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$254K is going to 32 outdoor recreation projects in BC

32 outdoor recreation projects across BC will be getting support through new grants. The Outdoor Recreation Council of BC has announced $254,950 in grants are...

Campbell River & Comox to have flags at half-staff to honour Lapu-Lapu festival victims

To honour victims of the Lapu Lapu Day Festival tragedy, flags will fly half-staff in two Island locations. The City of Campbell River and Town...

Stage one water restrictions coming to Comox Valley Thursday

A reminder to start conserving water as the Comox Valley enters Stage one water restrictions this week. The Comox Valley Regional District says these restrictions...

Wildfire Prepardeness Day event set for Courtenay Saturday

You can learn how to prepare for the impacts of emergencies through a local event this Saturday. The Comox Valley Regional District has announced Come...

Structure fire damages one Comox trailer home Friday morning

No one was injured in a fire in Comox this morning.  The fire broke out in a trailer home on Pemberton Place in Comox shortly...

Comox Valley Farmers’ Market coming to Comox Community Centre this summer

The Comox Valley Farmers’ Market will have a third location this summer.  The Town of Comox announced the Farmers’ Market will be held Wednesdays in...

Comox Valley Schools seeking host families for next school year

More families are needed to welcome international students into their homes.  Comox Valley Schools’ International Student Program (ISP) is seeking host families for the 2025-26...

Environmental groups want BC to refocus measures to protect old-growth forests

Two environmental groups are calling for better protection of old-growth forests from the BC Government.  The Ancient Forest Alliance (AFA) and Endangered Ecosystems Alliance (EEA)...

Day of Mourning ceremonies to run on Island & Coast April 28

Island and Coast communities will come to mourn workers who’ve lost their lives on the job next Monday. April 28 is the National Day of...

Mechanical issue force sailing cancelations for many Sunshine Coast passengers 

BC Ferries customers bound for Horseshoe Bay from Langdale may have to wait until tomorrow morning after a mechanical issue was reported on the...

Section of Lazo Road to close for two months due to construction

For the next two months, a section of Lazo Road will be closed to all except for local residents. The Comox Valley Regional District says...

Easter Promenade set for Lewis Park stage Saturday

To celebrate Easter, the City of Courtenay is holding an event for families this Saturday. Called the Easter Promenade, it’s an event that will provide...

Town of Comox announces Festival Weekend August 1-4

Two popular Comox events are partnering up for one full weekend of events.  The Town of Comox announced Festival Weekend, featuring both Filberg Festival and...

WorkSafeBC urges construction site safety after 1,000 falls last year

With spring having arrived and an increase in outdoor construction projects, WorkSafeBC wants employers and workers to take steps to avoid falls from heights...

Vista Radio’s commitment to fair election coverage

At Vista Radio, we affirm our unwavering commitment to delivering fair, accurate and responsible journalism on our airwaves and our websites. We recognize the vital...

Stage 1 water restrictions coming into effect May 1

Watering lawns and gardens across the Comox Valley will soon be under restrictions.  Stage 1 water restrictions start May 1 for the Black Creek – Oyster...

CVRD summer registration to open late April

You and your family can get ready for the summer by registering into local programs. The Comox Valley Regional District will open registration for summer...

Life Saving Society recognizes BC Ferries as ‘vital guardian of the waters’

BC Ferries has been recognized for their commitment to water safety.  The Life Saving Society of BC & Yukon has tabbed BC Ferries as a...

Comox Valley Airport launching campaign to combat human trafficking

The Comox Valley Airport (YQQ) is launching a campaign focused on human trafficking.  In a partnership with #NotInMyCity, YQQ will raise awareness, educate staff and...

Vista Radio becomes one of Canada’s largest media companies

Vista Radio is excited to announce today it has become Canada’s 2nd largest commercial radio broadcaster with the acquisition complete of the 21 properties...

UPDATE: Busload of protesters comes to Campbell River for anti-Gunn rally

UPDATE: 2025-04-13 8:00 am At least 50 people showed up Saturday afternoon to hold a protest outside Conservative Aaron Gunn’s campaign office in Campbell River. The...

Spring Clean-Up event looks to clean up garbage & debris this month

You can help take out the trash in Courtenay by joining this year’s spring-clean up event. The annual event sees volunteers pick up trash in...

Snowbirds returning to Comox Valley for spring training

The Canadian Forces Snowbirds are coming back to the Comox Valley next month. On social media, the Snowbirds announced they will return for spring training...

Open letter calls for people to strategically vote NDP to avoid vote splitting in North Island – Powell River

A coalition of nearly 150 people is calling on people in the North Island – Powell River voting district to strategically cast their ballots...
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