Battle of the Paddle: Islanders Divided Over PickleballNo sport generates more adoration or drama in BC than Pickleball
What We Love: Life in the SeaLocal underwater cinematographer John Roney captures the beauty of the coast
Whistleblower’s Testimony Renews Questions About VanIsle’s Extraterrestrial Secrets1981 was a year unexplained UFO phenomena on Vancouver Island
Giving Back Made Easy: New Guide on Supporting the HomelessDocument outlines heartfelt efforts to support neighbors in need
VIDEO: Blind Swimmer’s 11-Hour Triumph Across the StraitWatch his triumphant arrival at Pipers Lagoon
What We Love: Close-Ups Of Curious BearsFunny video captured in Malahat Territory gives bears eye view a whole new meaning
VIDEO: Unraveling Van Isle’s Ancient SecretsArcheologist merges science with traditional knowledge to explore history
What We Love: Wildflowers in the AlpineIndian paintbrush grows in the alpine and some places along the west coast
Gone, But Never ForgottenGordon Lightfoot received the Order of Canada and was inducted into the Songwriter's Hall of Fame and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Canadian Tire Caught Invading People’s PrivacyA manager's vendetta with thieves taken to dystopian levels?
You Think The Heat Dome Was Bad? Our Oceans Are Taking The Biggest HitScientists are worried salmon will vanish from the south coast of BC
Around the Island in 73 DaysAfter months of freedom, only a cheeseburger could break Rigby's resolve.
Make Pottery, Make Money, Make Communities StrongerIn 2019 Vancouver Island artists, arts groups and cultural tourism generated $675 million in GDP (gross domestic product)
Big Tobacco, Underage Vaping and Shady SuppliersDespite regulations, youth are getting their vape products from illegal suppliers
Healthcare System Has North Islanders Rallying for ChangeFrustrations with the rural healthcare system are peaking in Port McNeill.
Get It Fixed At The Cumberland Repair CafeGet an expert helping hand repairing your broken items this weekend!
What We Love: Our Ocean CreaturesGiant Pacific Octopus reaches towards the sun through stunning clear blue waves
What We Love: Totem Pole about to Take FlightThis captivating photo helps Indigenous artwork come to life.
Vancouver Day Trips Are About To Get EasierHigh-speed ferries going straight from Nanaimo to downtown
Meet Terry Lewis, the Man Behind Vancouver Island’s Epic 800 Km TrailIt's been a long and winding road to get the trail built
Ocean Energy Powers a New Beginning on Nootka Island"You can’t undo history, but you can change the future."
Dedicated Doctor Honored by First Nation for Service to Remote Community"Remained the light to this community in his tireless caring for our people in exceptionally challenging times."
Boosting Nurse-to-Patient Ratios Is A Top PriorityCritics doubt the mandatory nurse-to-patient ratio mandate will be effective because of the lack of staff right now.
Save Simms Creek – Local Biodiversity Hotspot Threatened by Housing ProposalBut shutting down the project will be no easy feat
What We Love: Wild Lightning StormsThey don't happen here very often, but when they do, they're magnificent
Reality Show Contestants Miss The BusWith days in between buses to Port Hardy, a Father-Daughter duo was forced to hitchhike
What We Love: Reflections on the WaterA wooden pier looks even more like a time capsule when it's reflected
Kwakiutl Standing Against “Secret” Forestry Deal To Log Old GrowthA deal involving Western Forest Products to log old growth near Port McNeill was reportedly signed in secret
Big Stars On The Big Stage At Vancouver Island MusicFestGrammy Award-winner Sarah McLachlan kicks off the Festival
The Inspiring Story of Port Alberni’s First Black Family and TeacherPort Alberni's black history started a lot more recently than you think
Photographer Captures Mind-Blowing Herring Spawn, Makes Us Wonder if Our Own Births Were This SpectacularKali Wexler's aerial shots of the annual herring spawn off Hornby Island leave us in awe - and a little jealous
Farmer Digs Up Lost Language During Spring CleaningRemarkable discovery of microfilms found in a workshop in Kitwanga
Cumberland’s “Rainbow House” Will Help Get At-Risk Youths Off The StreetsA new approach to stop the cycle that leaves kids back on the streets.
Does The End Of Cheap Money Mean Big Tech Is Dead?Investments in high-risk technology companies have also slowed big time.
What Will BC’s Multi-Billion-Dollar Housing Plan Actually Do?Homes for People plan promises financial incentives to build, a flipping tax to prevent speculation, and financial support for renters and homeowners
Dramatic Changes To Healthcare in Port HardyWe're getting a whole new healthcare centre - with fresh branding
From Climate Champ to Coal Booster: Ex-BC Premier Horgan’s Puzzling Career PivotEx-BC Premier Horgan hops on the coal train, leaving us scratching our heads: Climate crusader or opportunistic coal convert?
Showing Off An Island LegendAlberni Valley Museum exhibit dedicated to iconic island artist, George Clutesi