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With Remembrance Day now underway, there will be changes to your bus service.
11/11/2023

With Remembrance Day now underway, there will be changes to your bus service.

With Remembrance Day now underway, there will be changes to your bus service. The city says Routes 1,2, and 3 will be running under the Sunday schedule, while Routes 12, […]

UPDATE:12:12 PM: Power has been restored to 795 people across the Island and Coast.
11/11/2023

UPDATE:

12:12 PM: Power has been restored to 795 people across the Island and Coast.

UPDATE: 12:12 PM: Power has been restored to 795 people across the Island and Coast. ——————————– Over 10,830 residents on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast are without power because […]

Small BC businesses can get more support with vandalism, through a new rebate program.
10/29/2023

Small BC businesses can get more support with vandalism, through a new rebate program.

Small BC businesses can get more support with vandalism, through a new rebate program. The Securing Small Business Rebate Program will be used to help small businesses with vandalism repairs, […]

The City of Powell River wants to hear your ideas on the Townsite Streetscape Project through an upcoming open house.
10/21/2023

The City of Powell River wants to hear your ideas on the Townsite Streetscape Project through an upcoming open house.

The City of Powell River wants to hear your ideas on the Townsite Streetscape Project through an upcoming open house. The project, which has been in the works since 2022, […]

Deal reached to keep transit exchange on north side of Town Centre Mall
10/18/2023

Deal reached to keep transit exchange on north side of Town Centre Mall

Powell River’s main hub for BC Transit buses will be staying in a similar location at the Town Centre Mall. The mall is under redevelopment and there was an idea […]

With operational drills set for Saturday, BC Ferries has announced some sailing cancellations for Powell River.
10/09/2023

With operational drills set for Saturday, BC Ferries has announced some sailing cancellations for Powell River.

With operational drills set for Saturday, BC Ferries has announced some sailing cancellations for Powell River. According to the ferry-line, the Island Discovery will be having annual operation readiness drills, […]

With Thanksgiving starting tomorrow, some parts of the Powell River Recreation Complex will still be open at different h...
10/08/2023

With Thanksgiving starting tomorrow, some parts of the Powell River Recreation Complex will still be open at different hours.

With Thanksgiving starting tomorrow, some parts of the Powell River Recreation Complex will still be open at different hours. According to the Complex, both the Aquatic Centre and Ice Rink […]

With Thanksgiving weekend now underway, expect a change in the bus schedule for Powell River.
10/07/2023

With Thanksgiving weekend now underway, expect a change in the bus schedule for Powell River.

With Thanksgiving weekend now underway, expect a change in the bus schedule for Powell River. Both the City and BC Transit say that on Thanksgiving Day, Routes 1, 2, and […]

The qathet Regional District and Tla’amin Nation are exploring the possibility of a rural on-demand transit service for ...
10/03/2023

The qathet Regional District and Tla’amin Nation are exploring the possibility of a rural on-demand transit service for the area.

The qathet Regional District and Tla’amin Nation are exploring the possibility of a rural on-demand transit service for the area. To do this, they will […]

With Thanksgiving coming up, the Canada Border Services Agency is offering travel tips.
10/03/2023

With Thanksgiving coming up, the Canada Border Services Agency is offering travel tips.

With Thanksgiving coming up, the Canada Border Services Agency is offering travel tips. The agency focuses on keeping harmful goods out of the country, while […]

The qathet Regional District wants to hear your thoughts on the future of a concession stand.
10/03/2023

The qathet Regional District wants to hear your thoughts on the future of a concession stand.

The qathet Regional District wants to hear your thoughts on the future of a concession stand. The Shelter Point Concession Stand is managed through the […]

First Responders and Officers on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast will get complimentary travel by BC Ferries, la...
10/02/2023

First Responders and Officers on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast will get complimentary travel by BC Ferries, later this week.

First Responders and Officers on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast will get complimentary travel by BC Ferries, later this week. The Ferry-Line announced that […]

You can expect delays in booking your next ferry sailing tonight, as BC Ferries will have a planned web outage.
09/30/2023

You can expect delays in booking your next ferry sailing tonight, as BC Ferries will have a planned web outage.

You can expect delays in booking your next ferry sailing tonight, as BC Ferries will have a planned web outage. According to the ferry-line, the […]

An evacuation alert issued for a wildfire in Toba Inlet has been lifted.
09/30/2023

An evacuation alert issued for a wildfire in Toba Inlet has been lifted.

An evacuation alert issued for a wildfire in Toba Inlet has been lifted. The qathet Regional District lifted the alert on Tuesday, with Manager of […]

Getting detailed information on Canadian wildfires could come from the skies in the future.
09/30/2023

Getting detailed information on Canadian wildfires could come from the skies in the future.

Getting detailed information on Canadian wildfires could come from the skies in the future. The WildfireSat project is run by the Canadian Space Agency, Natural […]

Starting today, the City of Powell River is back to stage one water restrictions.
09/30/2023

Starting today, the City of Powell River is back to stage one water restrictions.

Starting today, the City of Powell River is back to stage one water restrictions. The city had been under stage two restrictions since June 7. […]

Finding an affordable rental will be easier for seniors and families in Powell River as 24 new rentals will be opening u...
09/27/2023

Finding an affordable rental will be easier for seniors and families in Powell River as 24 new rentals will be opening up at Cranberry Place.

Finding an affordable rental will be easier for seniors and families in Powell River as 24 new rentals will be opening up at Cranberry Place. […]

UPDATE:11:41 A.M.: An additional 4,879 customers have lost power in Campbell River, according to BC Hydro.2:30 P.M.: Maj...
09/25/2023

UPDATE:

11:41 A.M.: An additional 4,879 customers have lost power in Campbell River, according to BC Hydro.

2:30 P.M.: Majority of customers have got their power back, but there are still more power outages on the Island and Coast, according to BC Hydro.

UPDATE: 11:41 A.M.: An additional 4,879 customers have lost power in Campbell River, according to BC Hydro. 2:30 P.M.: Majority of customers have got their […]

A state of emergency which caused several properties to be evacuated because of wildfire has ended.
09/24/2023

A state of emergency which caused several properties to be evacuated because of wildfire has ended.

A state of emergency which caused several properties to be evacuated because of wildfire has ended. The evacuation order for seven properties in the Clowhom […]

Foundry officials in Powell River next week ahead of center build
09/22/2023

Foundry officials in Powell River next week ahead of center build

Officials with a B.C. health and addictions service will be in Powell River next week to talk about a future facility. Representatives with Foundry will […]

New Powell River fire hall temporarily shelved
09/20/2023

New Powell River fire hall temporarily shelved

Powell River has temporarily shelved plans for a new fire hall. City council agreed Thursday (Sept. 14) to sideline the project after construction costs spiraled […]

Be aware of suspicious emails.
09/20/2023

Be aware of suspicious emails.

Be aware of suspicious emails. That warning is from the RCMP, which says that on Tuesday, the Powell River detachment received a call about an […]

It is a very striking image.
09/19/2023

It is a very striking image.

It is a very striking image. That’s how Humpback researcher and communications and education lead for the Marine Education Research Society Jackie Hildering described the […]

As inflation continues to affect many in the province, one Island animal hospital has been feeling the pinch.
09/19/2023

As inflation continues to affect many in the province, one Island animal hospital has been feeling the pinch.

As inflation continues to affect many in the province, one Island animal hospital has been feeling the pinch. The MARS Wildlife Rescue Centre is an […]

Earthquakes Canada is monitoring what it is calling a swarm of earthquakes off Vancouver Island’s west coast.
09/17/2023

Earthquakes Canada is monitoring what it is calling a swarm of earthquakes off Vancouver Island’s west coast.

Earthquakes Canada is monitoring what it is calling a swarm of earthquakes off Vancouver Island’s west coast. There were three quakes this morning, most recently […]

A State of Local Emergency has been issued on the Sunshine Coast for the Clowhom Lake wildfire.
09/16/2023

A State of Local Emergency has been issued on the Sunshine Coast for the Clowhom Lake wildfire.

A State of Local Emergency has been issued on the Sunshine Coast for the Clowhom Lake wildfire. An evacuation order for seven properties in the […]

September is an opportunity for communities and businesses across the province to recognize the contributions of people ...
09/16/2023

September is an opportunity for communities and businesses across the province to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce.

September is an opportunity for communities and businesses across the province to recognize the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce. That’s from the […]

Students taking the bus to school could see some changes in Powell River, starting Monday.
09/16/2023

Students taking the bus to school could see some changes in Powell River, starting Monday.

Students taking the bus to school could see some changes in Powell River, starting Monday. According to School District 47, Bus Route Number 5 will […]

As more vehicles are back on the roads, BC EHS is reminding you to stay aware of your surroundings and know what to do w...
09/16/2023

As more vehicles are back on the roads, BC EHS is reminding you to stay aware of your surroundings and know what to do when emergency vehicles are on the road.

As more vehicles are back on the roads, BC EHS is reminding you to stay aware of your surroundings and know what to do when […]

The wildfire in Toba Inlet is still burning, and out of control.
09/10/2023

The wildfire in Toba Inlet is still burning, and out of control.

The wildfire in Toba Inlet is still burning, and out of control. According to the BC Wildfire Service, the fire is at 247 hectares as […]

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