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Powell River mayor recognizes National Indigenous History Month

Powell River mayor recognizes National Indigenous History Month

June is when we are reminded to continue to celebrate the connection and collaboration we share with Indigenous Peoples of this and neighbouring regions ~ Dave Formosa
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Campfire ban coming into effect in qathet region and throughout BC

Campfire ban coming into effect in qathet region and throughout BC

Province issues order restricting open fires as of June 30 at noon.
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Survey shows poverty trends in qathet region

Survey shows poverty trends in qathet region

Report outlines community response to questionnaire on well-being
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North Island-Powell River MP praises class of 2021

North Island-Powell River MP praises class of 2021

As you’ve navigated your way through the COVID-19 pandemic, I hope you’ve also learned some things about yourself, what you value and hold dear, and what you are able to overcome ~ Rachel Blaney
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Powell River mayor commends grade 12 students on graduation milestone

Powell River mayor commends grade 12 students on graduation milestone

This class has the unique quality of having graduated through a global pandemic – a feat that has no doubt equipped these students with resilience in an especially pivotal time of life. ~ Dave Formosa
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qathet Regional District board chair offers message to 2021 graduates

qathet Regional District board chair offers message to 2021 graduates

You will always have your graduation year to look back at and draw inspiration from. ~ Patrick Brabazon
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VIDEO/PHOTOS: Class of 2021 parades through streets of Powell River

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Class of 2021 parades through streets of Powell River

Graduates celebrate milestone with cruise through town
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Tla'amin Nation hegus recognizes graduating qathet region students

Tla'amin Nation hegus recognizes graduating qathet region students

The future of our community is in your hands. ~ John Hackett
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Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA salutes 2021 graduates

Powell River-Sunshine Coast MLA salutes 2021 graduates

Stay kind, stay calm, and stay safe, and enjoy life’s next chapter. ~ Nicholas Simons
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Ratepayers in Powell River want traffic to slow on Joyce Avenue

Ratepayers in Powell River want traffic to slow on Joyce Avenue

Motorists regularly exceeding speed limit, according to society
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