David Boles

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Historic Fundraiser Comes To A Close

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The 20th edition of the Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock has come to a close. Riders from across the Island, including firefighters and BC Ambulance Services, finished their...

First Generator Shut Down as John Hart Project Surges Ahead

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Another big move has been made at the John Hart Generating Station. Crews working at the replacement project shut down Generator 5 as the project nears completion. BC Hydro spokesperson Stephen...

BC Hydro Praying For Rain As Problem Grows In The Campbell River System

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According to BC Hydro, things could stand to improve in the Campbell River system. Hydro spokesperson Stephen Watson says September was been a record setting month for the system, and...

Investigation Into Helicopter Crash Near YBL Begins

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An investigation is underway into the cause of helicopter crash that killed one and injured another near Campbell River. Staff Sargent with the Campbell River RCMP Troy Beauregard states a...

Salmon River diversion project wraps up

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Work at the Salmon River diversion project has wrapped up. BC Hydro spokesperson Stephen Watson says significant process has been made at the project. "We've been able to provide fish passage...

UPDATE: One Killed In Helicopter Crash

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A helicopter crash near Campbell River has killed one and hospitalized another. Emergency crews, including the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre, responded to reports of a downed helicopter in a heavily...

First Saturday morning Quadra ferry sailing cancelled

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The first ferry from Quadra Island to Campbell River tomorrow morning is cancelled. Transport Canada is running a drill on the Powell River Queen on the 7:05 sailing. The ferry will...

Island Health Stressing Importance of Good Health At Schools

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School is back in session, and Island Health is reminding everyone of the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle. Areli Hermanson says for a student to consistently perform at an...

BC Hydro Increasing Flow Rates in Campbell River System

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B.C Hydro is getting set to ramp up flows down Elk Falls Canyon. Spokesperson Stephen Watson points out this...

First Outline For Undeveloped Site Finished

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A concept plan has been completed for an undeveloped site in the south end of town. Using resident feedback, the...

Council Approves Grant For Downtown Beautification Project

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The city of Campbell River is putting more effort into beautifying in the downtown core. Council approved a $10,000...

SAR rescue kayakers on Klinaklini River

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Campbell River Search and Rescue are recuperating following a long and difficult rescue last week. Four kayakers were rescued...

International Campaign Focused On Trust Is Underway

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An international, month-long campaign focused on parent and child relationships has commenced. The campaign was founded in Canada by Lindy...

Hydro Leaps Into Action At Salmon River Diversion

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Things are progressing well on decommissioning the Salmon River diversion. The process began after local First Nations expressed concern over...

New Buses Unveiled Ahead of System Revamp

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BC Transit is making even more changes to transit in Campbell River. Along with re-designing the transit system, the organization...

ICBC Cautioning Wildlife Awareness On Roads

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Drivers are being reminded to watch out for wildlife on the roads. If animal pops out in front of you,...
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Doug Chapman seeking re-election to Campbell River city council

2026 Municipal Election
First elected to Campbell River city council in 2022, Doug Chapman is seeking a second term.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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