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B.C. health minister vows overdose revamp after addictions portfolio is scrapped

B.C. health minister vows overdose revamp after addictions portfolio is scrapped

The stand-alone Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions, which advocates say had no "teeth," was created in 2017 to provide co-ordinated responses to the toxic drug crisis. It has now been absorbed into the Health Ministry.
Vancouver Island retailers take stock of federal government's GST holiday

Vancouver Island retailers take stock of federal government's GST holiday

Retailers are skeptical that a GST exemption would spur more spending during the holiday season.
Sechelt Arts Festival closer alights on Salish Sea

Sechelt Arts Festival closer alights on Salish Sea

The final chapter of the 2024 Sechelt Arts Festival began on Nov. 15, illuminating — literally — scores of admirers who attended its opening reception.
Opinion: 5 common misconceptions about women and entrepreneurship

Opinion: 5 common misconceptions about women and entrepreneurship

To make entrepreneurship more gender-inclusive, it's important to confront the underlying biases that create barriers for women.
qathet-based therapist sees addiction as ‘tip of the iceberg’

qathet-based therapist sees addiction as ‘tip of the iceberg’

Lisa Shatzky takes humanistic, meaning-centred, attachment-based and trauma-informed approach
Powell River Skating Club enjoys encouraging start to season

Powell River Skating Club enjoys encouraging start to season

First competition done and synchro team getting ready
B.C. church members get $3K in damages after bus breaks down, rude driver

B.C. church members get $3K in damages after bus breaks down, rude driver

Driver made disparaging comments about complainants' religion in emails, tribunal finds.
New player scores but Powell River Kings fall to Alberni Valley

New player scores but Powell River Kings fall to Alberni Valley

Bulldogs rally with four unanswered goals after Noah Samanski opens scoring for the home team
Bear killed in Maple Ridge after it attacked a man and his dog

Bear killed in Maple Ridge after it attacked a man and his dog

The Conservation Officer Service is reminding the public that bears are still active in many parts of B.C.
Kicking the Clutter: Here's what to do if you’re unhappy at work

Kicking the Clutter: Here's what to do if you’re unhappy at work

While a steady paycheque is important, it shouldn’t come at the price of your mental well-being