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British Columbians with major depression paying $700 a week for help

British Columbians with major depression paying $700 a week for help

Treating depression cost B.C.'s health system more than $1.5 billion over two years, shows SFU study.
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Editorial: Winter woes

Editorial: Winter woes

By acknowledging the difficulties faced by others and offering support, we can create a more empathetic and understanding society
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B.C. Boxing Day double-stabbing accused get bail

B.C. Boxing Day double-stabbing accused get bail

Sheldon Cefre Ilbegi-Asli's bail conditions include attending an addiction treatment facility and counselling.
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qathet region fire departments receive funding

qathet region fire departments receive funding

Grant of $96,000 will go toward building resiliency for firefighters
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Calgary youth charged with attempted murder in B.C. shooting

Calgary youth charged with attempted murder in B.C. shooting

A second person from Calgary has been charged in connection to a Surrey shooting.
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North Island – Powell River MP calls for loan extension

North Island – Powell River MP calls for loan extension

Rachel Blaney wants repayment deadline for businesses to be advanced
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qRD board willing to add member to homelessness task force

qRD board willing to add member to homelessness task force

Tla’amin Nation and City of Powell River will be copied on correspondence to Lift Community Services from qathet Regional District
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Rob Shaw: Minister Mitzi Dean runs out of resets

Rob Shaw: Minister Mitzi Dean runs out of resets

The ongoing stumbles of the former children’s minister finally caused the premier to lose his patience
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Watch: Rare, 'up-close opportunity' with sea lions in Vancouver neighbourhood

Watch: Rare, 'up-close opportunity' with sea lions in Vancouver neighbourhood

A research scientist with Fisheries and Oceans Canada says their presence is a "normal situation, but may be rare" for downtown Vancouver.
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In memoriam: Neil Allan Groat

In memoriam: Neil Allan Groat

October 10, 1937 - December 29, 2023
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