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Editorial: Are we willing to pay for our patriotism in building new ferries?

Editorial: Are we willing to pay for our patriotism in building new ferries?

Patriotism is no match for pragmatism, and the fact is no Canadian firms bid on the job.
qathet and Sechelt farmers' markets bring millions into economy

qathet and Sechelt farmers' markets bring millions into economy

No need to wonder where food came from when buying local
A meadery in the works and protecting Douglas fir ecosystems: SCRD briefs

A meadery in the works and protecting Douglas fir ecosystems: SCRD briefs

A meadery is seeking a liquor licence in Roberts Creek, residential variance permits proceed around the Coast, and board receives delegations concerned with protecting Coastal Douglas fir ecosystems – highlights of the June 26 SCRD board meeting.
Healthy Harbour Plan charts a greener future for Gibsons

Healthy Harbour Plan charts a greener future for Gibsons

Eelgrass surveys, debris cleanups, and citizen science initiatives highlight a year of progress in marine stewardship
'Looks like a ghost ship': B.C. woman spots mirage while on ferry

'Looks like a ghost ship': B.C. woman spots mirage while on ferry

She was on a BC Ferries vessel when she spotted an illusion in the Salish Sea.
Most SCRD water systems go to Stage 2 July 11

Most SCRD water systems go to Stage 2 July 11

Effective Friday, July 11, and until further notice, the Sunshine Coast Regional District Chapman, Soames, Granthams, South Pender Harbour and Eastbourne water systems will move to Stage 2 water conservation measures. North Pender and the Town of Gibsons remain at Stage 1.
Gibsons advances next phase of 78-unit affordable housing project

Gibsons advances next phase of 78-unit affordable housing project

Public hearing coming in July for Phase 3 of Christenson Lands (Shaw Road) project
Penticton business association makes surveillance camera pitch to Sechelt council

Penticton business association makes surveillance camera pitch to Sechelt council

City of Penticton has been using surveillance cameras since 2021, in an effort to help curb crime, arson and vandalism.
Goldstone matches Gwin's record of four straight World Cup downhill wins

Goldstone matches Gwin's record of four straight World Cup downhill wins

Hoffmann prevails among women on perfect day for Santa Cruz Syndicate; Hemstreet rides to third
Wildfire near Powell River under control

Wildfire near Powell River under control

Haslam Lake area blaze suspected to be human caused