Tag: Holidays

Province issues new COVID-19 restrictions for holidays amid rising cases

New COVID-19 restrictions will take into effect Monday as B.C. tries to slow the spread, of the Omicron variant.

First Nations and community groups receive holiday funding from forestry company

Western Forest Products announced a total of $100,000 would be provided to First Nations and partners on the Island, Sunshine Coast and Washington State.

BC Ferries adding additional holiday sailings

BC Ferries is helping people connect with their loved ones over the holiday season. The company is adding more than...

RCMP inspector not wavering on Christmas truck shut down

COMOX, B.C.- The RCMP is standing firm on its decision to shut down the Comox Valley Christmas trucks. The annual...

Secure Your Home for the Holidays

The RCMP is offering up some home security tips this holiday season. Constable Robert Gardner says it's important to...

Everybody Deserves a Smile Still in Need of Donations

The annual Everybody Deserves a Smile campaign is down to its last 2 weeks. Founder Chantal Stefan says Comox Valley...

Santa’s Workshop in Full Swing

Santa's Workshop is up and running in the Comox Valley. Spokesperson Donna Kennady says their goal is to bring...

Ferries prepping for post-Christmas rush

BC Ferries is reminding travelers to check their schedule if you're travelling this next week. Tuesday is expected to...

Mounties see spike in impaired driving cases

Mounties are reminding drivers to not drink and drive this holiday season. Police in the Comox Valley have seen a...

Holiday schedule for BC Transit

BC Transit is reminding riders to double check the schedules over the holidays. Spokesperson Jonathon Dyck says some changes have...

Ferries gearing up for the holidays

BC Ferries crews are gearing up for the holiday season. Spokesperson Deborah Marshall says tomorrow, December 23rd, is expected to...

Going on a trip? Make sure your home is secured

If you are heading out of town over Christmas, RCMP is reminding you to make sure you property is...

Services available for those in need during the holidays

The holidays can be a tough time for some in our community. Comox Valley Family Services Association is reminding...

Take caution when mailing holiday parcels

Mounties are reminding residents to take caution when mailing packages this holiday season. Constable Rob Gardner says it's a...

Holiday decorating safety

It's the time of year where people across the country put up their holiday decorations. Powell River's Fire Chief...

Helping out with the Comox Valley Food Bank

You have the chance to help out fellow members of your community who are in need this holiday season. The...
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