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With Accessibility Act introduced at legislature, Simons wants standards in place by end of 2022

With Accessibility Act introduced at legislature, Simons wants standards in place by end of 2022

Act's key purpose to set wheels in motion to establish accessibility standards
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B.C. records lowest number of people actively battling COVID-19 infections in five weeks

B.C. records lowest number of people actively battling COVID-19 infections in five weeks

Hospitalizations rose by 12 overnight, to 486 patients, with 173 of those in intensive care units. One more person has died from the virus in the province, raising the death toll to 1,597.
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Mayors, SCRD chair disappointed by BC Ferries trial cancellation

Mayors, SCRD chair disappointed by BC Ferries trial cancellation

Siegers takes to social media, expresses ‘disgust’ at some residents’ behaviour
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Paper machine starts rolling in Powell River

Paper machine starts rolling in Powell River

Catalyst mill is making saleable product
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qathet Regional District briefs

qathet Regional District briefs

Approves audited financial statements; Supports telecommunications tower; Defers Shelter Point Park gates decision; Supports homelessness initiative
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Let’s Talk Trash: Language is key to understanding cultures

Let’s Talk Trash: Language is key to understanding cultures

Rewiring our brains takes some time, and it all starts with the expanded awareness that this shift of perspective might bring. 
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BCHL: Coquitlam hands Powell River a lopsided loss

BCHL: Coquitlam hands Powell River a lopsided loss

Express explode for eight goals, double up on Kings in shots on goal
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qathet Regional District updates emergency system

qathet Regional District updates emergency system

New community notification system now in place
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Storyboard artist from Powell River flourishes at Cartoon Network

Storyboard artist from Powell River flourishes at Cartoon Network

Passion for art class at Brooks Secondary School leads to career for Ryan Pequin
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qathet Regional District addresses housing needs report

qathet Regional District addresses housing needs report

Electoral Area B director opposes recommendations, citing 'historical housing failures'
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