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Walmart to require masks at stores starting next week

Walmart to require masks at stores starting next week

Walmart is instituting a mandatory mask policy for all customers in Canada starting Wednesday.
CRA beefs up measures to fight fraud, scams

CRA beefs up measures to fight fraud, scams

The Canada Revenue Agency says it is stepping up efforts to combat fraud and keep pace with constantly evolving scams, including those that take advantage of new relief programs offered by the federal government during the pandemic.
Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Police Patrol: Powell River crime report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for July 30 to August 5, 2020.
Health Canada recalling over 50 hand sanitizers

Health Canada recalling over 50 hand sanitizers

More than 50 hand sanitizers “not acceptable for use” are being recalled by Health Canada. The agency says the products may pose health risks, as they contain ethanol or denaturants that have not been approved for use in hand sanitizers in Canada.
Face coverings to become mandatory on BC Transit buses

Face coverings to become mandatory on BC Transit buses

Accommodations will be permitted for children under the age of five and those who cannot wear a face covering for health reasons
qathet Regional District issues grants

qathet Regional District issues grants

Seven organizations selected in first intake
qathet Regional District to study water connection

qathet Regional District to study water connection

Report will outline connecting to city water source
qathet Regional District sets meeting rules

qathet Regional District sets meeting rules

Public attendance will not be permitted
Rebates encourage BC businesses to go electric

Rebates encourage BC businesses to go electric

Rebates are available for BC businesses, local and regional governments, and non-profit organizations keen to reduce air pollution and save on fuel costs.
Video: Coyote with head stuck in jar freed by B.C. conservation officers

Video: Coyote with head stuck in jar freed by B.C. conservation officers

A coyote was not so wily after getting its head stuck in a jar and had to be freed by conservation officers in Maple Ridge. The COs tranquilized the animal, removed the jar and poured water over the animal's body to cool it down.