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Storm warning in effect for Sunshine Coast with up to 25 cm of snow expected
It seems Old Man Winter is sticking around the Sunshine Coast with even more snow on the way, according to Environment Canada.
The weather agency has issued a winter storm...
Grieg Seafood BC investing millions more to reduce sea lice
Grieg Seafood BC Ltd. says it’s committing an extra $11-million each year to reduce sea lice populations at its farms around Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.The company has...
Grants up to $10K for businesses dealing with COVID-19 shutdown
B.C. businesses forced to temporarily close due to new public health orders will be eligible to receive a new one-time relief grant of up to $10,000.That’s according to the...
More snow, colder temperatures on the way: Environment Canada
A white Christmas is likely for parts of the Sunshine Coast, with more snow and colder temperatures on the way.Another special weather statement is in effect for the Sunshine Coast,...
COVID-19: Latest daily case count breaks records for B.C.
Tough restrictions are coming into effect in B.C. as the number of new COVID-19 cases reaches a record high, driven mainly by the new Omicron variant.There were 1,474 new...
Staff out of work, rent to pay: Gym owner reacts to new B.C. restrictions
B.C. businesses are trying once again to pivot in the face of COVID-19 shutdowns.Beginning at 11:59 pm tonight (Wednesday), several new restrictions come into effect, with concerts, sports games and theatres...
Survey for seniors gauges thoughts on current transit system
United Way British Columbia is calling on seniors province-wide, encouraging them to participate in a new survey.The Seniors’ Transportation Survey, a joint effort with Better Environmentally Sound Transportation, is...
New COVID-19 restrictions: No indoor social events; bars, gyms closed
Several new COVID-19 restrictions are being implemented in British Columbia ahead of the holidays to protect hospitals from a surge in Omicron cases.Beginning at 11:59 pm tomorrow (Wednesday), no public indoor...
Rain and snow likely for Sunshine Coast: Environment Canada
Locals are urged to brace for more winter weather and the risks that come along with it, including slippery...
More restrictions expected for B.C. as COVID-19 cases surge
More restrictions on movement and assembly will be announced later today (Tuesday), as the number of COVID-19 cases continues...
Christmas Crunch: MP Blaney stresses importance of shopping local
With Christmas around the corner and amid a pandemic, North Island-Powell River MP Rachel Blaney points to the importance...
Special weather statement for Sunshine Coast
‘Tis the season for weather warnings, watches and statements.This morning (Monday), Environment Canada issued a special weather statement for the...
Weather warnings for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast
Hold on tight to your umbrella and keep your shovel handy. A trio of rain, snow and strong winds...
2021 most violent and destructive weather year on record: Environment Canada
It’s been the most violent and destructive weather year on record.That’s the judgment of Environment Canada’s senior climatologist, David...
Snow forecasted for the Sunshine Coast Friday night into Saturday
With more snow anticipated, a special weather statement is now in effect for parts of the Sunshine Coast and other...
VIDEO: Dash-cam footage underscores dangers of impaired driving
Ditch the car keys if you’re impaired. The familiar warning comes as BC RCMP releases dash-cam video, offering a...
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Clocks “fall back” an hour this weekend as daylight time ends
Clocks are set to “fall back” across much of Canada this weekend, as daylight time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2.
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Enviornment Canada issues wind alert for Powell River area
It's shaping up to be a wet and windy Halloween for most of the Sunshine Coast, including the Powell River area.
B.C. Conservatives propose higher tax caps to offset municipal losses from pipeline assessment
Proposed legislation from the B.C. Conservatives would raise taxation rate caps for municipalities, which are bracing for a potentially major financial hit from upcoming assessment changes.
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Eby leaves door open to early election over North Coast transmission line bill
Premier David Eby isn’t ruling out an early election if his government’s bill to fast-track construction of the North Coast transmission line fails to pass.
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Proposed bill to repeal B.C. Indigenous rights legislation fails to move forward
A bill that aimed repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) was voted down in the legislature.
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