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Chinook salmon regulations will impact Powell River businesses, say store owners

Chinook salmon regulations will impact Powell River businesses, say store owners

New rules dictate non-retention until July 15
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Beyond Meat burgers are coming to a Canadian grocery store near you

Beyond Meat burgers are coming to a Canadian grocery store near you

Soon you won’t have to go to a restaurant to get your hands on a Beyond Meat burger. The plant-based meat company announced Tuesday (today) that its burgers will soon be available in grocery stores across the country, including in the Lower Mainland.
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Jason Kenney’s win in Alberta bodes ill for B.C.

Jason Kenney’s win in Alberta bodes ill for B.C.

Threat to cut off B.C.'s oil and gas may be bluster, but what if it isn't?
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Nude startup building buzz with multi-flavour lineup

Nude startup building buzz with multi-flavour lineup

Brand moving into new markets as demand increases for vodka and gin sodas
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Using B.C.’s LNG as ship fuel can reduce global emissions

Using B.C.’s LNG as ship fuel can reduce global emissions

Climate change is a global issue. Greenhouse gases (GHGs) don’t recognize borders or legal jurisdictions, so we all need to do our part to reduce emissions.
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B.C. adds 7,900 jobs in March as losses mount across Canada

B.C. adds 7,900 jobs in March as losses mount across Canada

What happened: B.C. adds 7,900 jobs in March Why it matters: The province is running against national trends, which saw a slight decline in employment last month. B.C.
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Forestry contributes $13 billion to B.C.'s GDP: PwC

Forestry contributes $13 billion to B.C.'s GDP: PwC

Despite the many headwinds that has battered B.C.
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Powell River employment centre updates hours and services

Powell River employment centre updates hours and services

Career Link now known as WorkBC Employment Services
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Canadian government asking for applications for various ‘Wizardry Positions’ right now

Canadian government asking for applications for various ‘Wizardry Positions’ right now

The posting asks for permanent, acting and temporary roles ranging from $57,430 to $61,877.
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Upgrades modernize Powell River Chamber of Commerce building

Upgrades modernize Powell River Chamber of Commerce building

Renovations refresh default tourist hub
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