The Executive Director of Dyslexia Canada, Alicia Smith, is applauding the BC government for introducing a screening program to identify children with learning difficulties in kindergarten to grade 3.  Smith says universal screening is a significant step forward in ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.  She says a...

The orca calf trapped in a lagoon near Zeballos began eating more food over the weekend. That comes from both the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Ehattesaht First Nation, who say while conducting daily health monitoring on Sunday, the calf was seen eating herring. This comes after the...

The Comox Valley Regional District has launched a survey to gather your thoughts on a new climate change strategy. The district is developing the regional climate action strategy, aiming to find ways to reduce emissions and build more resilience to climate change in the region. Board chair Will-Cole Hamilton says we...

Sewer infrastructure in the Puntledge area will be getting upgrades. The city of Courtenay says a $4 million construction project is underway in the Puntledge neighborhood. It will focus on upgrading the 60-year-old lift station on 1st street, increase sewer capacity, mitigate operational risks, and lower maintenance costs. Director of engineering...

New development in Courtenay is raising environmental concerns. Recently work began in a forested area behind Tin Town, connected to Cousins Park. The work will focus on redeveloping a city-owned public road. A trail will be incorporated into the design of the work being done to create road access. Local biologist and...

The health authority responsible for First Nations in BC has won an award for good governance. The First Nations Health Authority provides health and wellness services to more than 200 First Nations communities across BC. Its goal is to reduce service gaps and promote culturally safe practices for Indigenous patients...