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Quirky brain reshapes reality in solo showcase at GPAG

Quirky brain reshapes reality in solo showcase at GPAG

The debut solo show by Gibsons-based artist Jude Pelletier simultaneously offers an exaltation of imagination and a manifestation of neurodivergence. Two years ago, Pelletier received a midlife diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Sunshine Coast-built modular homes provide customizable options

Sunshine Coast-built modular homes provide customizable options

Three modular homes recently delivered to shíshálh Nation are receiving their finishing touches
Changes for two liquor service outlets recommended

Changes for two liquor service outlets recommended

Adjustments at Banditry Cider and Madeira Park Royal Canadian Legion are to be considered at the May 23 Sunshine Coast Regional District board meetings, as recommended at the May 15 electoral services committee.
The Collaborator: Shain Jackson works with others to build unity within diversity

The Collaborator: Shain Jackson works with others to build unity within diversity

For an accomplished artist whose ideas have inspired such high-visibility works, Shain Níniw-ém Salepem Jackson, a talented member of shíshálh Nation, balks at drawing attention to himself or his individual creative output.
Salmon Release

Salmon Release

Sunshine Coast Salmonid Enhancement Society held its annual Salmon Release Festival May 17, at Chapman Creek Hatchery. Hundreds of visitors helped release some 18,300 coho salmon smolts into Chapman Creek.
BC Ferries cancels Comox/Powell River round trip

BC Ferries cancels Comox/Powell River round trip

Unanticipated crew absence due to a medical incident results in cancellations
Road to preparedness: Beginning to organize for emergencies

Road to preparedness: Beginning to organize for emergencies

From earliest times, people leaned on their neighbours for help and support –– to build a barn, bring in the harvest, to share food and skills in times of emergency.
Road to preparedness: The importance of neighbourhood

Road to preparedness: The importance of neighbourhood

Getting to know your neighbours, gathering information, developing lines of communication, identifying skills and unique needs in your neighbourhood and learning how these can best be met by neighbours themselves mean we will all be able to respond more quickly and effectively resulting in reduced demands on our already stretched resources such as fire, ambulance and search and rescue.
How BC Wildfire Service is fighting misinformation with compassion

How BC Wildfire Service is fighting misinformation with compassion

As more people engage with posts about wildfires on social media, the government agency is trying a new approach to combat the spread of misinformation.
Sechelt sees 2024 surplus of just over $4 million in 2024

Sechelt sees 2024 surplus of just over $4 million in 2024

Audit shows District of Sechelt came in under budget on expenses for 2024.