Tag: Municipal News

BC Housing suspends plans for affordable housing in Chemainus

Community Justin Baumgardner -
Applications are on hold for BC's Affordable Housing Program causing a proposed 58-unit project in Chemainus to be halted.

North Cowichan’s mayor reflects on 2025, and provides a look into 2026 

Municipality of North Cowichan Justin Baumgardner -
Mayor Rob Douglas provides insight into 2025 as North Cowichan starts to navigate a new year.

Council may forego over $150,000 in permissive tax exemptions to 25 organizations 

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
The city could be out over $150,000 if they grant permissive tax exemptions for close to 25 local organizations.

City of Duncan to explore funding options for proposed Cairnsmore Roundabout 

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
An application is being put forward for $2.1 million to fund a new roundabout in Duncan.

Duncan City Council to mull over new warming centre proposal

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
City staff will present their proposal to adopt a temporary use permit to allow a warming shelter to be operated regularly during cold winter months.

City of Duncan offers insight into small-scale multi-unit housing development 

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
The City of Duncan has released designs for two pre-approved accessory dwelling units, reviewed for compliance with provincial regulations.  The...

DDBIA dissolves three-party agreement due to reduced staffing  

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
Duncan council approved a motion to reduce the services currently provided by the Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area Society...

North Cowichan looks for options to help reduce street disorder and homelessness 

Municipality of North Cowichan Justin Baumgardner -
No matter if you live in a small rural community or a big urban city, North Cowichan’s mayor says...

Stage 2 water restrictions set across Duncan 

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
The City of Duncan has now imposed Stage 2 water restrictions.  According to the city, watering lawns, gardens, fruit trees,...

Duncan council holds special meeting for E-Comm alternatives

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
A special council meeting in Duncan will discuss alternatives for RCMP dispatch services with other South Vancouver Island municipalities.  Three recommendations...

Bridge repairs continue starting in November, leading to longer commutes 

Municipal News Justin Baumgardner -
Delays on the Chemainus River Bridge are to be expected next month as construction crews finish structural repairs starting Nov....

North Cowichan residents to see address change 

Municipal News Justin Baumgardner -
North Cowichan residents will soon get to use their own community’s name instead of using Duncan for their mailing...

Town of Ladysmith offers new engagement tool 

Municipal News Justin Baumgardner -
Ladysmith residents will now have a new way to express concerns, provide input and offer feedback on town projects...

Work starts to mitigate flooding along Chemainus River, North Cowichan mayor 

Municipal News Justin Baumgardner -
Plans to control the amount of flooding along the Chemainus River in North Cowichan are underway with six bendway...

City of Duncan closes Canada Avenue to install utilities 

City of Duncan Justin Baumgardner -
The City of Duncan has plans to shut down a section of Canada Avenue and is asking residents to...

CVRD moves to Stage 2 water restricts across region 

Cowichan Valley Regional District Justin Baumgardner -
Municipalities across the CVRD are being asked to observe new restrictions as the district moves to Stage 2 water...

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Prices see little movement as Vancouver Island real estate turns to buyers’ market

Real Estate
The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board recorded 13 per cent fewer home sales in September than a year earlier, while benchmark prices remained relatively stable.

Allenby Road closure extended until spring 

City of Duncan
Allenby Road in Duncan will remain closed between Boys Road and Miller Road until spring 2027. 

Eby defends family’s use of $10-a-day childcare program

2026 BC Election
B.C. NDP Leader David Eby is facing criticism after confirming his family benefited from a $10-a-day child care program his government froze to new providers.

Great BC Shakeout encourages earthquake preparedness this week

Emergency Services
Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast residents can take part in the Great BC ShakeOut earthquake drill this week.

Cowichan Tribes, City of Duncan sign agreement to strengthen relationship

Indigenous
Cowichan Tribes and the City of Duncan have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening their government-to-government relationship.
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