Tag: City of Powell River

Mayoral candidate Rob Southcott has goals for economic development, Tla’amin partnership

2026 Municipal Election Bill Kingston -
Southcott is one of three councillors running for mayor.

Mayoral candidate Jan Gisborne wants better lobbying on big issues

2026 Municipal Election Bill Kingston -
She is one of four candidates running to be Powell River's next mayor.

Mayoral candidate George Doubt wants to see consensus building

2026 Municipal Election Bill Kingston -
Doubt is one of four candidates for mayor.

Powell River election: 4 for mayor, 21 for council

2026 Municipal Election Bill Kingston -
Three incumbent councillors want the top job.

Powell River town hall on homelessness, senior housing draws nearly 300

City of Powell River Bill Kingston -
The event was hosted by the Westview Ratepayers Society.

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

City of Powell River Sage Daniels -
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.

Local nonprofits invited to apply for Powell River Community Forest grants

City of Powell River Wylie Henderson -
The funding is available for community-focused capital projects that provide long-term benefits to the qathet region.

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

City of Powell River Sage Daniels -
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

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

City announces revised timeline for Sea Walk restoration

City of Powell River Wylie Henderson -
The City of Powell River has provided an update on its Sea Walk restoration project.

Province awards housing approval grants to local governments

Housing Wylie Henderson -
The province has awarded $9 million in grants to 56 local governments through the Local Government Development Approvals Program, administered by the Union of B.C. Municipalities. The funding is intended to help municipalities improve internal processes and streamline development approvals.

Powell River to celebrate Canada Day at Willingdon Beach Park Wednesday

City of Powell River Nathan Maley -
Powell River will celebrate Canada’s birthday Wednesday afternoon and into the evening.

Public consultation process launched for Powell River’s wildlife attractant bylaw

City of Powell River Nathan Maley -
Public feedback is being sought on Powell River’s draft wildlife attractant bylaw. 

Former Powell River fire chief passes away

Community Wylie Henderson -
Powell River Fire Rescue and the City of Powell River are mourning the loss of retired fire chief Wayne Langdale.

Seasonal transit changes upcoming in Powell River

BC Transit Wylie Henderson -
BC Transit, the City of Powell River and the qathet Regional District are advising locl transit users of a seasonal service change starting June 29.

More than $300,000 awarded to community organizations by Powell River council

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Several local organizations are set to receive funding from Powell River city council. 
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B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
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First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
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

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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

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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

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