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Drought conditions worsen across Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast: report

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The east Island and Sunshine Coast are at Level 2 on the province's drought severity index, while the west Island is at Level 1. Level 5 is the most severe.

Slight increase for Sunshine Coast drought conditions according to provincial report

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has published its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to Sept. 17.

North Cowichan exceeds provincial housing targets for second year in a row

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In a statement, the municipality said it added 399 net new housing units between August 2025 and July 2026, bringing its cumulative total to 540 units.

Latest drought report identifies low streamflow concerns for southeast Vancouver Island

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data up to Sept. 10.

Wetter weather and sweater weather dampen local drought conditions

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The province's latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin says drought conditions have improved across B.C. following recent precipitation and cooler weather.

Drought conditions persist on East Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

Environment Wylie Henderson -
Locally, East Vancouver Island, from Campbell River through Victoria, and the Sunshine Coast are at Level 2 on the drought severity index, with Level 5 being the most severe.

Latest drought report shows drying conditions for Sunshine Coast

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The report notes high water scarcity levels in the Chemainus and Koksilah Rivers in the Cowichan Valley.

Drought concerns slightly rise on Sunshine Coast, status quo for Vancouver Island

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to Aug. 13.

Latest drought bulletin shows no changes for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The report says variable conditions continue across the coastal region, and below-normal groundwater levels remain a concern in parts of East Vancouver Island and the South Coast.

North Cowichan eyes partnership with province for Crofton mill redevelopment

Municipality of North Cowichan Wylie Henderson -
North Cowichan Mayor Rob Douglas says the municipality is seeking a partnership with the province to help shape the future of the former Crofton mill site.

Latest drought report shows improved conditions for Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The report says recent rainfall has provided some relief for western Vancouver Island and much of the central and south coasts, but concerns remain about below-normal groundwater levels, reduced fish habitat and unsuitable water temperatures.

Vancouver Island drought conditions slightly improve after rainfall

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has published its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to July 23.

BC Hydro to build province’s first utility-scale battery storage facility near Duncan

Energy & Utilities Wylie Henderson -
The project is expected to be in service by 2030 as part of BC Hydro’s Powering Growth plan to expand the province’s electricity system.

Drought conditions persist on Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

Environment Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to July 16.

Recent rainfall fails to dampen Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast drought concerns

Weather Wylie Henderson -
The B.C. government has released its latest Drought and Water Scarcity Bulletin, with data current to July 9.

Coroners report 23 deaths on Vancouver Island through May due to drug toxicity

Health Wylie Henderson -
The report shows 23 people died from unregulated drug toxicity on Vancouver Island in May.
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.

B.C. Conservatives drop Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate over racist social media posts

2026 BC Election
The B.C. Conservatives have dropped their Victoria-Beacon Hill candidate after racist social media posts and comments appearing to support violence surfaced.
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