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City of Powell River Council to consider BC Energy Step Code implementation

City of Powell River Council to consider BC Energy Step Code implementation

New building regulations cater to energy efficiency
WorkSafeBC stepping up inspections as COVID-19 cases soar

WorkSafeBC stepping up inspections as COVID-19 cases soar

To date, 18,000 workplaces have been inspected and 667 orders have been issued to employers for failing to comply with health and safety restrictions
B.C. businesses bracing for holiday shopping during a pandemic

B.C. businesses bracing for holiday shopping during a pandemic

While many Canadian retailers and consumers are uncertain about what to expect as the 2020 holiday season approaches, one thing is clear - it will be unlike previous years.
Development in Powell River caters to over 45 demographic

Development in Powell River caters to over 45 demographic

Nootka Ridge promotes active community living and sustainability
WorkSafe warns of complacency in face of pandemic

WorkSafe warns of complacency in face of pandemic

WorkSafeBC is preparing to ramp up a multi-media campaign to drive home the importance of being vigilant about preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.
Real estate sales set new mark in Powell River

Real estate sales set new mark in Powell River

2020 features best September on record
Council approves taxation for mill in Powell River

Council approves taxation for mill in Powell River

Three-year bylaw provides for $3.2 million annual assessment
Credit unions announce proposed merger

Credit unions announce proposed merger

First Credit Union and Union Bay Credit Union recently announced approval of a business case proposing to merge the two credit unions. Details will be finalized in early 2021.
41% of B.C. workers ready to leave jobs amid pandemic: survey

41% of B.C. workers ready to leave jobs amid pandemic: survey

What happened: New survey results show impacts of pandemic on B.C. workers Why it matters: As B.C.
Coastal towns hold B.C. lead in home price increase

Coastal towns hold B.C. lead in home price increase

Northern Sunshine Coast community posts a near 200 per cent increase in dollar volume, 152 per cent sales rise to lead B.C. housing market