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British Columbians see progress in reducing racism and discrimination, study finds

British Columbians see progress in reducing racism and discrimination, study finds

Only about one in 10 Canadians think racism is worse now than a few generations ago, according to Angus Reid Institute polling.
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Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society tells a tale of two bucks

Powell River Orphaned Wildlife Society tells a tale of two bucks

PROWLS: Rescue of the week
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Social media magic: B.C. couple tracks down photographer of mountain proposal

Social media magic: B.C. couple tracks down photographer of mountain proposal

A B.C. couple recently got engaged and had a stranger capture the special moment.
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Green Leader Elizabeth May mulls seeking job as Speaker of House of Commons

Green Leader Elizabeth May mulls seeking job as Speaker of House of Commons

“I’m still thinking about it,” May said.
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Opinion: Family vlogs can entertain, empower and exploit

Opinion: Family vlogs can entertain, empower and exploit

Vlogging has emerged as a new source of intimate entertainment, and for creators, potential income. However, they also raise serious questions about exploitation and the privacy rights of children.
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Support for MAID higher in B.C. than across Canada, poll shows

Support for MAID higher in B.C. than across Canada, poll shows

Angus Reid Institute polling shows a high level of concern for mental health care resources in Canada as the federal government contemplates expanding MAID to mentally ill people.
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Powell River U13 Kings come back to beat Comox; U18s shut out

Powell River U13 Kings come back to beat Comox; U18s shut out

Local U15 rep team also in action tonight at recreation complex
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Powell River mayor: Show care and support by wearing orange

Powell River mayor: Show care and support by wearing orange

Ron Woznow delivers National Day for Truth and Reconciliation Day message
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Column: Decriminalization may need tweaking to ensure safe supply is safe for all

Column: Decriminalization may need tweaking to ensure safe supply is safe for all

B.C. needs a way to ensure safe supply doesn't end up with those who aren't already addicted to drugs.
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Opinion: Transportation paved the way for colonization — it can also support reconciliation

Opinion: Transportation paved the way for colonization — it can also support reconciliation

Transport development paved the way for colonization and is directly linked to the chronic and extreme social inequities Indigenous communities continue to face to this day.
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