here’s how to navigate busy airports during holiday season

Insiders share their tips for take off, from booking your spot in line at security ahead of time to only trying to board when your zone is called.
Flight cancellations, airline closures and strikes: The top 5 travel stories impacting Metro Vancouver travellers in 2024

Flight cancellations, airline closures and strikes: The top 5 travel stories impacting Metro Vancouver travellers in 2024

Have a look at the top travel stories that impacted Metro Vancouverites in 2024.
Can we teach kids about the most wonderful — and most sorrowful — time of the year?

Can we teach kids about the most wonderful — and most sorrowful — time of the year?

It's a season of magic, yes — but also one of grief, gratitude and appreciation for the things we no longer have.
Photos: Heritage Christmas returns to the Burnaby Village Museum

Photos: Heritage Christmas returns to the Burnaby Village Museum

Carol singers, roving entertainers, and Father Christmas delighted visitors at the annual event which runs through the holiday season.