Author Archives: Syndicated Content

British Columbia’s New Democrat government is pledging more homes for first-time buyers and eviction protection for renters in a throne speech that promises affordability measures in this week&#...

NANAIMO - What's believed to be an unprecedented case of forgery in the mid-Island region involved a construction contractor issuing multiple fake occupancy permits for newly built homes. Don Ballard,...

NANAIMO - Ongoing construction work through the city’s downtown core will ramp up considerably over the coming weeks. Pouring of concrete in specific locations began Thursday, Feb. 15 and will c...

OTTAWA - Canada’s mental health and addictions minister believes fear and stigma are driving criticism of the government’s decision to support prescribing pharmaceuticals to drug users to ...

OTTAWA - As the Bank of Canada waits for the right moment to start cutting interest rates, some economists are arguing that its decision shouldn’t hinge on the housing market. Canada’s inf...

NANAIMO - There are plenty of fun, free, and family-friendly activities taking place this Family Day long weekend locally and across the province. The City of Nanaimo is hosting several free events on...

NANAIMO - An artistic collaboration between the City and Snuneymuxw First Nation (SFN) will bring some unique artwork to the streets. The City partnered with Ay Lelum, The Good House of Design and art...

NANAIMO - Spring soccer programs for kids are in registration mode for Nanaimo United while their top level teams are about to enter playoffs. Club spokesperson Daragh Fitzgerald said interest in the ...

COLWOOD - It was a night of not much space at the Q Centre for the Clippers. The Victoria Grizzlies took a 4-1 win in a game they never trailed. Mid way through the opening period the teams traded two...

NANAIMO - In response to a prolonged lack of precipitation, a revised approach is being taken to combat a damaging, fast-growing invasive plant. Joanne Sales, executive director of non-profit organiza...