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Canada could soon see human trials of Chinese COVID-19 vaccine

Canada could soon see human trials of Chinese COVID-19 vaccine

Using technology developed in Canada and China, it was the first candidate vaccine in the world to make it to Phase 2 human clinical trials. However, before any trials begin in Canada, the vaccine would need approval from Health Canada.
Premier releases statement on International Nurses Day

Premier releases statement on International Nurses Day

BC premier John Horgan released the following statement on May 12 to recognize International Nurses Day: "Today is International Nurses Day, and in appreciation of BC nurses, the province is proud to proclaim May 11 to 17 as Nursing Week to recognize
Travel on long weekend only if essential: B.C. Ferries

Travel on long weekend only if essential: B.C. Ferries

In the run-up to the Victoria Day long weekend, B.C. Ferries is reminding people to avoid non-essential travel in its bid to keep staff and passengers safe from COVID-19. “Many communities served by B.C.
City of Powell River Council votes on financial plan

City of Powell River Council votes on financial plan

Councillors give first three readings to bylaw
Crews rescue five youth from cliff in Powell River

Crews rescue five youth from cliff in Powell River

Emergency services called to Mowat Bay area
Ferries still advising against non-essential travel as long weekend nears

Ferries still advising against non-essential travel as long weekend nears

BC Ferries is, once again, reminding people to avoid non-essential travel and that it is continuing to operate with reduced passenger capacity and reduced schedules.
Powell River mayor provides COVID-19 update

Powell River mayor provides COVID-19 update

BC going through slow opening process, says Dave Formosa
One person killed, two in hospital after explosion and fire at North Saanich Marina

One person killed, two in hospital after explosion and fire at North Saanich Marina

One person is dead and two were taken to hospital following an explosion and fire at North Saanich Marina on Sunday afternoon. RCMP Cpl. Chris Manseau confirmed the death Sunday evening. One boat and a fuel dock were destroyed.
City council approves energy system upgrades at Powell River Recreation Complex

City council approves energy system upgrades at Powell River Recreation Complex

Facility requires new boiler
Taking the test: TC reporter discovers firsthand how COVID-19 screening works

Taking the test: TC reporter discovers firsthand how COVID-19 screening works

It started on Wednesday evening. I noticed my throat was a little sore, so I popped a Tylenol. Under normal circumstances, I wouldn’t have given this sore throat a second thought. But these are not normal circumstances. I was a little worried.