Skip to content
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.

Email
[email protected]

Recent Work by Lauren

The future of Burnaby's forests is up for debate. Have your say

The future of Burnaby's forests is up for debate. Have your say

Burnaby residents can give their two cents on the urban forest strategy.
These were the most and least expensive homes sold in Burnaby in 2024

These were the most and least expensive homes sold in Burnaby in 2024

The most and least expensive homes sold in Burnaby last year ranged from a $5.08-million detached home with six bedrooms and eight bathrooms to a $282,000 condo with potential for redevelopment.
Burnaby horseback riders rally against paving trail in park

Burnaby horseback riders rally against paving trail in park

Burnaby council approved paving a 1.3-kilometre section of trail in Burnaby Lake Park, but a group of horseback riders say it will end horseback riding in the park.
Burnaby mourns death of former councillor, 'Freeman' of Burnaby Egon Nikolai

Burnaby mourns death of former councillor, 'Freeman' of Burnaby Egon Nikolai

Dr. Egon Nikolai was a former city councillor and dentist who volunteered extensively around the world providing medical and dental aid.
Burnaby opens emergency warming centre for shelter from winter weather

Burnaby opens emergency warming centre for shelter from winter weather

The City of Burnaby has opened an overnight warming centre with 20 spaces Jan. 17.
Burnaby councillors urge staff to plan for extreme weather risks

Burnaby councillors urge staff to plan for extreme weather risks

Councillors are asking staff to study which areas of Burnaby are at high risk of flooding and wildfire and to make sure future land-use plans limit the risk to residents and property.
Burnaby to explore solar panels on golf course to charge electric golf carts

Burnaby to explore solar panels on golf course to charge electric golf carts

Can solar panels harvest enough energy to charge the electric golf carts at Riverway Golf Course? Burnaby wants to find out.
This beloved Burnaby theatre is seeking new management amid transition

This beloved Burnaby theatre is seeking new management amid transition

The Burnaby school board has asked the City of Burnaby to consider taking over operations of the theatre at Burnaby South Secondary School.
Burnaby unveils 'housing library' for pre-reviewed multiplex home designs

Burnaby unveils 'housing library' for pre-reviewed multiplex home designs

The city has released an online gallery of designs for multiplex homes that have been vetted by city staff to ensure they meet the BC Building Code and civic bylaws.
Lion dance class, dumpling eating contest coming to this Burnaby mall for Lunar New Year

Lion dance class, dumpling eating contest coming to this Burnaby mall for Lunar New Year

Get ready for Lunar New Year with a variety of family-friendly events and activities at Metrotown mall.
More work by Lauren >