Tag: Entertainment

Filmmakers falling in love with Island locations thanks to local efforts

Entertainment Grant Warkentin - December 12, 2024

Thanks to the ingenuity of the Island North Film Commission, Vancouver Island is attracting TV and film productions for...

Second Grammy nod for Vancouver Island’s metal sensation Spiritbox

Entertainment Grant Warkentin - November 14, 2024

For the second year in a row, a Vancouver Island-based heavy metal band has been nominated for a Grammy. Spiritbox,...

Legendary guitarist announced for MusicFest

News Justin Goulet - February 26, 2018

COURTENAY, B.C.- Vancouver Island MusicFest has announced its latest headliner for the summer 2018 spectacle. Grammy Award-winning guitarist Ry Cooder...

VIDEO: Student Musicians Set for Annual Band and Choir Festival

News Justin Goulet - November 15, 2017

Student musicians from across the Island will showcase their skills this month as part of the Band and Choir...

Island Film Industry on the Rise

News Justin Goulet - June 18, 2017

The Vancouver Island Film Commission is looking forward to the development of the industry in the region. Commissioner Joan Miller...

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New accessibility features implemented on Town of Comox’s website

Town of Comox August 12, 2025

New features on the Town of Comox’s website is making the website more accessible for all users.

B.C. to appeal court decision on Quw’utsun Nation land claim in Richmond

Provincial August 11, 2025

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

Search and Rescue August 11, 2025

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

Provincial August 11, 2025

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

Weather August 10, 2025

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.

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