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Les Leyne: An appointed premier readies for his first election

Les Leyne: An appointed premier readies for his first election

After a year as an appointed premier, B.C. Premier David Eby won a 93 per cent approval rating from NDP delegates on Saturday. Now he has 11 months — at most — to prepare for an election.
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Geoff Johnson: Texas high school switches to the 'guide on the side' model of teaching

Geoff Johnson: Texas high school switches to the 'guide on the side' model of teaching

Alpha High School, a private sec0ndary school, in Austin, Texas, relies on AI and has “guides” instead of teachers
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Comment: Housing legislation needs to be amended

Comment: Housing legislation needs to be amended

Developing complete communities is complex and relies on many factors that aren’t simply about zoning.
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Comment: Provincial housing legislation is necessary

Comment: Provincial housing legislation is necessary

Many local governments have not adequately responded in a way which prioritizes the long-term needs of the community.
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Métis Nation flag raised at Powell River City Hall

Métis Nation flag raised at Powell River City Hall

Zevier Brewer delivered a speech on Louis Riel Day
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John Ducker: Safe parking is an essential skill

John Ducker: Safe parking is an essential skill

Why is parking a regular car so difficult for so many people?
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Letter: Service cuts fall mainly on lower-paid workers

Letter: Service cuts fall mainly on lower-paid workers

"The understanding of cutting services has always been a problem for City of Powell River and qathet Regional District."
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Addictions awareness week: Inspiration, innovation, inclusion

Addictions awareness week: Inspiration, innovation, inclusion

"I feel fortunate to have been involved in a number of initiatives over the years that exemplify this theme in the qathet region." ~ Maggie Hathaway, Lift Community Services
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From pineapple on pizza to ketchup on steak – the foods Canadians can and cannot stomach

From pineapple on pizza to ketchup on steak – the foods Canadians can and cannot stomach

Every couple of years, Research Co. and Glacier Media ask Canadians about food.
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Comment: Some ideas for easing the family doctor crisis

Comment: Some ideas for easing the family doctor crisis

The reality is that Canada faces a critical and growing shortage of doctors and there’s no quick solution: It takes at least 10 years to become a family doctor and 14 years for specialists.
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