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B.C. anti-fracking group ramps up campaign amid LNG project approval

B.C. anti-fracking group ramps up campaign amid LNG project approval

More than 30 banners and thousands of posters calling for an end to fracking were hung in communities across B.C.
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B.C. plans family law changes to decide who gets the pets when couples split

B.C. plans family law changes to decide who gets the pets when couples split

VICTORIA — The British Columbia government introduced legislation Monday that looks to ensure family custody battles over animals can become more pet-friendly. The important role pets play in families will now be considered in amendments to B.C.
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Councillors engage public about City of Powell River finances

Councillors engage public about City of Powell River finances

Finance committee hosts open house for dealing with taxation and financial plan
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Peak Carrier of the Month: Taylor Skorey

Peak Carrier of the Month: Taylor Skorey

Thank you, Taylor, for the great job you do
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qathet veterans honoured with Quilts of Valour

qathet veterans honoured with Quilts of Valour

Society presented quilts to those who served
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Grocery money, clean tech tax breaks expected in federal budget Tuesday

Grocery money, clean tech tax breaks expected in federal budget Tuesday

Canada's most recent Food Price Report predicted grocery bills for a family of four will be about $1,065 more this year.
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B.C. tribunal orders $9,755 payout to taxi driver over caste-based discrimination

B.C. tribunal orders $9,755 payout to taxi driver over caste-based discrimination

India’s caste system dividing Hindus was officially abolished in 1950, but the social hierarchy still pervades many aspects of life there. 
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Millennials dominate insolvencies as credit card, student loan, CERB tax debts add up

Millennials dominate insolvencies as credit card, student loan, CERB tax debts add up

Insolvency trustee Doug Hoyes encounters a lot of Canadians with money troubles, but he's become particularly sympathetic to the plight of young people who find themselves financially underwater.
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New Canadian helpline aims to reduce child sexual abuse — before it happens

New Canadian helpline aims to reduce child sexual abuse — before it happens

Talking for Change is a resource for people who want help managing inappropriate thoughts and urges.
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qathet Regional District referendum looms for Lund rec centre

qathet Regional District referendum looms for Lund rec centre

Board will go to voters for an asset vote regarding northside recreation centre renovation
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