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Electric ferry charge barge design ready for potential 2026 construction

Electric passenger ferry service to Gibsons, Bowen Island and Vancouver expects to start formal permitting for the Gibsons charge barge later this year and construction next year, says the Greenline Ferries CEO.

May 7, 2025 5:30 PM Read more >

EV charging stations to be installed on Texada and in Lund

qathet Regional District receives grant funding for infrastructure to be set up in two locations

May 7, 2025 3:30 PM Read more >

B.C. reviews flagship climate plan as emissions targets fall short

The review of the CleanBC program will be led by two independent experts, with results expected in late fall 2025.

May 7, 2025 1:51 PM Read more >

Typical, unpredictable spring weather in qathet this week

The month of May is expected to be warmer than the norm

May 7, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

Hospice society requests property from City of Powell River

Land required to construct a facility for end-of-life care provided to qathet region residents

May 7, 2025 12:30 PM Read more >

Queen of Surrey suffered electrical issue first day back in service

While the vessel wasn't pulled from Route 3, between the Sunshine Coast and Horseshoe Bay, the problem did cause delays.

May 7, 2025 10:11 AM Read more >

In memoriam: Garry Ronald Koivu

June 20, 1946 - April 23, 2025

May 7, 2025 7:30 AM Read more >

qRD directors review outdoor burning of prohibited materials

Texada Island resident writes correspondence to qathet Regional District about a neighbour burning plastic and styrofoam

May 6, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >

Viewpoint: Another day in paradise

'We are so proud to be a part of a town that shines so bright with goodness'

May 6, 2025 6:30 PM Read more >

Community Resource Centre opening delay affects qathet users

Individuals who visit regularly are 'feeling the absence' of services as renovations near completion at the new space in Crossroads Village

May 6, 2025 12:39 PM Read more >

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