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Health Canada invests $12.29M to combat cancer among firefighters

Health Canada invests $12.29M to combat cancer among firefighters

Development of a national registry and earlier cancer diagnosis leading to better health outcomes for firefighters
In memoriam: Doris Dixon

In memoriam: Doris Dixon

October 11, 1934 - September 30, 2024
36% of Canadian bird species see decline over past 50 years

36% of Canadian bird species see decline over past 50 years

The latest State of Canada's Birds report shows major declines in the Prairies and worrying signs that seabirds could be next.
Scoreless drought continues for Powell River Villa

Scoreless drought continues for Powell River Villa

Gorge FC shuts out local Vancouver Island Soccer League club
Powell River Sunshine Coast Real Estate Board reports busy month

Powell River Sunshine Coast Real Estate Board reports busy month

September 2024 was substantially improved from September of 2023, according to statistics
Powell River Logger Sports makes donation to food bank

Powell River Logger Sports makes donation to food bank

Funds raised, food donations collected during summer event
Are superfoods a real thing or just a marketing term?

Are superfoods a real thing or just a marketing term?

Ask an Expert: Karina Inkster
Reminder: changes to Sunshine Coast transit schedule start Oct. 15

Reminder: changes to Sunshine Coast transit schedule start Oct. 15

BC Transit and the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD) are advising transit customers of seasonal service changes, effective Oct. 15, 2024.
qathet community donates winter items to those facing barriers

qathet community donates winter items to those facing barriers

Overwhelming support shown over two day drive that collected warm clothing
Rivermen come back in third period to defeat Powell River Kings

Rivermen come back in third period to defeat Powell River Kings

Overtime needed in BC Hockey League game at Hap Parker Arena