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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.

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Recent Work by Lauren

Burnaby Central Railway ready to roll into a new season this week

Burnaby Central Railway ready to roll into a new season this week

All aboard for Burnaby Central Railway's opening day this Friday.
Could Burnaby's Deer Lake be swimmable again? It'll take work — it's in 'rough shape'

Could Burnaby's Deer Lake be swimmable again? It'll take work — it's in 'rough shape'

Researchers say getting Deer Lake swimmable again will take 'a lot of time and a lot of effort.'
'It's a shame': Burnaby council sidesteps discussion on total politician pay

'It's a shame': Burnaby council sidesteps discussion on total politician pay

Councillors refused to second a motion by Coun. Richard Lee on creating a document detailing how much politicians are paid across government bodies.
This renowned chef is bringing three-course culinary excellence to Burnaby restaurant pop-up

This renowned chef is bringing three-course culinary excellence to Burnaby restaurant pop-up

Chef Ned Bell is popping up at The Gray Olive Cafeteria.
This bus route (both detested and beloved) from Burnaby to UBC celebrates 50 years

This bus route (both detested and beloved) from Burnaby to UBC celebrates 50 years

Happy 50th birthday, No. 49!
'Pretty crazy': This new Burnaby disc golf course is one of the world's most popular

'Pretty crazy': This new Burnaby disc golf course is one of the world's most popular

Burnaby's new 18-hole disc golf course at Central Park has made an international list of most played courses.
Did you know Burnaby owns a collection of giant animatronic dinosaurs?

Did you know Burnaby owns a collection of giant animatronic dinosaurs?

The city says the dinosaurs are a 'huge hit' with kids and parents.
'Bike playground' for kids under consideration in Burnaby

'Bike playground' for kids under consideration in Burnaby

Staff will look into a playground intended to provide a safe and protected space for kids to learn to bike.
Dino demonstrator descends on Burnaby City Hall over TMX 'sweetheart deal'

Dino demonstrator descends on Burnaby City Hall over TMX 'sweetheart deal'

Burnaby mayor and council have been awarded 'Dinosaurs of 2025' for a controversial agreement with Trans Mountain.
E-bike share program expands on Burnaby Mountain amid increasing interest in micromobility

E-bike share program expands on Burnaby Mountain amid increasing interest in micromobility

The UniverCity neighbourhood has three new Evolve e-bike share parking stations.
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