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Nomination period approaching for municipal elections

The nomination period for the October municipal election will open Sept. 1.

Drought conditions persist on Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to July 16.

Recent rainfall fails to dampen Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast drought concerns

The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to July 9.

Coroners report 23 deaths on Vancouver Island through May due to drug toxicity

The report shows 23 people died from unregulated drug toxicity on Vancouver Island in May.

North Island College announces new vice-president to begin in June

The college said Kelly Shopland will step into the role on June 22 after spending more than a decade as NIC’s executive director of Indigenous education.

Coroners report 31 suspected illicit drug overdose deaths on Vancouver Island through March

Updated data from the BC Coroners Service shows 31 deaths were reported on Vancouver Island through March due to suspected unregulated drug toxicity.

Vancouver Island snowpack at 27 per cent of normal

Data from the province’s latest snow survey and water supply bulletin shows Vancouver Island snowpacks are among the lowest in B.C. as of May 1.

Province expands early family-law support across Vancouver Island

More families on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast will soon have expanded access to free legal support aimed at resolving disputes outside court.

North Island College adjusting programs, staffing amid revenue decline

North Island College said it is making program and staffing changes as it responds to financial pressures affecting post-secondary institutions across Canada.

NIC board approves suspension of 15 programs

North Island College is suspending 15 programs after its board approved recommendations from an expedited program review.

Housing development approved for Willow Point

A housing development for the southern end of the Willow Point neighbourhood of Campbell River has been approved. City council...

Courtenay man survives shooting

The RCMP is investigating a targeted shooting in Courtenay. It happened yesterday afternoon on Salisbury Road. The RCMP says when...

UPDATE: RCMP Locate Missing Courtenay Teen

UPDATE as of 8:00 AM ~ The Comox Valley RCMP say they have located 18-year-old Jenna Usipuik. Police thank the...

Police looking for witnesses after Tim Hortons robbery

The RCMP is looking for witnesses after an armed robbery in Courtenay. It happened yesterday around 2:15am at the Tim...

Shooting in Courtenay leaves one man in hospital

A shooting in Courtenay has put one man in the hospital. The RCMP says it happened in the 1700 block...

Mindset Wealth matching Habitat for Humanity donations

A Comox Valley company is stepping up for Habitat for Humanity. Mindset Wealth has pledged to match donations up...

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

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

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

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

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

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