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Changes to Agricultural Land Reserve rules increase housing flexibility on Vancouver Island
New rules to the Agricultural Land Reserve are going to increase housing flexibility on Vancouver Island.Starting December 31st, those living in ALR areas will have the option for a...
Over 850 people lose their lives to toxic illicit drugs in 2021
Another 160 people lost their lives this May due to illicit drug toxicity.It's the 15th consecutive month where B.C has seen deaths related to toxic drugs get above 100,...
Tips for keeping cool as heat wave continues
With the hot temperatures continuing this week, Island Health is reminding you to take it easy.A heat warning is in effect for most of Vancouver Island and the Sunshine...
BC SPCA reminds pet guardians about dangers of leaving animals in hot carsÂ
With record high temperatures rolling out across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, the BCSPCA is asking pet owners not to leave animals in parked cars. “We can’t stress strongly...
Fire ban in effect for Coastal Fire Centre this week
Effective at noon Wednesday, June 23rd, most open burning activities will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre.This prohibition is being introduced to help reduce wildfire risk and protect...
Premier John Horgan says we ‘must recognize the systemic racism’
Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day.Premier John Horgan says as we honour and celebrate Indigenous communities today, we must also recognize the systemic racism, discrimination and intergenerational trauma Indigenous...
Police looking for man involved in island-wide crime spree
Police are looking for a man after a string of crimes all over Vancouver Island in the last week.The RCMP say the crimes started in Deep Bay on June...
Provincial travel restrictions lifted as B.C moves into Step 2 Tuesday
Step 2 of B.C’s restart plan begins tomorrowThat means you will be able to travel outside of your regional zone to visit family and friends. Other activities and events allowed...
Vancouver Island man donating time and equipment to find more residential school gravesÂ
A Vancouver Island man is doing what he can to uncover the truth about residential schools on Vancouver Island. Graeme...
Vancouver Island Library celebrating National Indigenous History MonthÂ
There’s a lot happening at Vancouver Island Regional Library (VIRL) for National Indigenous History Month.The library is hosting a...
Vancouver Island student wins $10,000 grant for Habitat for Humanity projects
Vancouver Island students are once again making a national impact. Every year Habitat for Humanity launches its Meaning of Home...
Over 70% of British Columbians have now received at least one vaccine shotÂ
We might be able to visit family and friends outside of our regional zones very soon.That’s because so far,...
RCMP investigating after 14-year-old overdoses in Campbell RiverÂ
RCMP officers on Vancouver Island are investigating after a 14-year-old boy died of a drug overdose.Campbell River RCMP Constable...
B.C moves ahead with ‘four step plan’ to return to normalÂ
In-person dining is allowed again. But the travel restrictions around the province will continue until at least June 15th.That...
 Millions in upgrades coming to mid-island schools this year
Better ventilation, electric buses and better energy efficiency are on the way for some school districts on Vancouver Island.The...
BC Ferries reminding everyone travel restrictions are in place as May long approachesÂ
As the May long weekend approaches, BC Ferries is reminding British Columbians you should be travelling for essential purposes...
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Council may forego over $150,000 in permissive tax exemptions to 25 organizationsÂ
The city could be out over $150,000 if they grant permissive tax exemptions for close to 25 local organizations.
B.C. proposes expanded job protections for workers with serious illness or injury
British Columbia's government has tabled legislation aimed at improving job protections for workers with serious illness or injury.
Early morning quake north of Saanich Inlet leaves no damage
Many say they felt the 5:30 a.m quake, but there has been no reports of damage or tsunami.
Cowichan Valley residents get access to care with new urgent and primary care centreÂ
Cowichan Valley residents get a boost in healthcare as the province announces a new urgent and primary care centre on Government Street
Supportive housing opens on Salt Spring IslandÂ
Thirty two supportive homes are coming to Salt Spring Island to help those experiencing homelessness.
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