by Sean Percy | Nov 13, 2019 | Monthly Issue, News
Read the November issue of Powell River Living...
by Pieta Woolley | Nov 13, 2019 | Community, News
1. Organize a community meeting This is how the people of Churchill, Manitoba dropped their gas prices by 40 cents a litre: activism. Ask a group to organize the meeting: the Powell River Chamber of Commerce, municipal or regional government or the MLA or MP, or an...
by Sean Percy | Sep 5, 2018 | Community, News
Fame comes to Daniels Valley, beyond Powell Lake First successful ascent of ‘Super Unknown’ PHOTOS BY DREW LEITERMAN Two Cranbrook rock climbers were back in the Daniels Valley this summer, after last year doing a first ascent on one of North America’s largest walls....
by Pieta Woolley | Sep 5, 2018 | News, Profiles
Powell River was once a very strong union town – and wages, benefits and pensions were among the best in the country. We’ve seen a real decline in private sector unions here. Is this the same elsewhere? Irene • Powell River was a strong union town because union...
by Sean Percy | Jan 3, 2018 | Business Connections, Community, News
People often ask how winners are chosen for the annual Powell River Chamber of Commerce Business Awards that takes place on Saturday, February 3 at Dwight Hall. Here, some of the most frequently asked questions about the judging process are answered by Chamber manager...
by admin | Jul 1, 2017 | Community, Events, News
Two local indigenous leaders spill on a uniquely Canadian conundrum: celebrating Canada 150 while recognizing five centuries of colonial violence. Canada 150 has taken a turn for the sombre. The anniversary falls just as the Dominion and First Nations are dancing an...
