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86 per cent of Canadians want to restrict the sale of vaping products to youth

86 per cent of Canadians want to restrict the sale of vaping products to youth

A recent poll conducted by the Angus Reid Institute asked Canadians whether vaping does more harm than good. Specifically, it asked whether e-cigarettes are a smoking cessation aid or if they hook younger people on the addictive substance.
B.C. cannabis workers may be barred from U.S.

B.C. cannabis workers may be barred from U.S.

B.C.’s solicitor general says he’s extremely concerned that the United States might bar provincial government employees from travelling across the American border because they work in the province’s new legal cannabis branch.
4 in 5 British Columbians want handguns banned, poll finds

4 in 5 British Columbians want handguns banned, poll finds

A recent poll found that the overwhelming majority of British Columbians want handguns banned in their municipalities. The online survey conducted by Research Co.
North Island-Powell River MP comments on ousting of Saskatchewan caucus member

North Island-Powell River MP comments on ousting of Saskatchewan caucus member

Blaney stands by NDP leader over harassment dispute
You shouldn't have to risk your life just to have a job

You shouldn't have to risk your life just to have a job

New video series highlights the dangers of working in commercial kitchens
Powell River candidates declare for general election

Powell River candidates declare for general election

Voters in Powell River will face a hotly contested campaign in the 2018 general election leading up to voting day on Saturday, October 20.

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Key 2018 election dates for Powell River

Key 2018 election dates for Powell River

Advanced voting days, when any resident and non-resident elector can vote: Wednesday, October 10, from 8 am to 8 pm in the Poplar Room at Powell River Recreation Complex Wednesday, October 17, from 8 am to 8 pm in the Poplar Room, at Powell River Rec
Vancouver Coastal Health issues measles warning

Vancouver Coastal Health issues measles warning

Powell River residents visiting Vancouver may have been exposed
Human negligence blamed for wildfire near Powell River

Human negligence blamed for wildfire near Powell River

Natural resource officers close to charging people responsible for East Redonda Island blaze