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Powell River Council chooses to endorse immigration program

Powell River Council chooses to endorse immigration program

Mayor Ron Woznow pitches idea of bringing business immigrants here
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Natural‑health hub in qathet region expands to roomier location

Natural‑health hub in qathet region expands to roomier location

Kelly’s Health Shop marks 50 years with bigger store and grand opening
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Mario Canseco: Federal leaders on notice as B.C. voters prioritize housing

Mario Canseco: Federal leaders on notice as B.C. voters prioritize housing

Support is strong across age and ethnic groups for action tied to affordability, Research Co. survey reveals
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B.C. retailers willing to jeopardize profit to buy outside U.S.: survey

B.C. retailers willing to jeopardize profit to buy outside U.S.: survey

The survey found 58% of small- and medium-sized businesses are already getting supplies from new sources, and most are doing it despite the fact it’s likely to come with a higher price tag.
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Ferry workers' union calls for more federal funding for B.C. Ferries

Ferry workers' union calls for more federal funding for B.C. Ferries

The B.C. Ferry & Marine Workers’ Union says B.C. Ferries gets about $35 million annually from Ottawa, a fraction of what VIA Rail and an East Coast ferry service receive
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Photos: Sounds of jazz festival still echo through qathet region

Photos: Sounds of jazz festival still echo through qathet region

Variety of Canadian, international and local performers occupied Townsite stages earlier this month
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North-Island Powell River forum question covers coast guard, DFO

North-Island Powell River forum question covers coast guard, DFO

Audience member asks federal election candidates what they would do about 'under-resourced, undermanned' service
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City of Powell River approves variance permit for subdivision

City of Powell River approves variance permit for subdivision

Council allows reduced setbacks for property on Courtenay Street in Westview
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Long-term U.S. tariffs could devastate Canada's energy sector, Deloitte warns

Long-term U.S. tariffs could devastate Canada's energy sector, Deloitte warns

A 25% U.S. tariff could slash Canada's oil, gas and mining output by nearly 7% by 2030, says Canada's largest professional services firm.
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Intimate partner violence affects men too: A look at the prevalence and consequences

Intimate partner violence affects men too: A look at the prevalence and consequences

A new SFU study highlights the need for attention to this issue, which victims often ignore.
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