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B.C. seniors advocate seeks tenancy protection for residents of retirement homes

B.C. seniors advocate seeks tenancy protection for residents of retirement homes

“We want seniors to have the same rental protections as other British Columbians and we want the rights of seniors upheld."
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Coast Life: Grab your bike and join in on the second annual local food tour

Coast Life: Grab your bike and join in on the second annual local food tour

What is a slow food cycle? imagine a fully family-friendly, bike-based, farm, cidery and distillery tour!
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‘Billy’s Walk’ development proposed to neighbour Stonehurst

‘Billy’s Walk’ development proposed to neighbour Stonehurst

Frits de Vries Architects’ application for “Billy’s Walk Residences” proposes 43 to 49 residential units across five buildings.
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Swastika sign at Israel-Canada softball game in Surrey denounced

Swastika sign at Israel-Canada softball game in Surrey denounced

B.C. political leaders have condemned an anti-Israel protest at the Canada Cup softball tournament in Surrey involving the Israel women's national team.
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SCRD directors go 'bold' on transit build up in coming years

SCRD directors go 'bold' on transit build up in coming years

'We need much better transit now,' Gibsons Director Silas White said June 27, as regional district directors recommended potential transit improvements to 2028 that went beyond those put forward by staff.
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Breaks from the heat available at air-conditioned SCRD facilities

Breaks from the heat available at air-conditioned SCRD facilities

Air-conditioned spaces will be available to the public at regional recreation facilities as the hottest days of this year are anticipated to be on their way to our area, according to Environment Canada.
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Letters: It’s becoming unaffordable in Gibsons

Letters: It’s becoming unaffordable in Gibsons

'According to the latest annual report from the Town of Gibsons, the ratepayers are currently servicing a total debt of around $9M which accounts for 4 per cent of the annual budget.'
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With heat wave looming, people are reminded not to leave animals locked in a vehicle

With heat wave looming, people are reminded not to leave animals locked in a vehicle

The BC SPCA also wants to remind the public that breaking a car window to remove an animal is illegal and dangerous.
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New toilet installation approved for campground on Texada Island

New toilet installation approved for campground on Texada Island

Regional district directors vote for $16,000 expenditure for Shelter Point Regional Park
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Rental truck impounded after speeding driver turns out to be impaired

Rental truck impounded after speeding driver turns out to be impaired

After the truck was clocked at 106 km/h in a 60 km/h construction zone, near Comox Valley Parkway, police found the driver was impaired by alcohol.
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