Dean Recksiedler

1 week ago | vancouver.citynews.ca | Dean Recksiedler |Charlie Carey

Parents are bracing for cuts at Surrey Schools next year, with some saying their children's futures are being shortchanged. School District 36 is facing a $16 million budget shortfall in the upcoming year. The district will be finalizing its budget next week, and there are many things on the chopping block. From elementary band programs to educational assistant positions and learning centres for children with extra needs.

1 week ago | vancouver.citynews.ca | Dean Recksiedler |Charlie Carey

Multiple large police presences were seen around East Vancouver on Monday night after reports of two separate violent incidents. 1130 NewsRadio is trying to get more information about a possible stabbing in the Downtown Eastside. 1130 has been told a victim was found on Carrall Street near East Hastings Street around 9 p.m.According to reports, the victim was rushed to hospital.

2 weeks ago | vancouver.citynews.ca | Dean Recksiedler

People across Metro Vancouver can expect a boost in transit if the region's Mayors' Council gets its way. Despite significant financial pressures, it's looking at a plan to boost bus service and push ahead with its proposed rapid transit corridors along King George Boulevard in Surrey, between Burnaby and the North Shore, and between Langley and Maple Ridge.

3 weeks ago | vancouver.citynews.ca | Dean Recksiedler

As federal election day continues to inch closer, party leaders will be journeying across Canada this week, hoping to earn voters' confidence and come out victorious on April 28. One B.C. expert believes Liberal Party Leader Mark Carney is in the driver's seat, and has the most to lose, as polls have Carney either ahead or in a tie with Pierre Poilievre and the Conservatives.

4 weeks ago | vancouver.citynews.ca | Dean Recksiedler

British Columbia Premier David Eby is mincing no words when it comes to the importance of the upcoming federal election at the end of the month. Speaking to media on Thursday morning, Eby says the April 28 election is "the most consequential" one in Canadian history. Eby believes it's because of the trade war kicked off by United States President Donald Trump. He adds that whoever wins, they need to address two things immediately. "One is free trade across Canada, by the summer. This is achievable.