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North Cowichan mourns late councillor David Haywood

North Cowichan is mourning the passing of former councillor and school trustee David Haywood.

Duncan study explores potential boundary changes

A study examining potential boundary changes between Duncan and North Cowichan found limited financial impacts for both municipalities.

Most CVRD water systems downgraded to Stage 1

Under Stage 1, sprinkling is allowed for a maximum of two hours, two days a week, between 7 p.m. and 9 a.m., the CVRD said. Even-numbered addresses can sprinkle Wednesdays, while odd-numbered addresses can do so Sundays.

Duncan Fire Department on pace for over 500 calls through 2026

Fire Chief Geoff Spriggs presented the department's first- and second-quarter statistics, along with partial third-quarter figures, to Duncan city council last week.

Lake Cowichan secures nearly 100 acres for $1.4 million

The Town of Lake Cowichan has reached an agreement to acquire nearly 100 acres of land next to its wastewater lagoons, Grant Lake and the Cowichan Valley Trail.

Advanced voting for municipal election on Oct. 7 and 13 in Duncan

Advance voting will be held Oct. 7 and 13, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Duncan Fire Hall on Duncan Street.

North Cowichan begins safety project at Sherman, Lane roads

The municipality is installing an all-way stop to help reduce speeding and improve safety.

Class in session: North Cowichan launches ‘Muni Uni’

North Cowichan has launched a new online learning program to help residents better understand how local government works.

Nominations open for North Cowichan/Duncan Sports Wall of Fame Sept. 14

Nominations open next week for the 2027 North Cowichan/Duncan Sports Wall of Fame. New inductees are selected every two years.

CVRD to host South Cowichan referendum information sessions

Residents can attend information sessions about the referendum on Sept. 8 at the Shawnigan Lake Community Centre, Sept. 14 at the Kerry Park Recreation Centre and Sept. 15 at the Cobble Hill Community Hall.

Ladysmith MLA says she has been working to resolve concerns on Banon Creek Service Road 

Ladysmith-Oceanside MLA Stephanie Higginson said she is working on solutions to safety concerns on the Banon Creek Forest Service Road. 
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