Tag: City of Duncan

Mike McKinlay acclaimed as Duncan mayor

Mike McKinlay has been elected mayor by acclamation.

Duncan study explores potential boundary changes

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

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.

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.

Cowichan Valley election candidates declared

Nominations have closed for the 2026 general local election, with candidates declared Sept. 11.

Duncan preparing for installation of new welcome sign

The City of Duncan is installing its new “Welcome to Duncan” sign facing southbound traffic.

Planned power outage in Duncan Wednesday

The city said BC Hydro will shut off power along a section of Government Street on Wednesday to perform a system upgrade.

Duncan seeks nominations for Scroll of Honour

The award recognizes people who have made significant contributions to the community through at least 15 years of volunteer service.

City of Duncan launches tender process for Heather Street watermain replacement

The City of Duncan is seeking qualified contractors for its Heather Street watermain replacement project.

Duncan issues response following StatsCan’s crime severity index ranking

The City of Duncan has issued a response following the release of Statistics Canada data that ranked the community as having the highest Crime Severity Index in B.C.

Jubilee Street closure extension planned next week

The city said the closure will include the section between Second Street and mid-block before Evans Street in both directions from Monday, July 20 to Wednesday, July 22.

City of Duncan unveils new public art

The City of Duncan has unveiled a mural at 15 Canada Ave., across from Charles Hoey Park, created by artist Jesse Campbell.

Quarterly RCMP report shows rise in fraud, violent crimes in Duncan

A quarterly report from North Cowichan/Duncan RCMP shows crime increased in the City of Duncan, with repeat offenders contributing to much of the activity.

10 week closure of section of Jubilee Street in Duncan begins

The closure is between Evans Street and First Street and will last 10 weeks.

Deadline approaching for boundary study advisory panel applications

The City of Duncan is continuing to accept applications from residents interested in joining an advisory panel for the city’s boundary realignment study.

Duncan seeks members for advisory panel on boundary realignment study

The panel will provide local knowledge and practical context to the consultant conducting the study.
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Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

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

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

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

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

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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