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Colourful varied thrushes have made their way to qathet

Colourful varied thrushes have made their way to qathet

Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society sees uptick in injured birds this past week
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Squamish raised the funds, but where's the net gun?

Squamish raised the funds, but where's the net gun?

Wildlife volunteer who helped Wilson the Goose raises concerns over a community-funded net gun that was expected back in October; Wildlife Rescue Association says it is working on getting it.
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Dam good news: Why Squamish needs beavers

Dam good news: Why Squamish needs beavers

How beavers contribute to biodiversity, drought prevention, and a healthier ecosystem.
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Paddleboarder fined $2,500 for getting too close to orcas in Ucluelet

Paddleboarder fined $2,500 for getting too close to orcas in Ucluelet

A 40-year-old woman was convicted of breaching the federal Fisheries Act after she was filmed paddleboarding near a pod of transient killer whales in Ucluelet Harbour.
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Coyote alert issued for Stawamus Dike and Valleycliffe

Coyote alert issued for Stawamus Dike and Valleycliffe

Authorities warn residents about increased coyote activity and share tips on how to stay safe.
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Adoptable pet of the week: Grizzy is a cairn terrier mix who’s always on the go

Adoptable pet of the week: Grizzy is a cairn terrier mix who’s always on the go

Who could say no to that cute face?
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Hummingbirds at risk of 'tongue injuries' from frozen feeders

Hummingbirds at risk of 'tongue injuries' from frozen feeders

The Wildlife Rescue Assocation of BC encourages the public to keep feeders thawed and clean.
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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.
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Adoptable pet of the month: Charming eight-month-old bulldog

Adoptable pet of the month: Charming eight-month-old bulldog

Dog that adores people is waiting at BC SPCA-Powell River for a foster-to-adopt placement
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Tribunal rules Brannon the cat stays with B.C. woman after breakup

Tribunal rules Brannon the cat stays with B.C. woman after breakup

Whitney Anne Waite provided evidence she had the cat before her relationship with Nicholas Randal Dinardo
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