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North Island-Powell River MP to host meetings via Zoom

North Island-Powell River MP to host meetings via Zoom

Rachel Blaney will use digital platform to connect with constituents
Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Police Patrol: Powell River RCMP report

Powell River RCMP reported the following for January 28 to February 3, 2021.
Province funds hiring to track down invasive species

Province funds hiring to track down invasive species

About 200 people will be hired this year to track down and control the Asian giant hornet, giant hogweed, scotch broom and other invasive species across the province. The hiring blitz, already under way, will let the Invasive Species Council of B.C.
'I ask for patience': 300,000 British Columbians still waiting for COVID benefit, says premier

'I ask for patience': 300,000 British Columbians still waiting for COVID benefit, says premier

While 1.8 million have received their BC Recovery Benefit, another 300,000 are still waiting due to an error in their application
Housing needs open houses scheduled for qathet region

Housing needs open houses scheduled for qathet region

Feedback being sought into regional assessment study
qathet Regional District plans land use public engagement

qathet Regional District plans land use public engagement

Discussion to explore pros and cons of regulation
BC drivers to receive a one-time ICBC rebate cheque, averaging $190

BC drivers to receive a one-time ICBC rebate cheque, averaging $190

Money will start to roll out at the beginning of March
qathet board supports electric ferry initiative

qathet board supports electric ferry initiative

Regional district to write letter of support for vessel electrification
North Island-Powell River MP advocates for dental program

North Island-Powell River MP advocates for dental program

Rachel Blaney says federal initiative required for universal care
People are posting pics of their BC COVID-19 vaccine cards. Don’t

People are posting pics of their BC COVID-19 vaccine cards. Don’t

BBB says scammers could extract your personal information