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Letters: Passing of climate action plan good news

Letters: Passing of climate action plan good news

The plan is a complex and comprehensive road map for dealing with the climate crisis in our community with 15 goals, 25 actions, and 58 supporting actions that (from the report) “build upon the existing actions taken by the SCRD to address climate change and allow the SCRD to proactively identify opportunities for action that advance the community towards low carbon resilience.”
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Art Beat: Album launch leads Gibsons Landing Jazz Fest (and Beyond)

Art Beat: Album launch leads Gibsons Landing Jazz Fest (and Beyond)

Among the highlights of the Gibsons Landing Jazz Festival (and Beyond) will be an album release by the vastly multifaceted quintet Mimosa.
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Sunshine Coast homeowner fined for dredging creek

Sunshine Coast homeowner fined for dredging creek

At least 80 salmon eggs destroyed from mechanical work in Stephens Creek
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BC Ferries adds sailing from Langdale to Horseshoe Bay

BC Ferries adds sailing from Langdale to Horseshoe Bay

Additional trip announced for evening of June 13
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Editorial: The Woodfibre LNG 'baby'

Editorial: The Woodfibre LNG 'baby'

'The resistance by some on council to the Woodfibre LNG floatel temporary use permit (TUP) is akin to folks standing around while a baby is being born, debating the merits of a pregnancy. The baby is on its way, folks.'
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PODS gearing up to break ground in the fall

PODS gearing up to break ground in the fall

Loon Foundation has hired Spani Construction for building
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‘Quite proud of this little town’: Residents assembly kicks off Gibsons OCP update

‘Quite proud of this little town’: Residents assembly kicks off Gibsons OCP update

Over five Sundays between February and May, 25 Gibsons residents selected by lottery across demographics and neighbourhoods, convened in a residents’ assembly to discuss the future of land use within the municipality. 
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Letters: Kudos for reopening critical transit discussion on the Coast

Letters: Kudos for reopening critical transit discussion on the Coast

'My bus story:  In 2001, I was able to purchase property 10 km north of Halfmoon Bay after confirming  there would  be bus service available in my area as I don’t drive. Unfortunately, the service ended a few years later after going out of business.'
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Tweaks coming for Sunshine Coast riparian rules: SCRD holding public hearing

Tweaks coming for Sunshine Coast riparian rules: SCRD holding public hearing

The Sunshine Coast Regional District wants to strengthen its protection of local riparian areas by making three amendments to bylaws as a way to meet provincial requirements. These proposed amendments will be discussed at a public hearing June 24, 2024.
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Local Charm/Global Polish: Pender Harbour’s Painted Boat Resort is an integral part of the community

Local Charm/Global Polish: Pender Harbour’s Painted Boat Resort is an integral part of the community

Waking up in one of 31 guest villas at the Painted Boat Resort consciousness is accompanied by mild surprise. No bedside alarm beams the time with crimson rigidity. No wall clock admonishes the late sleeper.
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