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Province should listen to resource communities, not professional activists, mining pro says

BC has the best framework in the world for responsible mining, and needs to start acting like it, an industry expert says.Earlier this month...

Courtenay to hold events and activities for national challenge

You can help Courtenay win a community prize by taking part in the National ParticipACTION Community Challenge.The challenge is a country-wide initiative, aiming to...

Jazz music stops at VIU, after board votes to cancel music programs

One of the longest-running music diploma programs in Canada is shutting down at Vancouver Island University.The Times-Colonist reports that the university’s board of governors...

Still a risk of drought this summer, but cooler, wetter weather is on the way

So far this spring the snowpack in Vancouver Island mountains is lower than normal, but looking better than last year.The May 15 bulletin from...

Province starts consultation to make psychotherapy a regulated health profession

The provincial government is starting consultation, aiming to make psychotherapy a regulated health profession in BC.In a release, they say that psychotherapy is used...

Outdoor Pool to have free-swimming this summer

The Outdoor pool is 75 years old, and the City of Courtenay is celebrating by making swimming free this season.The city says swimming will...

K’omoks First Nation and CVRD stand against comedy event

The K’omoks First Nation and Comox Valley Regional District are taking a stance against a comedy troupe coming to Comox.In a statement, the nation...

Animal rescue society needs volunteers for summer season

The wild animal hospital and rescue centre north of Courtenay is looking for volunteers this season.The Mountainaire Avian Rescue Society recently learned grant funding...

Public defecation persists, despite high-priced public toilets

Despite nearly a half-million dollars spent on public washrooms recently, Campbell River and Courtenay are both having ongoing issues with public defecation.At this week’s...

Virtual salmon farm tour open to all along with live Q&A

If you’ve always wanted to see a salmon farm for yourself, the BC Salmon Farmers are hosting a live virtual tour early next month.The...

First of 10 passenger liners to be converted to air tankers arrives on Island

Just two weeks ago it was carrying passengers across the United States.Now, a retired Boeing passenger liner is the newest addition to Coulson Aviation’s...

Canada Infrastructure Bank lends $75 million for ferry project

BC Ferries will be able to buy four zero-emission vessels, thanks to a loan from the Canada Infrastructure Bank.According to the bank, they are...

Wilderness Committee says BC NDP Plan for Old Growth Nothing New

The Wilderness Committee says the province's latest plan for old-growth forests is underwhelming and lacking in any new interim measures to protect the most...

Full road closure set for Highway 19 Northbound for sign installation

Expect a full road closure while Driving Highway 19 northbound, because crews are installing signs.Mainroad North Island Contracting says crews are installing signs on...

Comox Valley RCMP to use E-Bikes for future patrols

Comox Valley RCMP will be using E-Bikes for future bike patrols throughout the Valley.The bikes are part of a new initiative, aiming to improve...

Cumberland campground adds new ‘sleeping barrels’ ahead of tourist season

If you plan on taking a camping trip to Cumberland Lake Park this summer, you may notice some unusual looking campsites. The Lake Park Society,...

BC United announces new candidate for Courtenay-Comox riding

BC United has officially announced a new candidate for the Courtenay-Comox riding ahead of the upcoming provincial election.Bill Coltart, a Comox Valley resident, is...

Cumberland shed fire resulted in the death of one dog

A recent fire in Cumberland resulted in the death of one dog.According to Cumberland Fire Rescue Fire Chief Mike Williamson, they got a call...

Orca calf’s family pod spotted off the coast of Vancouver Island

The extended family of the orca calf stuck in a lagoon earlier this year have been spotted off the coast of Vancouver Island.In a...

Wading Pool expected to close this summer; says new report

Courtenay’s outdoor pool is expected to be open ahead of summer, but the wading pool will remain closed.That comes from a report by the...

Cumberland looking for input on community plan

You can provide input on Cumberland’s future through three engagement events, starting tomorrow.These events are part of the Village’s official community plan review, a...

Balmoral Avenue to be closed for sewer work next month

Be ready to face a full road closure next month, as construction is scheduled for Balmoral Avenue.According to the Comox Valley Regional District, crews...

Vancouver Islander joins 2024 Canadian Paralympic team

A Vancouver Islander will represent Canada for this year’s Paralympic Games. The Canadian Paralympic Committee says 20 Para swimmers have been selected for the Canadian...

Local Triathlon to affect road traffic in Courtenay this month

A local triathlon will be affecting some road traffic in Courtenay later this month.The Shoreline Orthodontics Tri-K Triathlon is an annual non-profit sports event...
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