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VIDEO: Vancouver Island firefighters sharpen skills for national accreditation

"It takes a while to perfect," says director of emergency services Steve Sorensen

Jul 18, 2025 10:34 AM Read more >

Colwood artist's waterfowl mural takes flight at Esquimalt Lagoon

A blank wall of the washroom on Ocean Boulevard is now a place to stop and admire

Jul 17, 2025 11:44 AM Read more >

City of Nanaimo assessing parking rates

Staff points out that some other communities adjust parking fees, with higher rates during peak hours

Jul 17, 2025 11:05 AM Read more >

Nanaimo residents can clear out household clutter during 'Reuse Rendezvous'

Nanaimo’s annual city-wide swap meet July 19-20 will help keep items out of the landfill

Jul 17, 2025 5:05 AM Read more >

Qualicum Beach lines up for landmark purchase of Eaglecrest Golf Course property

Town to hold public consultations starting Aug. 2

Jul 16, 2025 6:51 PM Read more >

$100K donation supports affordable housing projects in Campbell River, Comox Valley

Money donated to Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North will kick off fundraising to expand affordable housing at 461 Hilchey Road in Campbell River

Jul 16, 2025 2:24 PM Read more >

Snowbirds set to shoot across skies over Victoria's Inner Harbour

Canadian Forces aerial team set to fly by on July 22 at 6 p.m.

Jul 16, 2025 12:30 PM Read more >

City of Duncan’s new Friendship Square - Hiiye'yutul now open

Work on project began in 2020

Jul 16, 2025 11:45 AM Read more >

2-day Vancouver Island cycle tour funds critical hospice programs

110 Vancouver Island riders support hospice work in Victoria, Campbell River, Comox, Nanaimo, Cowichan, Oceanside, Salt Spring and Sooke

Jul 16, 2025 11:30 AM Read more >

Wacky watercraft will race at Nanaimo's Silly Boat Regatta

Nanaimo Child Development Centre fundraising event takes place July 20 at Maffeo Sutton Park

Jul 16, 2025 5:05 AM Read more >