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B.C. poised to become a quantum technology powerhouse

B.C. poised to become a quantum technology powerhouse

Experts say commercial quantum computing will be disruptive, available in five years.
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BCWS anticipating busy wildfire season, but not as extreme as record-breaking 2023

BCWS anticipating busy wildfire season, but not as extreme as record-breaking 2023

Forests Minister Bruce Ralston: "The wildfire season is well underway in British Columbia."
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'Waiting for more intel': Search for B.C. climbers missing 12 days on hold

'Waiting for more intel': Search for B.C. climbers missing 12 days on hold

More snow is expected to fall over Atwell Peak in the coming days, adding challenges to the search efforts.
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qathet region's Lift Community Services has new leader

qathet region's Lift Community Services has new leader

Kim Markel moves from being director of programs to executive director
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Fired B.C. environmental officer who feared for safety given years of back pay, job back

Fired B.C. environmental officer who feared for safety given years of back pay, job back

Former Canadian environmental officer who feared for her life at work wins multi-year case. The labour board ruling raises concerns she was fired as an example to other government employees.
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Letters: Kudos for reopening critical transit discussion on the Coast

Letters: Kudos for reopening critical transit discussion on the Coast

'My bus story:  In 2001, I was able to purchase property 10 km north of Halfmoon Bay after confirming  there would  be bus service available in my area as I don’t drive. Unfortunately, the service ended a few years later after going out of business.'
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Agriculture details provided for City of Powell River Council

Agriculture details provided for City of Powell River Council

Councillors hear presentation on land use planning
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Rob Shaw: B.C. pushes for dedicated disaster force to fight wildfires, floods

Rob Shaw: B.C. pushes for dedicated disaster force to fight wildfires, floods

Military can't be Ottawa's go-to response during disasters, say officials
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qathet art supply business shuffles to Marine Avenue

qathet art supply business shuffles to Marine Avenue

Bowling district revitalization happening with shops opening and patio upgrades
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Celebration of Life: Kelvin George

Celebration of Life: Kelvin George

June 29, 1956 - October 13, 2023
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