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Lauren Vanderdeen

Lauren Vanderdeen

Lauren Vanderdeen is a reporter for the Burnaby Now, covering city hall and general news. A graduate of Langara College's journalism program, she loves reporting community stories — particularly involving transportation and arts.

Before journalism, Lauren studied Latin and ancient Greek in Halifax, N.S., and later spent time working in Port Moody arts organizations.

An avid TransLink rider, she's easily spotted on the Millennium Line, and can be found walking all over Metro Vancouver. Send her an email anytime.

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Recent Work by Lauren

Here's four things to do this weekend in Burnaby: Feb. 21-23

Here's four things to do this weekend in Burnaby: Feb. 21-23

There's lots to do locally, from walking in the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser, to checking out opera at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts.
Is it Burnaby's job to fund grants to help feed hungry residents?

Is it Burnaby's job to fund grants to help feed hungry residents?

Burnaby councillors want to fund food security organizations and initiatives, though some said it's not a municipal responsibility.
Burnaby's event attendance has risen 500% since 2019 — what's next?

Burnaby's event attendance has risen 500% since 2019 — what's next?

The success of Burnaby's signature events means more staff and security are needed in response.
It would cost Burnaby almost $700K to shut down a major road for Car Free Day

It would cost Burnaby almost $700K to shut down a major road for Car Free Day

City staff gave councillors three options — and three budgets — to consider if they want the city to host a Car Free Day.
'Another attack on workers': Burnaby supports postal workers' union amid Canada Post review

'Another attack on workers': Burnaby supports postal workers' union amid Canada Post review

There's a new commission reviewing Canada Post.
New art exhibit 'Umami' in Burnaby explores Japanese Canadian experience

New art exhibit 'Umami' in Burnaby explores Japanese Canadian experience

'Umami: Savouring Artistic Nikkei Identity' runs from Feb. 8 to May 17 and May 27 to Sept. 27 at the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre.
What to do for Family Day weekend in Burnaby: Feb. 15-17

What to do for Family Day weekend in Burnaby: Feb. 15-17

Have a laugh with renowned Canadian comics this weekend or get the family out to a card show at Bonsor Community Centre.
'Pretty crazy': This new Burnaby disc golf course is one of the world's most popular

'Pretty crazy': This new Burnaby disc golf course is one of the world's most popular

Burnaby's new 18-hole disc golf course at Central Park has made an international list of most played courses.
'So much fun': Burnaby students dive into free swimming lessons in school

'So much fun': Burnaby students dive into free swimming lessons in school

A new pilot program is making a splash with local elementary school kids.
Burnaby-Metro Vancouver lease for Burnaby Lake Park is $1 for 25 years

Burnaby-Metro Vancouver lease for Burnaby Lake Park is $1 for 25 years

The City of Burnaby and Metro Vancouver have agreed on a new lease for the long-term management of Burnaby Lake Regional Park.
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