Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...…Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...WW…

Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...… Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...WW…

Train rides will be returning to the Port Alberni waterfront this summer. Port Alberni city council has agreed to enter into a one-year agreement with the Western Vancouver Island Industrial Heritage Society (IHS) to operate a short-track passenger train service along the waterfront. The train, which will be pulled by a diesel locomotive instead of a steam train, will run a round trip from the train station between APD Sawmill and Dry Creek, a distance of approximately 1.3 kilometres, starting in mid-June. Ticket sales will start around mid-May. In a previous report, IHS vice...… Train rides will be returning to the Port Alberni waterfront this summer. Port Alberni city council has agreed to enter into a one-year agreement with the Western Vancouver Island Industrial Heritage Society (IHS) to operate a short-track passenger train service along the waterfront. The train, which will be pulled by a diesel locomotive instead of a steam train, will run a round trip from the train station between APD Sawmill and Dry Creek, a distance of approximately 1.3 kilometres, starting in mid-June. Ticket sales will start around mid-May. In a previous report, IHS vice...WW…

Tseshaht First Nation has purchased a parcel of land in Port Alberni to be used for off-reserve housing. The nation and Western Forest Products announced on Thursday, May 2 that they have completed the sale of a parcel of private land formerly used as a parking lot by Western’s Alberni Pacific Division (APD) sawmill. The sawmill has been curtailed since 2022, although Western Forest Products says it “continues to explore options” for the property. READ MORE: Western Forest Products curtails Alberni Pacific ‘indefinitely’ The parking lot is located between Second and Third Avenues,...… Tseshaht First Nation has purchased a parcel of land in Port Alberni to be used for off-reserve housing. The nation and Western Forest Products announced on Thursday, May 2 that they have completed the sale of a parcel of private land formerly used as a parking lot by Western’s Alberni Pacific Division (APD) sawmill. The sawmill has been curtailed since 2022, although Western Forest Products says it “continues to explore options” for the property. READ MORE: Western Forest Products curtails Alberni Pacific ‘indefinitely’ The parking lot is located between Second and Third Avenues,...WW…

The weather was cold at Harbour Quay last Saturday, but that didn’t stop people from stopping by to check out the plants, veggies and more. The Spirit Square Farmers’ Market is holding its third annual plant and seedling sale. Head to Harbour Quay from 9 a.m. to noon next Saturday, May 4 or Saturday, May 11 to check it out. … The weather was cold at Harbour Quay last Saturday, but that didn’t stop people from stopping by to check out the plants, veggies and more. The Spirit Square Farmers’ Market is holding its third annual plant and seedling sale. Head to Harbour Quay from 9 a.m. to noon next Saturday, May 4 or Saturday, May 11 to check it out. WW…