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Poll suggests 13% of Canadians think Canada should become the 51st American state

Poll suggests 13% of Canadians think Canada should become the 51st American state

OTTAWA — President-elect Donald Trump mockingly referred to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the governor of the "Great State of Canada" on his social media account early Tuesday.
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Colder weather is here in the qathet region

Colder weather is here in the qathet region

Next two days will be dry with a mix of sun and cloud
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Gorge shuts out Powell River Villa at Timberlane Park

Gorge shuts out Powell River Villa at Timberlane Park

One match remains on Vancouver Island Soccer League schedule before winter break
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Canada Post strike on day 26 as union sends new proposals

Canada Post strike on day 26 as union sends new proposals

One of the key issues in bargaining has been a potential expansion into weekend deliveries, with the two sides at odds over how to staff the expansion.
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In memoriam: Nellie Beck Bodlack

In memoriam: Nellie Beck Bodlack

June 18, 1928 - October 22, 2024
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Anonymous video prompts ministry to investigate B.C. slaughterhouse

Anonymous video prompts ministry to investigate B.C. slaughterhouse

Legal complaint alleges workers at a Chilliwack, B.C., slaughterhouse illegally mutilated and injured still conscious pigs.
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Mario Canseco: Three-quarters of British Columbians support speed-on-green cameras

Mario Canseco: Three-quarters of British Columbians support speed-on-green cameras

Survey reveals public approval for automated speed enforcement and slower residential speeds remains high across the province
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B.C. wingsuit base jumper died in Squamish 'doing what she loved'

B.C. wingsuit base jumper died in Squamish 'doing what she loved'

Family and friends are sharing memories of the accomplished woman who was well known in the BASE jumping community.
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'Best job I've ever had': Bubbly B.C. crossing guard brings joy to all who walk with him

'Best job I've ever had': Bubbly B.C. crossing guard brings joy to all who walk with him

Terrence Pitts, who's been on the job for six years, says bringing smiles to people's faces is a highlight of the gig.
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Housing needs forecast highlighted for Powell River Council

Housing needs forecast highlighted for Powell River Council

City staff reveal projections for the next five and 20 years to meet provincial requirements
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