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RCMP offer ‘tricks’ to ‘treat’ yourself to a safe Halloween

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Police across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast are reminding people to make safety part of their Halloween plans Saturday.

Province releases final drought bulletin of 2026

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has published its final Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin for 2026, with data through Oct. 29.

Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast voters head back to polls for B.C. Election

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Polling places are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Lack of rain drives east Vancouver Island drought concerns

Environment Wylie Henderson -
East Vancouver Island’s drought level has risen to two, up from one last week, according to the B.C. government’s latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin.

Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast residents vote in municipal elections

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It's general voting day for B.C.'s local elections, with Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents casting ballots to choose mayors and councillors, regional district directors and school trustees.

BC SPCA urges provincial candidates to prioritize pet-friendly housing

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More than 100 animals are waiting for homes at BC SPCA shelters across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, with many having been in care for more than 100 days, according to the organization.

Drought conditions worsen across Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast: report

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The east Island and Sunshine Coast are at Level 2 on the province's drought severity index, while the west Island is at Level 1. Level 5 is the most severe.

Slight increase for Sunshine Coast drought conditions according to provincial report

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has published its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to Sept. 17.

Open burning restrictions to be lifted in North Island, Sunshine Coast Friday

Wildfires Wylie Henderson -
As of noon Friday, Category 2 and Category 3 open fires will be allowed again in the North Island Mid Coast and Sunshine Coast fire zones.

Harbour Air to acquire Pacific Coastal Airlines

Tourism Wylie Henderson -
Harbour Air has announced it is buying Pacific Coastal Airlines in a deal that will create a new regional airline group while keeping both airlines operating independently.

BC Ferries gets approval to offset fuel surcharges with fare revenue

BC Ferries Wylie Henderson -
The BC Ferries Commissioner approved BC Ferries’ request to transfer its price-cap balance to the fuel deferral account.

Latest drought report identifies low streamflow concerns for southeast Vancouver Island

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data up to Sept. 10.

All active Vancouver Island wildfires under control

Wildfires Wylie Henderson -
The BC Wildfire Service said five active wildfires were burning in the North Island and had all been triggered by lightning in mid-August.

First bells of 2026-27 school year draw near

Education Wylie Henderson -
Students throughout Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast are returning for the 2026-27 school year Tuesday, Sept. 8 and Wednesday, Sept. 9.

BC Ferries sets sail for busy Labour Day long weekend

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BC Ferries expects busy conditions all day Friday, with the busiest periods Saturday morning and afternoon.

Wetter weather and sweater weather dampen local drought conditions

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The province's latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin says drought conditions have improved across B.C. following recent precipitation and cooler weather.
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Cumberland eases water restrictions

Village of Cumberland
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