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Update: Out of control wildfire ignites near Cameron Lake

A wildfire near Cameron Lake is now out-of-control.

Residents in tsunami zones urged to prepare, Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District 

A tsunami watch has been issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada for several regions on the western and northern parts of Vancouver Island.

Parts of Vancouver Island on tsunami watch 

Update as of July 29 at 6:32 p.m. from Environment and Climate Change Canada, strong localized currents are expected, but there is no indication of any potential significant flooding...

Wildfire situation not as bad as 2023, BC Wildfire Service 

Since April the BC Wildfire Service says it has seen close to 750,000 hectares of land burned due to wildfires in the province, but it’s nowhere near the 2023...

Village of Cumberland starts community engagement on Penrith Avenue upgrades 

A key route in the Village of Cumberland is getting an upgrade to enhance safety, improve accessibility, and meet the future demands of the community.   According to the village,...

City of Courtenay set to start construction of McPhee Meadows

Construction is about to get underway as the City of Courtenay plans to transform an 11.8-acre parcel of land into a nature park.  According to the city, work is expected...

Update: Comox Lake wildfire out-of-control, Coastal Wildfire Service

Update as of July 21, 2025 at 6:42 p.m; Coastal Wildfire Service says the fire remains out of control, but has grown to four hectares in size. A wildfire near...

Hiker lifted to safety despite challenging weather conditions, Alberni Valley Rescue 

Alberni Valley Rescue Squad (AVRS) says they’ve rescued a hiker on Triple Peak despite increasing weather conditions.

Vancouver Island man receives Order of Merit award from Hockey Canada 

A Duncan local who is devoted to positive relationships and navigating life’s hurdles has been recognized with an award from Hockey Canada.

RCMP investigate single vehicle rollover near Sproat Lake 

An investigation is continuing to determine why a vehicle rolled over near Sproat Lake, and so far, RCMP says...

UPDATE: Out of control wildfire west of Port Alberni now being held

UPDATE: As of 8:52 a.m., Coastal Fire Service says the fire west of Port Alberni is currently held at...

Scheduled maintenance will close Highway 4 near Alberni Summit 

Those travelling on Highway 4, from Chalet Road to the Alberni Summit, are being asked to avoid the road...

New judge takes the bench in Nanaimo next month 

A new judge will sit on the bench in Nanaimo starting next month to assist with the increasing pressures...

Environment and Climate Change Canada say hot weather expected starting Saturday 

Warm weather is scheduled to hit the region and that has Environment and Climate Change Canada reminding everyone to...

BCMEA and ILWU reach new collective agreement, ending two years of negotiation 

After several rounds of negotiations, the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCMEA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU)...

Vancouver Island students sweep BC Film Festival in Vancouver 

A Duncan student has swept the competition after receiving top honors at the 2025 BC Student Film Festival.   Schools...
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B.C. to appeal court decision on Quw’utsun Nation land claim in Richmond

British Columbia intends to appeal a decision by the province’s top court in favour of the Quw’utsun First Nations in their land and fishery claim in Richmond.

Summer skier injured and rescued near Moat Lake Saturday

A skier looking to enjoy some summer powder had to be rescued after sustaining serious injuries over the weekend. 

Heat warnings issued through Tuesday for B.C. south coast, parts of Interior

Scorching temperatures are expected through Tuesday in southwestern British Columbia, climbing as high as 35 degrees in some areas. 

Island Health says keep cool and check on vulnerable people during heat warning

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for Eastern Vancouver Island and inland areas of the island with highs of 30 degrees Celsius expected until Tuesday.

Parks visitors can snap photos to help researchers track glacier changes

In addition to snapping a selfie during a visit to a national or provincial park, visitors are being encouraged to take an “Icy.”
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