Tag: Nanaimo

Nomination period approaching for municipal elections

Elections Tyler Hay -
The nomination period for the October municipal election will open Sept. 1.

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.

Coroners report 31 suspected illicit drug overdose deaths on Vancouver Island through March

Health Wylie Henderson -
Updated data from the BC Coroners Service shows 31 deaths were reported on Vancouver Island through March due to suspected unregulated drug toxicity.

Vancouver Island snowpack at 27 per cent of normal

Weather My Tri-Port Now Staff -
Data from the province’s latest snow survey and water supply bulletin shows Vancouver Island snowpacks are among the lowest in B.C. as of May 1.

Province expands early family-law support across Vancouver Island

Community Wylie Henderson -
More families on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast will soon have expanded access to free legal support aimed at resolving disputes outside court.

Four Island and Coast communities to receive funding for FIFA World Cup 2026 celebrations

Community My Tri-Port Now Staff -
The B.C. government is providing funding to communities across the province to celebrate the “beautiful game.” 

Island Health welcoming applications for 2026 youth harm reduction award

Health Wylie Henderson -
The health authority said the award recognizes youth who are taking action to reduce harms from substances such as alcohol, nicotine or unregulated drugs through school projects, education or peer support.

Coastal Flooding Statement active for parts of Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast

Weather Wylie Henderson -
Environment Canada has issued a coastal flooding statement for B.C.’s south coast, affecting parts of Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast.

Wildfire sparks west of Nanaimo 

Wildfires Justin Baumgardner -
A new wildfire west of Nanaimo has sparked but is less than a hectare in size.

Case of avian flu confirmed in Regional District of Nanaimo backyard farm

News My Tri-Port Now Staff -
Another poultry flock on Vancouver Island has a confirmed case of avian flu. The Regional District of Nanaimo confirmed the...

Body of Missing Mushroom Picker Found Near Nanaimo

News Justin Goulet -
After an extensive six-day search, the body of 73-year-old Faye Hanson has been located by search and rescue volunteers...

Mounties warn of CRA gift card scam

News Justin Goulet -
Mounties are reminding people to be wary of anyone calling and demanding money - even if they claim to...

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