Naveed Ahmad

Vancouver Airport CEO says talks about private investment already underway – BC

Prime Minister Mark Carney is pitching a plan for private investors to take over operations at Vancouver’s International Airport and Canada’s three other largest airports. Since 1992, YVR has been run by the not-for-profit Vancouver Airport Authority. Airport CEO Tamara Vrooman said the airport has been discussing private investment with Ottawa for months. “We look…

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DTES grocery retailer unsure of future after spending hundreds on safety – BC

DTES grocery retailer unsure of future after spending hundreds on safety – BC

Descrease article font dimension Improve article font dimension The homeowners of the one full-service grocery retailer in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside say they’re not sure if they may be capable to keep within the Woodward’s constructing. Pattison Meals Group says working Nesters Market is difficult, given the extent of crime within the neighbourhood. The corporate says…

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Galaxyland’s new Nerf roller-coaster nearly complete at West Edmonton Mall

A new green, orange and blue Nerf-themed roller-coaster is nearing completion inside Galaxyland at West Edmonton Mall, replacing the Mindbender that was decommissioned a few years ago. The coaster by Dutch amusement ride manufacturer Vekoma will feature two ride modes: family-friendly “Core” mode or a thrilling “Quantum” mode with added inversions, twists, and higher speed. “We ideally…

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Drones could take on bigger role in future wildfire firefighting – Okanagan

Kelowna is looking to strengthen its position as a Western Canadian hub for aerospace and drone technology through a new partnership involving the City of Kelowna, FireSwarm Solutions and Okanagan College. The formal partnerships were announced Tuesday at the Union of BC Municipalities convention in Vancouver. The collaboration comes after another difficult wildfire season in…

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