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Ontario court ruling vindicates BC NDP on carbon tax

Ontario court ruling vindicates BC NDP on carbon tax

The BC NDP government won a major court case last week, even though it was technically the latest ruling on a matter pitting Ottawa against several other provinces.
Cartoon: Canada Day

Cartoon: Canada Day

Powell River resident celebrates 51 years as a proud Canadian

Powell River resident celebrates 51 years as a proud Canadian

I am celebrating more than 50 years of being a proud Canadian citizen. Just like many immigrants, I had my share of struggles and successes.
Dear Straight People: Here's how I'm celebrating Straight Pride Day

Dear Straight People: Here's how I'm celebrating Straight Pride Day

Dear Straight People: It has come to my attention that some of you are currently feeling hard done by and that your tender little feelings have been hurt because you don’t have Straight Pride Day.
Editorial: Powell River Sports Hall of Fame ceremony a class act

Editorial: Powell River Sports Hall of Fame ceremony a class act

With the induction of eight individuals and one team at the Powell River Sports Hall of Fame Inaugural Induction Banquet on Saturday, June 14, a path was set for recognizing more past, present and future athletes in the years to come.
First Nations buying into Trans Mountain would be a 'game-changer'

First Nations buying into Trans Mountain would be a 'game-changer'

While Prime Minister Justin Trudeau understandably took the lead in announcing his government was re-approving the Trans Mountain pipeline, some people who are key to getting the project over the finish line were not even in the room.
Cartoon: Trudeau platform

Cartoon: Trudeau platform

What do you think about this week's editorial cartoon?
Healthy Living: Enabling a better place

Healthy Living: Enabling a better place

One simple thing I have realized in my recent life of recovery from addiction, and general pathologically self-harming actions, is individual and community mental health are interdependent entities.
Student Life: The final sprint

Student Life: The final sprint

Considering we are nearing the end of school, the pressure is on to get things done. Students are stressing once again over last-minute projects, more looming deadlines and, of course, exam week. Tension is building and students are exhausted.
Powell River daughter reflects on time with father

Powell River daughter reflects on time with father

For a large part of my formative years, my dad was my hero. Wherever my dad was, that’s where I wanted to be. He made me feel special and safe, and always taught me new and interesting things.