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Powell River mayor meets with mill executive

Powell River mayor meets with mill executive

Catalyst committed to Powell River operation, says Dave Formosa
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Spot-prawn market ‘in the toilet’ as Asian glut slashes wholesale prices

Spot-prawn market ‘in the toilet’ as Asian glut slashes wholesale prices

A glut of spot prawns stockpiled in Asia and export issues around the pandemic mean B.C. fishermen will get a lot less for their fresh catch or store it frozen until markets improve.
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Anglers, conservationists continue fight against chinook regulations

Anglers, conservationists continue fight against chinook regulations

DFO points to stocks of concern, but sportfishers believe more comprehensive recovery plan needed
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Beware of freelance imposters, warns BBB

Beware of freelance imposters, warns BBB

Owners of small businesses looking to hire freelancers should be aware of scammers who may advertise low rates, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
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334 businesses slapped with COVID-19 health, safety orders: WorkSafe BC

334 businesses slapped with COVID-19 health, safety orders: WorkSafe BC

Service, manufacturing industries among the hardest hit after thousands of inspections conducted across B.C. following COVID-19 pandemic restart
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Powell River real estate sales strong in June

Powell River real estate sales strong in June

Statistics in 2020 better than 2019
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City of Powell River approves patios and parklets

City of Powell River approves patios and parklets

Businesses can apply for sidewalk space
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Powell River City Council supportive of sidewalk patios and parklets

Powell River City Council supportive of sidewalk patios and parklets

Councillors give first three readings to bylaws
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Powell River city council supports outdoor expansion for brewery

Powell River city council supports outdoor expansion for brewery

Vote allows Townsite Brewing to apply for seating in front of building
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Province extends temporary layoff provision

Province extends temporary layoff provision

The province has extended the temporary layoff provision to a maximum of 24 weeks ending on Aug. 30, B.C. Labour Minister Harry Bains announced Thursday. The move comes after a meeting between Bains and B.C.
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