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Letter: Grit and determination, not fear, decided the election

Letter: Grit and determination, not fear, decided the election

'Our federal election outcome, while not predicted just six months ago, was not driven by fear, but rather by dogged grit and determination!'
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Snowpack data important in Chapman's 'rain-dependent' watershed

Snowpack data important in Chapman's 'rain-dependent' watershed

'Five-six years ago we were in the early stages of actually understanding our water system and what could trigger certain stages and events.  We are now at an operational level, way better at understanding of the responses and potential changes to our system,' says SCRD manager of infrastructure, Remko Rosenboom.
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Sechelt council briefs: Mandatory good neighbour agreement gets support

Sechelt council briefs: Mandatory good neighbour agreement gets support

Also included is a stop-work order on Mason Road and changes to solid waste bins
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SCRD abandons Gray Creek intake enhancement project

SCRD abandons Gray Creek intake enhancement project

According to a consultant report, the creek’s summer flows 'frequently approach or fall below the SCRD’s licensed withdrawal rate of 32 litres per second' making it a less likely candidate for year-round water supply.
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Love of nature a catalyst to clean up in qathet region

Love of nature a catalyst to clean up in qathet region

Plastic, food wrappers and cigarette butts found regularly at beaches around town
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SCRD to ask to extend lifespan of upper lakes siphons

SCRD to ask to extend lifespan of upper lakes siphons

Also SCRD requests to adjust the environmental flow needs (EFN) on Chapman Creek not anticipated to be heard this year and adjustments not considered possible in 2025. 
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Right now, buying may be cheaper than renting, says real estate data firm

Right now, buying may be cheaper than renting, says real estate data firm

Falling rates mean mortgage payments can beat rents for similar units, says Zonda Urban.
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Gibsons council approves second cannabis store rezoning application

Gibsons council approves second cannabis store rezoning application

Second cannabis store in Gibsons gets the green light from council, meeting town criteria and provincial licensing requirements.
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Hiker rescued at Skookumchuck Narrows after lower leg injury

Hiker rescued at Skookumchuck Narrows after lower leg injury

Response highlights teamwork of local emergency responders and the importance of being prepared for hiking in remote areas says SCRD communications manager
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Hoping to take a ferry this summer? Best to plan ahead, says B.C. Ferries

Hoping to take a ferry this summer? Best to plan ahead, says B.C. Ferries

B.C. Ferries carried a record-breaking nine million passengers over 102,000 trips last summer. With more Canadians travelling locally this year, it’s a trend they expect to continue.
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