Sage Daniels

Sage is a news reporter stationed in Campbell River, B.C. He went to college for Radio Broadcasting in Toronto, where he worked in his college newsroom. When Sage isn't in his office, he's likely in the bush, fishing or playing his bass guitar.

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$1.53 million Westview Seawalk restoration set to begin, pending final approval

The City of Powell River says construction on the Westview Seawalk restoration project could begin in September, pending final approval from the B.C. Archaeology Branch.

Gillies Bay tennis and pickleball court resurfacing complete

A professional court resurfacing job at the Gillies Bay tennis and pickleball court has been completed.

Local bears are clocking in for garbage duty 

The City of Powell River is reminding residents to secure garbage and other attractants, as bear season progresses. 

City of Powell River secures $3.6 million in funding for aquatic centre roof improvements

The City of Powell River will receive $3,666,618 from the Build Communities Strong Strategic Priorities Fund for improvements to the Powell River Aquatic Centre roof.

City of Powell River hosting candidate information session for 2026 general election

Powell River residents interested in running in the 2026 general local election are invited to attend an in-person candidate information session.

New documentary about Cortes Island beavers available online

The Strathcona Regional District has announced the release of a new documentary highlighting the beaver coexistence project at Kw’as Park on Cortes Island.

New parking structure now in effect for ‘cherished’ Powell River locations

The City of Powell River says an updated parking and fine structure is now in effect at select locations in the community.

BC Hydro completes power line removal at Agamemnon Channel

BC Hydro said removing the Agamemnon Channel power line is a key step in modernizing the coastal transmission system that supplies electricity to Powell River and surrounding communities.

City of Powell River warning public of fraudulent parking ticket notifications

The City of Powell River is warning residents about fraudulent emails and text messages claiming individuals have overdue parking tickets.

Columbarium walls installed at Powell River (Cranberry) Regional Cemetery

The qathet Regional District has installed three columbarium walls at the Powell River Regional (Cranberry) Cemetery.

UPDATE: B.C. Hydro to remove Agamemnon Channel transmission line

BC Hydro said it will remove a transmission line crossing Agamemnon Channel near Earls Cove starting April 20.

Updates made to school serving transit routes in Powell River

B.C. Transit and the City of Powell River have announced changes to school-serving bus routes effective April 15.

‘Our bears are on the move and hungry’, City of Powell River

The City of Powell River is reminding residents to secure their garbage and compost bins as bear activity increases with summer approaching.

B.C., Tla’amin Nation sign MOU to enhance land, resource management

The B.C. government and Tla’amin Nation signed a memorandum of understanding on April 2 to improve land and resource stewardship.

Savary Island Volunteer Fire Department announces arrival of new fire apparatus

The Savary Island Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating the arrival of a new fire engine, replacing the truck that has served the island since 1997.

UPDATE: Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel power line replacement project

B.C. Hydro is upgrading a transmission system that serves approximately 10,000 customers in Powell River and surrounding communities.
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B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.

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.
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