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Let’s Talk Trash: Waste during power outages

Let’s Talk Trash: Waste during power outages

With some preparation and a little luck, no power can be no problem
Mental-health services come too late, experts say, after uptick in violence

Mental-health services come too late, experts say, after uptick in violence

Most acts of violence are not committed by mentally ill people and that they are more likely to be victims of violence or of self-harm.
25 great films to teach kids about the environment

25 great films to teach kids about the environment

Why not start conversations with children about our relationship with nature through film?
Mario Canseco: Poll shows British Columbians most likely to dream about ‘next big thing’

Mario Canseco: Poll shows British Columbians most likely to dream about ‘next big thing’

Polling by Glacier Media and Research Co. found prospective B.C. entrepreneurs primarily look at opportunities in hospitality and food, and entertainment and recreation
Good morning, Peak readers

Good morning, Peak readers

Photo feature of the day, today in history, the weather forecast and local gas prices
In B.C, precarious work is the new normal

In B.C, precarious work is the new normal

Groundbreaking research finds ‘good jobs’ are being replaced by work that leaves people struggling.
Section of B.C. child protection act unconstitutional, court rules

Section of B.C. child protection act unconstitutional, court rules

Parents may not know when the Ministry of Children and Family Development has obtained their private health records without consent.
Day of mourning proclaimed by City of Powell River Council

Day of mourning proclaimed by City of Powell River Council

Councillors, mayor hear presentation on worker health and safety
Delays continue to plague B.C. workers struggling to access justice

Delays continue to plague B.C. workers struggling to access justice

Despite budget increases, the Employment Standards Branch is failing to meet its own response time targets.
Tla'amin Nation carver creates award for choral gathering

Tla'amin Nation carver creates award for choral gathering

Red cedar paddle being carved for International Choral Kathaumixw