Throughout BC, invasive plants are proliferating at alarming rates, complicating attempts to control them and making removal particularly difficult. Invasive plants are those that...
qathet Regional District is responsible for long term planning and management of solid
waste for the entire region as mandated by the Local Government Act....
In 2021, the qathet Regional District (qRD) launched the new Regional Community Notification System. Since the launch, the qRD has continued to promote the...
TD Bank Group (TD) launches the TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples, a new scholarship program tailored specifically for students from the Indigenous community, managed...
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
The qathet Regional District successfully secured provincial grant funding through the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund to complete a...
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...
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...
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...
Get Ready, and Stay Ready During an Emergency Event
In an emergency, the need for ongoing, timely and accurate communications is paramount to ensure that...
Everyone’s Preparedness is Essential
Large scale emergencies, including those that have the potential to cause evacuations, are a reality for all communities within the qathet...
Important COVID-19 Information & Updates
The physicians of Powell River and qathet region invite you to visit their website at www.prcomplexclinic.com for information about COVID-19 and...
Keeping Your Dog Cool
The summer heat is a miracle after the frigid temperatures of winter! Once those summer months roll around you’re waiting with...
Berries Berries & More Berries
Things To Know Before You Grow
Planning to grow your own garden, fruits, and berries is wonderfully rewarding. There’s nothing quite...