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Public input being sought for CVRD’s 10-Year Tourism Strategic Framework

Public input will help shape the next decade of tourism in the Comox Valley through a new engagement process. 

B.C. small businesses worry U.S.-Canada trade dispute could hurt summer season

Many small businesses in British Columbia are concerned the ongoing U.S.-Canada trade dispute could disrupt their operations this summer, according to data from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB).

Prestigious partnership award highlights tourism across BC 

Tourism in BC has flourished and so has a partnership between Nanaimo Airport and Kelowna International Airport after they...

Cumberland considers changing vacation rental regulations to improve housing

With tourism growing and housing becoming less available and more expensive, the Village of Cumberland may make changes to...

More recreation space coming to Hornby Island

Some more camping and recreation opportunities may be coming to Hornby Island. The Province of B.C. announced Tuesday they acquired...

Compass Adventure launches new tourist attraction

COMOX, B.C. – The feeling of being out on the open water is like none other. Now, residents can experience...

New CEO for Tourism Vancouver Island

Tourism Vancouver Island has found its new Chief Executive Officer. Dave Petryk is retiring after 17 years, and Anthony Everett...

Tourism Vancouver Island Developing New Attraction Tools

Tourism Vancouver Island is working to develop new attraction tools. Spokesperson Calum Matthews says they’ve received $30,000 dollars from the...

New app boosts tourism on the North Island

Outdoor enthusiasts now have an app to help guide them around North Island trails. Tourism Vancouver Island North has released...

Kwa’lilas Hotel Officially Open in Port Hardy

The Chief of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'wx Nation Nation is welcoming the grand opening of the nation's newest economic enterprise. The Kwa'lilas...

Tourism sector receives Provincial funding

The provincial government is continuing to invest in tourism on the North Island. Minister of Jobs, Tourism and Skills...

Funding for Comox Valley tourism

British Columbia tourism is putting the spotlight on the Comox Valley. The region has received $250,000 from the province to...

WinterFest kicks off on January 13th

The annual WinterFest is just around the corner, and the Mayor of Courtenay is excited about the event. Larry Jangula...

New events grant available in the Comox Valley

A grant program has been set up to help bring events to the region. Applications are currently being accepted for...

BC drawing strong number of International tourists

International tourism in BC is up this year. Numbers released by the province show nearly half-a-million more international visitors...

Tourism business is booming for boating industry

It's been a good year for the tourism boating business. More people are taking advantage of an online tool...
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B.C. reports smaller-than-expected deficit for 2024, while taxpayer-supported debt nears $100B

British Columbia reported a smaller deficit than expected for the 2024-25 year, at $7.3 billion. 

Town of Comox receives Bee City designation

The Town of Comox has been recognized for their work protecting bees, butterflies, and other insects. 

RCMP looking for information about GMC truck leading up to fatal crash in Fanny Bay

B.C. Highway Patrol is looking for witnesses to provide details about the leadup to a fatal collision in Fanny Bay.

Eby urges fair support for B.C. after Carney meets with premiers on U.S. tariffs

Premier David Eby said a meeting Wednesday between the premiers and Prime Minister Mark Carney on the status of U.S. trade negotiations was “informative.”

Rainy weather not enough to dampen wildfires in B.C.

Officials in British Columbia warn wildfires in the northeast and southwest are expected to persist despite rain and cooler temperatures this week.
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