While Vancouver's overall budget has gone up by about 118 per cent this century, the budget for police services has gone up by approximately 140 per cent — from $135 million in 2001 to a proposed $324 million next year.

A giant red sign, hanging from the window of an empty storefront in Vancouver’s South Granville neighbourhood, sends a clear message. In bold white letters, the sign reads “rent reduced to compensate for insane property tax”— both an invitation for potential tenants and a statement to the city.

Surrey's 2020 budget includes an average 2.9 per cent property tax increase — approximately $59 for the average single-family home, staff estimate — along with one-time capital costs to help pay for the transition to an independent police force while the RCMP is still in operation. 

Trans Mountain Corp. is preparing to officially start construction on its pipeline expansion after years of delay.