This week's podcast discusses several North Shore news items. Firstly, it examines the impact of amended competition laws on grocery prices, focusing on Walmart Canada's decision to waive exclusivity clauses in their leases. Secondly, it explores the controversy surrounding the funding of a new $17.75 million track and field facility in West Vancouver. Thirdly, it reports on a coyote attack in Richmond and advises on safety precautions. Finally, it features a positive story about the unveiling of an Indigenous artwork by Jordan Galley at the Phibbs exchange in North Vancouver.

• (00:00) - Intro
• (00:25) - Grocery Shake up
• (02:35) - New WV track facility
• (04:48) - Coyote attack
• (06:56) - Indigenous artwork at Bus Exchange
• (09:50) - Wrapup

This week's news extends beyond the North Shore to cover the latest on the Postal Strike, what is the best long-term Christmas tree purchase for the environment and ho AI is helping cities speed up Housing Approvals

• (00:00) - Intro
• (00:36) - Canada Post STrike
• (03:13) - Christmas Tree Decision
• (06:03) - AI to the rescue
• (07:53) - Wrap-up

This collection of North Shore News articles covers several key local issues. A significant price hike for FortisBC natural gas is detailed, alongside a planned redevelopment of Capilano Mall, including eleven residential towers. Further articles feature a charity bentwood box auction benefiting Indigenous youth, and an analysis of the Port of Vancouver's challenges and ambitions in navigating international trade complexities

• (00:05) - Natural Gas Inflation
• (01:20) - Capilano Mall Development Proposals
• (02:25) - Port Upgrade
• (04:50) - Bentwood Box Charity Auction
• (06:30) - Wrap-up