Listen Live

Go-Fund-Me set up for dog who escaped Port Hardy fire

One of the victims of the apartment fire in Port Hardy last week needs some help to fix one of his four legs. 

Last Sunday, the C-block of the Town Park Apartments went up in flames, leaving more than 25 people homeless. 

Cindi Ilchuck climbed down a drain pipe to escape the blaze, and her support dog Dex was tossed down to her. 

While she broke his fall, he landed badly and broke a joint in his lower leg. Cindi’s mom has started a go-fund-me campaign, to help cover the costs of his surgery in Campbell River.

You can find it here: Help Dex

The town’s Chief Administrative Officer, Heather Nelson-Smith told our newsroom the displaced tenants have been given temporary shelter at the Kwa’lilas Hotel.

Continue Reading

cjsu Now playing play

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

North Cowichan council tenders new childcare building in Crofton 

A new building on Berridge Street in Crofton will bring Childcare spaces to the region, and carry a price tag of $5.44 million.

Former North Cowichan mayor receives Freedom of the Municipality award

The Municipality of North Cowichan has awarded the Freedom of the Municipality,  its highest honour, to a longtime community leader for his many years of public service.

Duncan Fire Department’s responses highest in third quarter 

An increase in the amount of fire calls have been reported to the City of Duncan for the third quarter.

Ladysmith RCMP report an increase in calls compared to last year 

A quarterly report shows crime in Ladysmith is trending upwards, but not in all areas.

Cowichan Aquatic Centre repairs complete, but more work needs to be done 

Cowichan Aquatic Centre upgrades are in the home stretch, but it still requires a few more tweaks.
- Advertisement -