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With talk of D-Day and war, throne speech portrays B.C. in historic tariff battle

With talk of D-Day and war, throne speech portrays B.C. in historic tariff battle

VICTORIA — British Columbia's government has depicted the province on a battle footing against the threat of U.S. tariffs, as it faces its “most consequential time” since the Second World War.
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Powell River U18 Kings hit double digits in playoff win

Powell River U18 Kings hit double digits in playoff win

Minor hockey team advances to next round of Vancouver Island Amateur Hockey Association post-season play
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B.C. pension giant lags in climate action, ranks among Canada's worst: report

B.C. pension giant lags in climate action, ranks among Canada's worst: report

British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) holds an estimated $9 billion in fossil fuel investments spanning dozens of companies, according to the report.
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Rob Shaw: Time to break B.C.'s empty throne speech habit

Rob Shaw: Time to break B.C.'s empty throne speech habit

Other governments use throne speeches to outline real plans—why don't we?
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In memoriam: Milton Ira Hubbard

In memoriam: Milton Ira Hubbard

April 3, 1950 - January 18, 2025
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Les Leyne: Throne speech on instant economic growth goes against the NDP grain

Les Leyne: Throne speech on instant economic growth goes against the NDP grain

The concept of patriotism eroded dramatically as the initial unity against COVID-19 started to fail, and as antipathy to the Trudeau government took hold. It’s back with a vengeance now.
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Photos: Powell River Minor Hockey hosts Queens Cup tournament

Photos: Powell River Minor Hockey hosts Queens Cup tournament

13 teams in three divisions help showcase the growth of women's hockey at recreation complex
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Use of overdose prevention site in qathet rises

Use of overdose prevention site in qathet rises

Facility had 54,242 visits in 2024, helping reduce the number of drug-related deaths locally
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Powell River Regals stay undefeated in McCallum Cup series

Powell River Regals stay undefeated in McCallum Cup series

Overtime needed to determine winner in Lake Cowichan
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Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Facebook Marketplace scam, theft from a vehicle and impaired driving among 73 service calls last week
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