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RCMP on the lookout for two theft suspects 

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Port Hardy RCMP officers are hoping the public can help identify two theft suspects. Last week, police received a call after two  downriggers were stolen at the government dock just...

Healing sessions planned as more unmarked graves found on Vancouver Island

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The Penelakut First Nation near Chemainus says over 160 undocumented grave sites have been discovered on their grounds and foreshore. In a letter posted on social media, the first nation...

Changes to Agricultural Land Reserve rules increase housing flexibility on Vancouver Island

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New rules to the Agricultural Land Reserve are going to increase housing flexibility on Vancouver Island. Starting December 31st, those living in ALR areas will have the option for a...

Port Hardy RCMP help teach youngsters the importance of bike safety

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Some Port Hardy RCMP officers used a unique way to teach bike safety at local elementary schools. The Indigenous Policing section of the Port Hardy RCMP joined forces with other...

Over 850 people lose their lives to toxic illicit drugs in 2021

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Another 160 people lost their lives this May due to illicit drug toxicity. It's the 15th consecutive month where B.C has seen deaths related to toxic drugs get above 100,...

BC Hydro working to restore power for North Island residents

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Power is still out for many on the North Island, but crews say they are trying to get it back as soon as possible. BC Hydro updated its website this...

Record Heat wave continues this week across Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast 

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With the hot temperatures continuing this week, Island Health is reminding you to take it easy. A heat warning is in effect for most of Vancouver Island and the Sunshine...

Canada Day celebrations cancelled for another North Island community

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Another North Island city is not celebrating Canada day this year. The City of Port McNeil had planned to host a community BBQ on July 1st, but after receiving backlash on...

BC SPCA reminds pet guardians about dangers of leaving animals in hot cars 

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With record high temperatures rolling out across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, the BCSPCA is asking pet owners...

Fire ban in effect for Coastal Fire Centre this week

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Effective at noon Wednesday, June 23rd, most open burning activities will be prohibited throughout the Coastal Fire Centre. This prohibition...

Premier John Horgan says we ‘must recognize the systemic racism’

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Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Premier John Horgan says as we honour and celebrate Indigenous communities today, we must...

Provincial travel restrictions lifted as B.C moves into Step 2 Tuesday

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Step 2 of B.C’s restart plan begins tomorrow That means you will be able to travel outside of your regional...

Vancouver Island man donating time and equipment to find more residential school graves 

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A Vancouver Island man is doing what he can to uncover the truth about residential schools on Vancouver Island.  Graeme...

Vancouver Island student wins $10,000 grant for Habitat for Humanity projects

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Vancouver Island students are once again making a national impact.  Every year Habitat for Humanity launches its Meaning of Home...

Charities on Vancouver Island getting a boost from United Way 

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United Way is helping out 35 local charitable organizations across Vancouver Island. The extra funding will be used towards addressing...

Over 70% of British Columbians have now received at least one vaccine shot 

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We might be able to visit family and friends outside of our regional zones very soon. That’s because so far,...
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De Havilland Canada reaches $2.5B financing deal to double waterbomber production

Business
De Havilland Canada has reached an agreement with the federal government and Export Development Canada (EDC) for up to $2.5 billion in financing to double production capacity for its Canadair 515 waterbombers.

Doctors, advocates fear end of safer supply under new B.C. Conservative government

Health
Harm-reduction advocates say they are bracing for a possible increase in overdose deaths and more stress on the health-care system if the incoming B.C. Conservative government follows through on its pledge to end safer supply in the province.

Ottawa designates Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion a project of national interest

Economy
The federal government has listed the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 expansion at the Port of Vancouver as a project of national interest.

RCMP offer ‘tricks’ to ‘treat’ yourself to a safe Halloween

RCMP
Police across Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast are reminding people to make safety part of their Halloween plans Saturday.

Jennifer Whiteside tapped as B.C. NDP interim leader as party regroups after election defeat

Politics
Jennifer Whiteside has been named interim leader of the B.C. NDP.
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