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Presentation and flag raising at city hall part of campaign to reduce stigma

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Aug 21

qathet Community Action Team rallies for overdose awareness

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · Jun 17

@cpqathet.bsky.social !!

Cinema brings folks together to talk about local and global issues

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Jun 16

Group in qathet marks one year of hosting documentary films

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qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · Jun 15

Come join us in the Powell River Public Library on Wednesday, June 25th at 6pm.
There will be lots of snacks, honoraria ($$), peer support, opportunities to do things, harm reduction supplies, ways to help people, the writing of letters, and more!! #qathet #communityaction #qathetyouthcat

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · May 21

Join us for the qathet Opioid Study on June 18th, from 9am-11am at the Carlson Community Club. RSVP by June 10th to [email protected]. Refreshments provided! A conclusive presentation from three years of qualitative research on substance use treatments in qathet. #qathet

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · May 20

Join us for a FREE film screening of Beautiful Boy at the Patricia Theatre. Collaborative event by Cinema Politica qathet, qathet Youth CAT (Community Action Team) and Foundry qathet! @cpqathet.bsky.social #qathet

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · May 20

Are you in Grade 11, 12, or a graduate from 2024? We want your help! Come help on an on-the-ground safety team at this year's wet grad. DM us or email [email protected] to connect. Be prepared for a good time! First aid, supplies, and help available. #harmreductionsaveslives #qathet #qathetyouthcat

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · May 9

qathet Youth CAT is meeting again! Come join us in the Community Room of the Public Library on May 14th at 6pm.

There will be lots of snacks, honoraria ($$), peer support, opportunities, harm reduction supplies, ways to help people, top secret event planning, and more!!
#qathet #qathetyouthcat

Lift Community Services concerned about ongoing lack of shelter services for homeless people

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Apr 30

Shelter closure impacts homelessness in qathet region

Official opening takes place for four new housing units providing specialized support

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Apr 5

Tla'amin Nation opens complex care facility

Organization’s housing for homeless activities outlined for committee of the whole members

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Apr 3

qathet Coalition to End Homelessness speaks to city councillors

Report indicates a process is being expedited to address the situation temporarily

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Apr 4

City of Powell River working on shelter option with BC Housing

Meal Train Plus for qCEH - community meal train

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · Apr 3

The qathet Community Action Team's Monthly Newsletter is coming out on Monday, April 7th. Subscribe to read Saverio Colasanto's article about the qathet Youth CAT perspective on public transportation! Our newsletter is also filled lots of other news and resources.
www.qcat.ca/education-su...
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be with good company @bewithgoodcompany.bsky.social · Mar 27

The shelter has closed and with it, access to safer place to sleep, two meals a day, laundry, services, and more. Share, care, donate, + sign up to make a meal via the Meal Train: www.mealtrain.com/trains/zz02gr. In need of a meal: 7030 Alberni St at 6pm daily. [email protected]

The only emergency shelter in qathet is now closed, (as of March 26th 2025). Not only does this mean folks are without a place indoors to be, sleep, and take shelter from the elements, it means the m...

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Mar 28

qathet School District trustee candidate forum set for Tuesday

By-election open to all qualified electors

qathet Community Action Team @qathetcat.bsky.social · Mar 27

From the qathet Coalition to End Homelessness! Neighbours in our community are living rough with the closure of the overnight shelter. Donate to "The Laundry Fund" to help keep clothes/sleeping bags dry.

At Westview Dry Cleaners at 4296 Joyce Avenue make a donation to "The Laundry Fund". #qathet

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Cinema Politica qathet @cpqathet.bsky.social · Mar 27

Hey there qathet! For Trans day of visibility Cinema Politics qathet, @qathetpride.bsky.social and the library are putting on the film "I am they".

Especially important for allies! Please share with folks in the region.

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Courtney Harrop @courtneyharrop.bsky.social · Mar 13

We at ajimet Harm Reduction have been invited to provide an info session at our public library in #tlaamin #powellriver #qathet Since I’ve been exiled from meta, I gotta share updates and events somewhere! LOL #harmreduction #drugchecking #FTIR saving lives one sample at a time xo

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Courtney Harrop @courtneyharrop.bsky.social · Mar 15

ʔaǰɩmɛt Harm Reduction is launching its 6 part community engagement and education series in April! Two sessions in April and then once a month until September. You’re invited to come learn about indigenous harm reduction and FTIR drug checking as we expand our programs and services #drugchecking

Outdoor gear drive organized for people sleeping rough in qathet

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Courtney Harrop @courtneyharrop.bsky.social · Mar 20

Our local shelter is closing indefinitely next week. Not only will this result in more people having to sleep outside, it also means a loss of 2 meals per day which are provided at the shelter 7 days a week. #qathet #tlaamin #powellriver

The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Mar 20

Lift Community Services is seeking items for homeless people once emergency shelter closes

Lift Community Services is seeking items for homeless people once emergency shelter closes

Committee of the whole wants staff to look for buildings or lands to use on interim basis

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Courtney Harrop @courtneyharrop.bsky.social · Mar 20

The qathet Coalition to End Homelessness is working to get some supports in place for people impacted by the shelter closure. We are a group of community members who volunteer our time to organize and advocate for emergency responses and mutual aid supports for unhoused community members/ neighbors

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Mar 21

City of Powell River committee requests emergency shelter report

Five locations were set up to survey people experiencing homelessness

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The Peak @thepeaknews.bsky.social · Mar 21

Homeless count undertaken in qathet region