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B.C. pumps $3B into electricity system upgrades across Vancouver Island

New substations, underground cables and other upgrades a response to increased clean energy demands

Jul 5, 2024 1:29 PM Read more >

Tofino the orphaned sea otter recovering, unlikely to return to wild

Pup rescued near her namesake town is under 24-hour care at the Vancouver Aquarium

Jul 4, 2024 8:00 AM Read more >

Island RCMP investigating possible fatal overnight collision involving pedestrian

RCMP in the Comox Valley is investigating a possible fatal collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian that occurred early Friday morning (June 28) in Courtenay.

Jun 28, 2024 11:49 AM Read more >

Photos: Restoration nearly complete at Hope's storm-damaged Othello Tunnels

Coquihalla Canyon Park was heavily damaged in November 2021 storms

Jun 21, 2024 4:48 PM Read more >

Orphaned Tofino sea otter pup in critical care at Vancouver Aquarium

Staff cautiously optimistic about recovery after pup found by a member of the public

Jun 19, 2024 12:50 PM Read more >

Adam Hayduk to run for BC Conservatives in Mid Island-Pacific Rim

Adam Hayduk is a former assistant coach with the BCHL's Alberni Valley Bulldogs

Jun 18, 2024 11:16 AM Read more >

Mid Island-Pacific Rim MLA Josie Osborne will run for re-election

Provincial election scheduled to take place this October

Jun 17, 2024 4:30 AM Read more >

Pilot program helps Nuu-chah-nulth youth get their driver’s licences

Program aims to remove barriers for First Nations in rural and remote communities

Jun 8, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >

Denman Island resident calls for ferry overhaul after brother's agonizing ride

“…the lack of ferry service on May 2 was unnecessary and inexcusable”

Jun 6, 2024 3:03 PM Read more >

Wolf ‘likely’ cause of dog’s disappearance in Tofino

WildSafeBC Pacific Rim issues tragic reminder for West Coast to be wary of surrounding wildlife

Jun 5, 2024 5:00 AM Read more >