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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.
B.C. will move to Phase 3 of its reopening plan next week

B.C. will move to Phase 3 of its reopening plan next week

'We're hopeful that the modelling that we see next week will allow us to lift internal travel restrictions, and when I say internal, that means within Canada.'
City of Powell River reverses water bottling decision

City of Powell River reverses water bottling decision

Councillors vote for prohibition on bottling ground and surface water
Centre looks to improve brain injury rehabilitation

Centre looks to improve brain injury rehabilitation

June 19 is the National Day of Collaboration for Brain Injury Services and Supports