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B.C. moves to eliminate annual licence plate decals

B.C. moves to eliminate annual licence plate decals

If passed, Bill 20 will offer “flexibility” to decals, extending them beyond their one-year expiry date or even making them non-expiring.
Committee members weigh in on water issue in Powell River

Committee members weigh in on water issue in Powell River

Letter was sent from individuals, not committee, says councillor
Canada among safest countries in the world from COVID-19: report

Canada among safest countries in the world from COVID-19: report

The global safety assessment report ranked Canada 12th overall, although in the area of healthcare system readiness, it sank to 37th
Premier recognizes National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism

Premier recognizes National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism

Today, we remember all Canadians, both at home and overseas, who have been victimized by acts of terrorism, says John Horgan
Resident calls for greater transparency from Powell River city council

Resident calls for greater transparency from Powell River city council

PRSC finances a cause for concern for presenter
Powell River Council discusses letters regarding water bottling

Powell River Council discusses letters regarding water bottling

City receives several hundred pieces of correspondence
Group urges B.C. to set up hotline for reporting racism in health system

Group urges B.C. to set up hotline for reporting racism in health system

Métis Nation B.C. is urging the province to set up a hotline for health-care workers or members of the public to report racism they experience or witness in the health system. Clara Morin Dal Col, president of Métis Nation B.C.
Provincial support helps First Nations reclaim ancestors and objects

Provincial support helps First Nations reclaim ancestors and objects

Financial support for First Nations having their ancestral remains and belongings returned will be available soon through the BC Museums Association, according to a BC Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture media release.
Premier recognizes World Refugee Day

Premier recognizes World Refugee Day

It takes courage and resilience to leave one's home, loved ones and everything familiar to seek safety, says John Horgan
Summer solstice sunset, sunrise to be livestreamed from Stonehenge

Summer solstice sunset, sunrise to be livestreamed from Stonehenge

Every year, thousands flock to Stonehenge, some camping overnight to secure a spot, to celebrate a celestial event that marks the beginning of summer. But this year, the ancient stone circle will remain empty of crowds amid the COVID-19 pandemic.