Highlights

Netflix phases out 'basic' streaming plan from its subscription options in Canada

Netflix Canada is done with being basic. The streaming giant says it's phasing out the $9.99 "basic" option from its price plans, taking away the cheapest subscription without ads.

Jun 23, 2023 1:32 PM Read more >

Southern resident killer whale pod welcomes new baby

It’s not clear yet who the mother is.

Jun 23, 2023 1:05 PM Read more >

Cats surrendered from property in Powell River

BC SPCA caring for 29 cats and kittens that need medical care

Jun 23, 2023 12:30 PM Read more >

B.C. public schools move away from letter grades from kindergarten to Grade 9

All students from kindergarten to Grade 9 in British Columbia public schools will now be assessed with a proficiency scale instead of letter grades.

Jun 23, 2023 11:45 AM Read more >

North Island - Powell River MP opposes CEO salaries

Rachel Blaney outlines NDP plan to tax corporations with highly paid leaders

Jun 23, 2023 11:13 AM Read more >

B.C. man's 'self defence' claim in crossbow deaths of black bear and cub rejected by judge

The judge noted Millar went inside his home to retrieve his bows, and then came back outside. “That does not sound like self-defence.”

Jun 23, 2023 10:12 AM Read more >

Fifteen-minute city? How about a 15-minute neighbourhood

A new report applies the urban planning concept to small and medium-sized communities in B.C.

Jun 23, 2023 9:41 AM Read more >

School District 47 completes carbon neutral action report

Report from secretary-treasurer for the calendar year 2022 details greenhouse gas emissions and offsets

Jun 23, 2023 9:39 AM Read more >

50 years ago: Powell River Recreation Complex referendum passes

Facility remains a jewel of the community

Jun 23, 2023 7:45 AM Read more >

Rob Shaw: Under David Eby, Royal Museum of BC won't be much different, just not the same

The power struggle between the minister and the CEO is over, but the long-term vision is unclear

Jun 23, 2023 6:00 AM Read more >