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Opinion: Young Canadians prefer in-person and hybrid work, according to a new report

Opinion: Young Canadians prefer in-person and hybrid work, according to a new report

The stereotypes around young people only caring about being online are rampant but they are worth questioning — or at least being put in context.
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B.C.'s drought: Trees need extra care to survive longer-lasting droughts

B.C.'s drought: Trees need extra care to survive longer-lasting droughts

In Saanich, new trees used to be watered for up to five years. Now, it’s closer to seven.
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Alleged B.C. Ponzi-scheme fraudster identified as drowning victim

Alleged B.C. Ponzi-scheme fraudster identified as drowning victim

Curtis Quigley was out on bail at the time of his death, awaiting trial.
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B.C. judge refuses to shorten prohibition order aimed at keeping 'monster' child rapist away from kids

B.C. judge refuses to shorten prohibition order aimed at keeping 'monster' child rapist away from kids

Prosecutors opposed Steven Walsh's application on a number of grounds.
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Telephone project outlined for Powell River Regional Cemetery

Telephone project outlined for Powell River Regional Cemetery

qathet Regional District directors hear requests for installation at the cemetery in Cranberry.
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Spy-hopping whales caught on camera in Porpoise Bay June 29

Spy-hopping whales caught on camera in Porpoise Bay June 29

Photographer Ken McCann was in Porpoise Bay Provincial Park in Sechelt Inlet, Saturday, June 29 when this pod of between four and five orcas made an appearance beyond Poise Island.
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Rotary Club of Powell River sends student to Ottawa

Rotary Club of Powell River sends student to Ottawa

Adventures in Citizenship program offers glimpse into workings of our democracy
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Record number of Pacific salmon harvested last year

Record number of Pacific salmon harvested last year

Russians, Alaskans and pink salmon continue to dominate Pacific salmon commercial fishery.
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qathet committee in support of Gibsons mayor’s ferry position

qathet committee in support of Gibsons mayor’s ferry position

Regional district board to consider writing a letter about BC Ferries community engagement
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Jewish teachers file antisemitism complaint against B.C. Teachers' Federation

Jewish teachers file antisemitism complaint against B.C. Teachers' Federation

In a statement announcing the complaint, BC Teachers Against Antisemitism claims the union's leadership caused "trauma and fear" among members who have been "intimidated and shamed" by colleagues.
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