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Camp Shawnigan to improve accessible, inclusive outdoor recreation for children and families

Lifestyle My Cowichan Valley Now Staff - July 16, 2025

Camp Shawnigan will begin construction on a project to provide greater accessibility, inclusion, and year-round outdoor recreation. Easter Seals BC and Yukon CEO Lisa Beck will formally announce the plans at an invitation-only launch event on Saturday, July 19, at Easter Seals Camp Shawnigan. Phase One of this $25 million project is “more than a facelift,” according to Beck, “it’s a reimagining of what’s possible.

BC SPCA sending reminder about dog harnesses after puppy suffers significant wounds

Lifestyle My Cowichan Valley Now Staff - July 11, 2025

After a puppy was surrendered to the BC SPCA in the qathet Regional District with serious lacerations, a reminder is being sent about the...

Island Health urges water safety to prevent drownings

Lifestyle Hussam Elghussein - June 29, 2025

As people head to the water this summer, Island Health urges you to be water safe. In an Accidental Drowning...

New Holt Creek Bridge on Cowichan Valley Trail opens Saturday

Lifestyle Mike Patterson - June 20, 2025

The new Holt Creek bridge on the Cowichan Valley Trail opens to walkers, cyclists and horse riders on Saturday,...

BC Bike Race returns to the Cowichan Valley June 30 to July 2

Lifestyle Scott Penfold - June 18, 2025

The BC Bike Race is making its return to the Cowichan Valley from June 30 to July 2, bringing...

Property tax deferrals help elderly home owners reduce expenses

Lifestyle Mike Patterson - June 17, 2025

The BC Seniors Advocate says elderly homeowners should consider using the Property Tax Deferment Program as an option to...

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