Sechelt News

Songwriter pens ode to ferry dependent Sunshine Coast

Robin Atchison says 'Well I Had Time' is just one observation about life on the Coast.

Apr 3, 2025 9:39 AM Read more >

Collaborative housing meet-and-greet and tour on the Sunshine Coast takes place Saturday

Tour highlights properties in Sechelt and Gibsons appropriate for co-housing.

Apr 2, 2025 3:37 PM Read more >

Sechelt resident tried to chase down man who lit van on fire

Joseph Dooks says he stopped the chase on Wharf Avenue to call in the fire because he was concerned the van would blow up.

Apr 1, 2025 5:15 PM Read more >

RCMP incident report: Little Black Book of Scams available for free

Teens continue to run amok, while road blocks in Sechelt take impaired drivers off the road.

Apr 1, 2025 3:29 PM Read more >

Sechelt council variance permit allows for garage conversion

Garage conversion to a laneway house supports housing opportunities in Sechelt, say staff.

Mar 29, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

Sechelt and Pender Harbour Fire Departments receive funds

Just under $80,000 coming to the lower Sunshine Coast

Mar 27, 2025 1:49 PM Read more >

Some building bylaw fines in Sechelt have increased to $1,000

As well, early and late bylaw violation payment amounts were removed due to their difficulty in processing.

Mar 26, 2025 4:03 PM Read more >

Sechelt council makes changes to property tax exemption policy

Starting in 2026, some church properties will drop from 100 to 75 percent property tax exemption.

Mar 26, 2025 6:30 AM Read more >

Updated: House fire closes Port Mellon Highway Monday afternoon

As of 3:38 p.m., the Sunshine Coast RCMP report the 1800 block of the Port Melon Hwy is closed due to a fire.

Mar 24, 2025 4:41 PM Read more >

Mayor's motion to allow more short term rentals stalls at council

Mayor John Henderson gave up his motion to approach the province for exemption from STR-3 legislation.

Mar 24, 2025 10:09 AM Read more >