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Five long-term care homes on Vancouver Island face COVID-19 outbreaks

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COVID-19 continues to impact Vancouver Island’s long-term care. As the virus circulates, Island Health is declaring outbreaks at five care homes – two being in Nanaimo, with three in...

Island police want drivers to be prepared for incoming snow

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Could you survive being stranded for 72 hours in your vehicle? The question comes from Nanaimo police as Vancouver Island braces for more snow. With icy and slippery conditions likely on...

Storm warning in effect for Vancouver Island with up to 25 cm of snow expected

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It seems Old Man Winter is sticking around Vancouver Island with even more snow on the way, according to Environment Canada. This morning (Wednesday), the weather agency issued a winter storm...

Staff out of work, rent to pay: Island gym owner reacts to new B.C. restrictions

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B.C. businesses are trying once again to pivot in the face of COVID-19 shutdowns. Beginning at 11:59 pm tonight (Wednesday), several new restrictions come into effect, with concerts, sports games and theatres...

Weather warnings for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

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Hold on tight to your umbrella and keep your shovel handy. A trio of rain, snow and strong winds is on the way. Environment Canada has issued various warnings for...

Snow forecasted for East Vancouver Island Friday night into Saturday

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With more snow anticipated, a special weather statement is now in effect for parts of Vancouver Island and other areas of B.C. Environment Canada forecasts up to 5 cm of snowfall over...

VIDEO: Dash-cam footage underscores dangers of impaired driving

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Ditch the car keys if you’re impaired. The familiar warning comes as BC RCMP releases dash-cam video, offering a front-seat view of the dangers that abound. The Burnaby footage from...

B.C. marks one year of COVID-19 vaccines

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Provincial officials are marking one year since the first COVID-19 vaccines arrived and were administered in British Columbia. On Dec. 14, 2020, the first doses of vaccines arrived in Vancouver,...

Toxic drug crisis: Island’s 2021 death toll climbs past 260

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New data from the BC Coroners Services finds October broke records for inauspicious reasons. It was the first month...

2021 a mix of highs and lows for Tourism Vancouver Island

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No surprise this outgoing year saw a mix of highs and lows for Vancouver Island’s tourism sector – it’s...

Island police crack down on impaired drivers

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It’s Christmas party season, and if you’re heading out, a reminder to not drink and drive. The familiar plea is...

Cermaq to pay $500K fine following diesel spill near Vancouver Island

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A fish farm operator is facing a $500,000 fine, after a mishap at one of its facilities resulted in...

Average Cowichan Valley home price climbs to $770K in November

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The local housing crunch rages on. Even with prices on the rise, homebuyers on Vancouver Island are still facing...

St. John Ambulance stresses emergency kits for home, work and car following floods

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Storms, landslides and floods. November was a month for the books for people across B.C., including right here on...

First Omicron COVID-19 case found in B.C.

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The Omicron COVID-19 variant has made its way to B.C. Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry confirmed one case at a...

Avalanche warning ‘high’ for Vancouver Island’s alpine areas

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New snow paired with heavy rain is a recipe for disaster. That’s according to Avalanche Canada, as it issues...
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B.C. leaders spar in fiery debate ahead of Oct. 24 election

2026 BC Election
B.C.’s three main party leaders clashed over affordability, health care and Indigenous rights in a heated televised election debate Wednesday evening.

Coroners report 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August

Health
The BC Coroners Service has reported 40 drug-toxicity deaths on Vancouver Island in July and August.

Island Link Partnership connect Hullo Ferry to Campbell River, Courtenay, Parksville

Transit
Hullo Ferries and IslandLink Bus Services have partnered to make car-free trips to downtown Vancouver easier for people travelling from Campbell River, Courtenay and Parksville.

B.C. NDP pledges millions for clean energy and climate programs

2026 BC Election
The B.C. NDP is promising millions of dollars in new investments in clean energy and climate programs if re-elected, while warning a Conservative government would roll back environmental protections. 

First Nations leaders call on B.C. Conservatives to drop candidate over alleged residential school denialism

2026 BC Election
First Nations leaders are calling on the B.C. Conservatives to remove a candidate over allegations of residential school denialism.
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