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Black market set to reap rich harvest from new B.C. vape laws

Black market set to reap rich harvest from new B.C. vape laws

The black market could be the big winner if the B.C. government follows through with plans to levy a 20 per cent tax on all vape-related products, restrict access to those products and add deterrents such as mandated plain packaging.
BBB warns of secret Santa pyramid scheme fraud

BBB warns of secret Santa pyramid scheme fraud

A Vancouver victim lost $7,500 in scam that promises big returns
Still no explanation of 13-cent gas-price differential: BCUC

Still no explanation of 13-cent gas-price differential: BCUC

A supplementary report from the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) says after hearing more evidence from gasoline wholesalers and retailers there is still “no concrete evidence” to explain the 13-cents-a-litre difference in wholesale gasoli
Business façade program improves the look of Marine Avenue in Powell River

Business façade program improves the look of Marine Avenue in Powell River

City and Community Futures pair to run program
B.C. adds 15,300 jobs in October, reversing months of losses

B.C. adds 15,300 jobs in October, reversing months of losses

What happened: B.C.’s unemployment rate fell as the province added thousands of new jobs in October Why it matters: The West Coast piled up four consecutive months of losses B.C.
Not all carbon offsets are created equal

Not all carbon offsets are created equal

Carbon offsets have been the target of much criticism but may be the only effective means for some sectors to reduce their net effect on climate change
Not all carbon offsets are created equal

Not all carbon offsets are created equal

Carbon offsets have been the target of much criticism but may be the only effective means for some sectors to reduce their net effect on climate change
Salish Sea Spirits plans relocation to Powell River

Salish Sea Spirits plans relocation to Powell River

Craft distillery showcases products
Ride-hailing’s rough road ahead in B.C.

Ride-hailing’s rough road ahead in B.C.

Riders likely facing long waits, higher-than-expected prices, say ride-hailing companies
Bus line serving Powell River to operate on seasonal basis

Bus line serving Powell River to operate on seasonal basis

Passenger Transportation Board find in favour of reduced service