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Gibsons utility rate hikes take shape with focus on waste and water

Utility service rates in Gibsons are set to increase as council recommends 9 per cent for waste and 10 per cent annually for water and sewer amidst financial challenges and rising operational costs

Mar 13, 2025 1:46 PM Read more >

Sunshine Coast captain guides third cohort in Arctic marine training

Five Sunshine Coast residents among the class gaining vital marine navigational skills in Inuvik

Mar 13, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

'Get ready for a wild ride': Weather Network issues Canada's spring forecast

In B.C., cooler than normal temperatures paired with above normal precipitation in April could help extend the ski season, the forecast says.

Mar 13, 2025 6:04 AM Read more >

Primary Care Network pharmacist available for one-on-one visits

Eric Kosiuk meets with individuals from Gibsons to Pender Harbour to discuss and review medications.

Mar 12, 2025 6:49 PM Read more >

Gibsons gets B.C.'s first floating charge barge study

A floating charge barge at Gibsons Harbour could power a new era of marine electrification in B.C, including the proposed Howe Sound passenger ferry service..

Mar 12, 2025 2:34 PM Read more >

Five years after funding confirmed, Halfmoon Bay's hall replacement project ready to roll

The saga of a new community hall for Halfmoon Bay starts a new chapter with the Sunshine Coast Regional District stating construction of the new $3.4 million facility “is anticipated to begin soon”.

Mar 12, 2025 9:31 AM Read more >

Sunshine Coast Salvation Army seeks thrift store donations

A decline in clothing donations to its thrift store has the Salvation Army reaching out to the community to remind them donations go directly toward the local services they offer.

Mar 12, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

Letters: Non-compliance that may benefit community

'A non-compliant designation informs current and future owners of limitations affecting the usability and value of the property, unless and until brought into compliance. This encourages compliance and deters non-compliance community-wide.'

Mar 11, 2025 7:30 PM Read more >

Hotel Lake citizen scientist honoured with volunteer award

A retired fighter pilot turned citizen scientist was honoured last month for his work documenting the flora and fauna of Garden Bay’s Hotel Lake.

Mar 11, 2025 4:58 PM Read more >

18-year-old NDP candidate wants to give youth a voice at the federal level

The 18-year-old was recently acclaimed as the federal NDP candidate for West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky.

Mar 11, 2025 12:36 PM Read more >