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As of May 29, national dental plan open to all eligible Canadians

As of May 29, national dental plan open to all eligible Canadians

Those already enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Plan were to renew by June 1, to continue coverage with no gaps.
Obituary: Rosa Irene Swan

Obituary: Rosa Irene Swan

'Rosa’s love and caring, practical positivity, and adaptability to each new challenge were amazing gifts, and will continue to inspire the many lives she touched.'
Obituary: Roberta Ann Hopkins

Obituary: Roberta Ann Hopkins

'She lived with optimism and determination, carrying a love for her friends and family that shaped every part of her life.'
Obituary: Edward Alexander Beketa

Obituary: Edward Alexander Beketa

'His adventures with friends and family, on his boat ‘Catch Ya Later’, are worthy of many campfire stories.'
Dads, daughters and decades of dancing: Rotary’s Beloved ‘Dad and Me’ Tradition Turns 26

Dads, daughters and decades of dancing: Rotary’s Beloved ‘Dad and Me’ Tradition Turns 26

The Rotary Club’s 26th annual Dad & Me Dance earlier this month was a 400-person sold-out affair as delighted local fathers and daughters took part in the local tradition that started with just 20 participants in 1999.
Sold-out Coaster still needs volunteers

Sold-out Coaster still needs volunteers

June 7 is the second annual Coaster marathon, and our Halfmoon Happenings columnist Kyla Trethewey checked in with organizers Marzelle and Jeanelle for insight into what’s already become a wildly popular late spring event.
Good Birding: Awaiting last of our migrating species

Good Birding: Awaiting last of our migrating species

Species’ arrivals have been a bit behind schedule
Coast drag racing levels up!

Coast drag racing levels up!

The hungry growl of engines shakes the ground, each working part itching to hit the track. With the sweet smell of gasoline in the air, we launch into the 27th season of Sunshine Coast drag racing.
Just Ask: What local supports exist for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community on the Sunshine Coast?

Just Ask: What local supports exist for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community on the Sunshine Coast?

The Sunshine Coast is home to several inclusive programs and welcoming spaces that support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Sechelt Skies: Heavy metals: Alchemy for non-dummies​

Sechelt Skies: Heavy metals: Alchemy for non-dummies​

Also, more planetary action in June