John Kenda

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Youth Overcoming Trauma – Raven’s Nest Youth Advocacy Centre

In a world where young hearts bear the weight of trauma, Raven’s Nest is a beacon of compassion, care, and justice. With a deep-rooted commitment to youths’ physical, emotional...

Harley’s, Handlebars, and a Helping Hand – Bikers Against Child Abuse

The rumble of a Motorcycle creates images of surly men and women that cause some people anxiety. But when vulnerable kids see the bikers from Bikers Against Child Abuse®,...

qathet Waste Wise App Introduced to Improve Waste Management Awareness

Remembering garbage and recycling day just got easier! The qathet Regional District and the City of Powell River have launched a free mobile app to help residents stay aware of...

Help Keep Fire Embers at Bay with FireSmart Principles

Embers have long been known as a driving force in the spread of wildfire, often igniting numerous smaller blazes beyond the main fire front. It is commonly estimated that half of the home fires attributed to wildfire are actually ignited by embers, but a recent study found that of all homes and buildings that ignite in a wildfire, embers alone account for up to 90 percent of ignition origins.

qathet Regional Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy

qathet Regional Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy The qathet Regional District successfully secured provincial grant funding through the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund to complete a Regional Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy...

qathet Regional District FireSmart Program Continues in 2022

qathet Regional District FireSmart Program Continues in 2022 The qathet Regional District (qRD) is pleased to announce the return of the Regional FireSmart Program for 2022. This is the sixth consecutive...

qathet Regional District to consider Five-Year Financial Plan

qathet Regional District to consider Five-Year Financial Plan The qathet Regional District (qRD) administration and operations are governed by the Local Government Act and Community Charter. Each year the qRD...

qathet Regional District Communications and Engagement Strategy

qathet Regional District Communications and Engagement Strategy The qathet Regional District is updating our Communications and Engagement Strategy. This Strategy informs how we have conversations with residents in the region....

Get Ready, and Stay Ready During an Emergency Event

Get Ready, and Stay Ready During an Emergency Event In an emergency, the need for ongoing, timely and accurate communications...

Everyone’s Preparedness is Essential

Everyone’s Preparedness is Essential Large scale emergencies, including those that have the potential to cause evacuations, are a reality for...

Important COVID-19 Information & Updates

Important COVID-19 Information & Updates The physicians of Powell River and qathet region invite you to visit their website at...
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Latest News

Prices see little movement as Vancouver Island real estate turns to buyers’ market

The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board recorded 13 per cent fewer home sales in September than a year earlier, while benchmark prices remained relatively stable.

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.

Mayoral candidate Jim Palm wants to move city forward, get ‘back to basics’

Palm is one of four candidates running for mayor.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.
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