Battle of the Paddle: Islanders Divided Over Pickleball
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Whistleblower's Testimony Renews Questions About VanIsle's Extraterrestrial Secrets
Were the X Files actually real?
Hero Saves Woman From Fire – Loses His Livelihood In The Process
Local Esso owner presented with Citizens Service Award faces an uncertain future
Comox Unites for Lazo Marsh Revival: Can They Save It?
Comox Couple has watched Lazo Marsh deteriorate over the past 25 years – they're fighting for change
Van Isle Continues To Break Heat Records
Sunny Summer days are welcome, but rising temperatures are causing lots of problems
Retired Detective Honours Forgotten Veterans
Ted Usher aims to ensure that those who served and returned to Canada are properly identified and honored with military markers
What We Love – Colours of the Sky
This sunset looks like it should be hanging on your wall!
Forgotten Demo Tape Finds New Life
Band member decided to finish album to commemorate lead singer
From Small Town to Big Race: Two Comox Valley Teams Take on The Amazing Race Canada
When the new season premieres on July 4, the Valley can anticipate episodes highlighting the grit of their local contestants.
Local Teen Chef Sizzles, Wowing Judges In Elite Competition
At just 18 years old, she's already at the top of her field
Welcome to the Valley's "New Age"
Moon dances, ancestral healing circles, Spirit Fairs – a new wave of spirituality is trending locally
What We Love: Lakes Near Gold River
What's better than soft light falling over the mountains, as viewed from a lake
A Persistent Poop Problem
Nearly $10 million in funding will improve Cumberland's failing lagoon sewage treatment system
What We Love: Shipwrecks in Royston
Nearly a century ago, ships were scuttled near Royston to create a breakwater
A Dance With The Devil
Paddleboarders plow across Hecate Strait in 12-hour push
Comox's Adin Hill: From Third-String to Stanley Cup Champion!
Audience chants "MVP!" after local star makes 31 saves in final game to victory!
Full Steam Ahead or Dead in the Tracks? The Vancouver Island Rail Story
It's a grand scheme that aims to rejuvenate a whopping 290 km of railway line
From Comox to Hollywood: Homegrown Star Brendan Fletcher's Remarkable Rise in Showbiz
From his early success in Little Criminals to starring alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, the local actor's career has been nothing short of remarkable.
Comox-Born Goalie Stars, Two Wins Away From the Stanley Cup!
Get ready for an intense showdown tonight!
Community Talks: Shooting Up Near Puntledge Elementary
Facebook posting generates discussion and solutions
What We Love: Owls That Have Seen Some Stuff
Hoot hoot! What have you been doing?
Lost and Found: Storage Locker Reveals Forgotten Legacy of Native Carver
Love transcends time as a daughter from Comox joyfully reunites with her late father's treasures
From Spandex to Superheroes: Tour de Rock Cyclists Conquer Cancer One Kilometer at a Time
Strap on your helmets and don your spandex, because the Tour de Rock is back, raising funds to cure childhood cancer, proving that superpowers come in the…
From Local Roots to Global Recognition: Comox Valley's Mountain Biking Stars Shine Bright
Bulld trails and they will ride
April Showers Bring Mays Flowers
Annual Art and Bloom Festival is back at Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens
Shout Out To The FlowerMan
The Valley's favourite bus driver
Locals Protest ShipBreaking, Where's the Enforcement?
Despite two years of public outcry, operation continues
Spandex, Food, Beer, Music, Film and Gears Collide in Cumberland
The first annual Stokefest MTB takes place in Cumberland on May 14-15
Don't Be Missing on Red Dress Day
Join a local event to honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
You Think The Heat Dome Was Bad? Our Oceans Are Taking The Biggest Hit
Sea surface temperature records have been smashed
60-Year-Old Problem Being Fixed
Restoration of the old Field Sawmills site will have a huge positive impact on fish and wildlife
Meet Terry Lewis, the Man Behind Vancouver Island's Epic 800 Km Trail
Volunteers have been working on the trail for more than 15 years
Are We On The Brink of Another Big One?
VanIsle's recent 6.0 magnitude earthquake raises questions about how prepared we are for a potential mega-thrust quake
Replacing Old Macdonald
Young Agrarians help the next generation of farmers access affordable farmland
Big Stars On The Big Stage At Vancouver Island MusicFest
Don't miss this fantastic showcase of female musical talent, featuring Rickie Lee Jones, Bros. Landreth, and Galactic
What We Love: VanIsle Artwork
Wouldn't we all love to be here?
Battle of the Breweries, Island-Style
Keg Curling is catching on, what isn't better with beer?
Realtors Are Taking a Cold Shower
The wake up call for them is good news for buyers.
Too Often Women Aren't Taken As Serious Leaders, Valley Leaders Reflect
The last 50 years have changed the landscape for women in the Valley
Got Some Extra Love To Give?
Some "pandemic pets" are looking for their forever homes.
What We Love: The Old Comox & Campbell Lake Logging Tramway
This photo is from 1912 when crew members still rode the loads
Avalanche Risk is Up, And the Rescue Squad Is Out
With a high risk of avalanches, volunteers are getting prepared.
Sign Up for Summer Fun
Youth Academy offers summer camps in Comox Valley, Campbell River, and Port Alberni.
The Family Day Extravaganza You Don't Want to Miss
Everything your kids could possibly want to do, all in one place!
Comox Filmmaker Shines "Lights" on Local Stories
New film focuses on the struggles and dreams of youth in the valley
Photos: Mt. Washington is a Powder Wonderland
Sixty-seven cm snow in two days made the resort magical for skiers and photographers
Meet Advisors Tasked with Helping the Premier Solve Our Thorniest Problems: Penny Ballem
The former vaccine czar has a history of leaving jobs in a controversial fashion
Community Shows That Standing Up For One Another Works
Refugee holds down four jobs with non-profit social agencies in Courtenay
Slide on Snow on a Piece of Art
K'omoks carver collaborates with local ski and snowboard maker
BC's New $50 Million Fund May Help Logging Companies, But What About Our Forests?
It's more economical, but maybe not as sustainable as it sounds.
Animal Rescue Seeing an Influx of Feathered Patients
Orange-breasted bird arrives in record numbers… Help keep them safe.
The Pro-Virus Nurses Sued Us…and LOST!
Judge found former nurses lawsuit could deter people from discussing misinformation about public health
This Sunken Ship Could Make You Rich
No Click Bait – 10 Million in gold for relatives of those who sank with the ship
The New Pine Beetle?
This adorable alien is a lot more harmful than it looks.
Do You Know How to Improve Your Community's Health?
Government funding new approaches
Bringing Life Through Food in Hospice
Chef proves amazing food is possible in care facilities
Local Dad Calls For Safer Roads
Dad says safer roads could have prevented son's accident
The Barkley Sound Bacteria That Cures COVID
Scientists have been using natural compounds against the virus – and they're working!
People Power Fuel's Long COVID Study
Citizen Science can answer difficult questions
Water Crisis Averted—For Now
You should still bring your own water, though
Community Christmas Tree Bonfire is Back!
The post-holiday party/garbage dump you've been waiting for!
BC Hydro Taking Precautions in the Wake of US Attacks
Attempts to take out US infrastructure has BC Hydro's guard up
Some Good News for New Year Homebuyers
Buyers will have more time to breathe before locking in
Incredible Endangered Critters We're Forgetting About
This alien slug has powerful poop
Come Meet Your New Neighbours
It can be hard being the new person in town, so a little welcome goes a long way
Have A Safe And Happy New Year!
Rest, relax, and don't forget your umbrella!
Humpbacks are on a Comeback
After being hunted nearly to extinction, conservation efforts are showing big results
Does Bill C-21 Amendment Target The Wrong People?
Minister says they're going to get it right, but current amendment is far from a bullseye
The Royals Get a Demo of Cutting-Edge VanIsle Tech
Open Oceans Robotics shows off its marine-life saving solar boats
DFO's License Buy-Back Could Be a Boondoggle
The fisheries union says the license retirement program is not a just transition
She Shoots, She Scores—Big Time
Courtenay hockey player nabs dream spot on Team Canada
Military Physician Assistants Could Help Close Healthcare Gaps
If our province would let them
The New Old-School Shop in Town
It's all about connecting and supporting the Valley—both suppliers and buyers
Washington State Did It—Why Can't We?
A 2017 disaster dumped more than 250,000 Atlantic salmon into Washington State waters
It's The Time Of Year To Adopt A Grandparent!
Spread some Christmas cheer to the Valley's seniors
Annie Lennox Sings Praises Of VanIsle Dance Duo
The iconic pop legend gives her seal of approval to "Funkanometry"
Mosaic Lands Should Have Been Included in KFN Treaty Talks
All that's left are scraps of Crown land to put together an offer
Feds Forget Local Businesses Who Stepped Up For The Cause
They did the right thing for their communities and then got forgotten
A Big Moment For An Endangered Little Creature
US Postal Service to feature beleaguered Vancouver Island Marmot on a stamp
Comox's Medal-Worthy Citizen!
This school teacher will be accepting one of BC's most prestigious awards
From BC to Hawaii With A Broken Back
A mother's love crosses oceans
Garbage Spill From A Year Ago Still Washing Up On Our Shores
Urinal mats and unicorns are still washing up on our beaches
How Do We Get Hydro When There's No Water?
BC Hydro says its power plants can weather the current drought
Are You Giving Back This Christmas?
Earl Naswell Community Christmas Dinner needs you and your potato peeler
Earthquake Warning System A Go
Even seconds of warning make a difference
Ski Resort Celebrates Opening Day—With a Water Shortage
The 2022 droght isn't over yet
It's Not Just Your Grocery Bills That Are Skyrocketing
From $350M to $1.45 Billion, Cowichan Valley Hospital costs skyrocket
Childcare That Costs Less Than Lunch
Some Comox families will pay just $10 a day
A Little Salmon Stream Worth Fighting For
Morrison Creek's steady supply of cold, clear spring water makes for great fish and wildlife habitat
Endangered Credibility on Endangered Species
Enviros have asked nice, and the NDP have ignored them
Scaling Up Hope, Work, and Community
Who do you know that's walking on the edge?
Winter's Here, and it's Time to Bundle Up
But not everyone can
New International Doctor Plan is Way Overdue
We've had a whole lot of doctors available, we just weren't letting them work
The 12-year-old VanIsle Strong Woman
She's the youngest competitor in Canada, and she's breaking records
UROC Rocks Another Agreement
Making the best of a tough situation
Will The Bubble Burst?
1 in 10 Canadians with a mortgage are now paying only interest
Rivers Dry Up While Sea Levels Rise
The tough topic we need to keep talking about
The Cost Of Existing
The Valley's living wage is far trumping the minimum
A Little Light at Dark Time for the Homeless
Ecole Puntledge Park teacher Chantal Stefan combines a love of education and a sense of community service in the EDAS Project
MP Calls for Federal Investment in More Local Media
It's not just to celebrate local stories, but it could do that too
Hornby Island is Ready to Ditch BC Ferries
They want a public service, not a corporation to get them from A to B
New Emergency Beds for the Valley
33 beds will help keep people off the streets… for a night
The White Kwakiutl?
Was he preserving culture or profiting from it?
Do You Remember Your Roots?
All cultures have amazing mythology, this group is here to explore it together
Canada is Shooting for the Stars—in Cell Phone Costs
The feds continue to allow price gouging by the big three wireless providers
Fans of Fungi Feeling the Drought Fallout
Unusually dry conditions had a big impact on the forest
Protection for Whales is Evaporating
Fin whales have lost their threatened status, but the threats they're facing may only be growing
Will Aquaculture Solve our Seafood Problems? Not Likely, Say These UBC Researchers
Have we maxed out farmed fish?
Biologist Put The Comox Valley On The Bigfoot Map
Sold-out conference brought bigfoot believers to the Comox Valley last month to hear and share stories
Time for Everyone to Eat, Drink and Be Merry
Dance the night away and help put food on Valley tables
Why We Remember
Honouring those who have fought takes more than just a moment of silence
The NDP's Party Leadership Race Stinks
Daivd Eby waltzes his way to becoming NDP leader
Bureaucracy is a Real Buzzkill
A couple tries to give land away—and has to pay to do so?
Local MP Calls Out "Greedflation"
The "price freeze" isn't all that special afterall
Walk With Me Returns to Spirit Square
Get the story first-hand from folks on the front line of the toxic drug crisis
When it Comes to Kids, the Valley Shows Up
This year was the CVCDA's 47th annual telethon
This Robot Could Solve a Host of Issues for VanIsle Towns
All it takes is one little science-powered composter
Rain = No Seafood?
The same H2O that's keeping our salmon from drying out is filling up other marine life with a whole other set of elements
Land And Cash Are On The Table—Now What?
The K'omoks Nation plans to review the offer before making more details public
It's Finally Raining—Now What Happens?
Hopefully this weekend's atmospheric river can end the drought
Down To The Wire
The K'omoks First Nation is close to finalizing a treaty and a process that started almost 30 years ago
The Good, the Bad, and the Money
New doctors have said BC's fee-for-service model keeps them from becoming family docs
Crisis Support Heading in a New Direction?
"There’s hopelessness and amazing hope in this topic”
Are Our Schools Safe?
We were told transmission wasn't really happening in schools, now we know that wasn't true
New Forestry Council Looking at High Value Instead of High Volume
The forestry industry is more diverse than you might think
Going, Going … Gone?
It's hard to believe anything DFO says these days
Spooky Season Candy Wrappers? Not In Our River!
Let's get at least one part of our life together
This Ghost Town Stands Out From The Crowd
Welcome to Paldi!
Is Local Democracy on Life Support?
Cumberland set the high bar with 41% voter turnout, while Tofino hit a new low at 17%
Comox Valley Man Faces Down Bear… Naked?
Turns out a Florida Man moment can happen anywhere
Mayor Brown is In The House
Brown has been at the centre of some rocky council meetings in the past
Rain is Finally Here!
Too much of a good thing will always have consequences
Parasites, Yum
More on farmed salmon means more on your plate
Federal Government Says No To Youth Voting
The bill was defeated, but the kids aren't
Canada Could Join BC Lawsuit to Get Opioid Peddlers to Pay for Their Damage
Prescription opioids are only part of the problem, but they're a big one
Are You Ready To Boogie?
Just try to sit still when Oktiv6 and the Jays take the stage
First Ever Indigenous Voice for CVRD
He reached the first goal post, now the real work begins
Prices Just Keep Going Up for Ferry Riders
Can we get away from gas yet?
UK Wildlife Filmmakers Give Vancouver Island the Royal Treatment
But do the animals really need names?
Do Courtenay's Kids Want More Diversity on Council?
Courtenay's kids would have made one big change
Courtenay Has Spoken … Give Us More of the Same
Only one councillor got turfed, can you guess who it was?
These Kids Can't Vote, But They're Still Making Their Voices Heard
Here's who the Comox Youth Climate Council endorse
This Comox Candidate Makes No Apologies
See Tweets from his deleted Twitter account here
RBC Supports Mental Health in the Valley
Sweet, sweet corporate pocket change
Should School Educate Our Kids About The World?
Ask this question if you don't want them learning the hard stuff from the internet
Help Shape Your Reading Rainbow
It's not just for kids
The Triple Dip
It’s not an ice cream cone
They Signed Up To Serve Their Country, Now They Have Nowhere To Live
What happens when you're forced to move, but there's nowhere to live?
How Much is Too Much Blue Sky?
Farmers, fish, and forests have had enough
Puntledge Gets Low
Salmon are struggling to migrate, but rains aren't coming
Here's Your Courtenay Council Candidates!
Your 2022 elections round-up
Tracking the Rumbles Before "The Big One"
Thankfully, someone else is thinking about it, so you don't have to
Fish Hatcheries—What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Turns out a lot, if we're not careful
Residential School Sites Should Be Treated As Crime Scenes
No school should have a graveyard
We All Walk Together
Wear an orange shirt to show your support on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
What Happens If Your Mayor Doesn't Get Paid Enough to Care?
In a lot of places, only one person wants the job
Discover the Magic of Mushrooms!
It might sound gross, but it's an awesome event
A Fox in the Musical Hen House
Cumberland singer/songwriter is a multi-instrumentalist who loves tinkering around in his home studiio
Hand Over the Money!
Opioid settlement money should be used to make safe injection sites safer
Capitalism + Activism – Politics = Patagonia
Not many billionaires give away $3 billion and don't want a tax receipt
The Outdoor "Open House" You Don't Want To Miss
Come be a part of this outdoor project in Courtenay!
Is the Best Getaway Right Here at Home?
KingFisher Oceanside Resort and Spa wins yet another Award
If It Smells Like Shit, It Probably Is
Take Back Comox Valley reads like a poltical parody, but unfortunately it's not
Here's your Comox Council Candidates!
Your 2022 Elections Round Up
Take a Walk With Your Doc
Finally—an appointment for everyone
Complicated Coronation for New Comox Mayor
Nicole Minions will be the new Mayor of Comox
Follow Your Nose—It Works for Salmon!
How do they find their home stream after years in the open ocean?
More Habitat for Humans in Courtenay
Courtenay sells land for $1 to create more affordable housing
Investing in Pathway to Nursing Students
Access to Practical Nursing (APN) pathway program to help train more nurses on VanIsle
City Trying to Help Unhoused Community
Grant money is making a difference for some.
A Great Big Fire
In 1938, a massive fire destroyed logging camps, farms, thousands of hectares of old growth and nearly burned Campbell River and Courtenay
All are welcome here.
It's time to book your spot!
Get Ready For Some Historic Beats!
Bringing the past to the present.
Tsolum River, One Giant Salmon Stew
Water has been reaching 28 degrees and fish can't take the heat.
Communities Rally to Raise Money for Police Dog Heaven
What started out as a friendly RCMP rivalry became a multi-city competition.
Hang Out With Raptors in the Comox Valley
Get a real "bird's-eye view"
Remembering Loss and Fighting for a Future
Join us for International Overdose Awareness Day
Strathcona Bug Update? They're Terrible
Dean Beaulac offers a sneak peek into the bug situation
Cumberland Cyclist Goes the Extra Mile for Her Late Father
She knows he'll be watching from one of his favourite places on VanIsle
What We Love: Eight-legged Sea Creatures
Have you ever wanted to hang out with an octopus?
Fire Department Down One Truck
During fire season, a quick replacement is necessary
X Marks the Spot—For Cumberland Airbnbs
Have an Airbnb? Prepare to put a sign on your lawn
Despite a Lawsuit, the Break Goes On
Baynes Sound community group refuses to be silenced
Comox's "Man of Mystery" Put the Town on the Map
Was he a Navy hero or a shuckster?
Cumberland Paramedic Goes Above and Beyond
The doctor shortage is hitting a lot of people but seniors often get forgotten in the discussion
Pandemic Home Buyers are Panicking
That new house key probably feels like an anchor
Why Say No to Farmed Salmon?
Farmed salmon is more than just bad for the fish, it's bad for you
Lost Your Family Doc and Still Need That Specialist? Read This
Did you just join the million British Columbians with no doctor?
Are Toxic Drugs Getting Worse?
Island Health says drug poisonings have spiked
Wild Pink Salmon Are Back!
Here's why it's such good news
Yee Haw, We Got Crawdaddies!
Nighttime is the right time to hunt these critters
Anyone Up for a Treasure Hunt?
If you can find this phone, you’ll get some cash and a free place to crash in Europe!
It's Time to Upgrade Your Girls Night Out
A simple concept to have fun and give back in a big way
Comox Racetrack Louder Than Ever?
Hopefully new regulations will give everyone some peace
What's in a Name? Cumberland
Hipster town has a dangerous mining history
The Story of a National Crime
Dr. Peter Bryce wrote about residential school neglect and abuse 100 years ago
Did Your Kid Come Home Covered in White Paint?
Someone is wrecking cars in Comox, the question is why?
Heat Dome 2: Dome Harder?
Can the healthcare system keep up with the heatwave?
How Would You Take Care of Folks Suffering From the Toxic Drug Crisis?
Or tell government to listen to the professional advice they've already gotten
Firing the CEO Won't Protect Ferry Workers from Getting COVID
Of course staff are missing, they're sick
A Break from Sandbox Politics Could Get Green Space Going
A new bylaw might make it easier to buy much-loved places like Stotan Falls
Black Creek Runner Breaks Canadian Record…Again!
Cam Levins beat the odds and made a historic comeback
What is a Catalytic Converter and Why are They Being Stolen?
Every car person just rolled their eyes at this title, but have they checked their exhaust lately?
Do You Have What It Takes To Fight Fires?
Volunteer firefighters get professional-level training and certification
Our Orcas: Thriving or Surviving?
New babies are a sign of hope, but they need salmon fast
What Can You Eat in the Forest?
This VanIsle Witch can teach you how to use the forest for food
One $150 Million Settlement Down, 39 More to Go
Drug companies need to take responsibility, but they're only part of the problem
Comox Cougar Breaks Hearts by Chowing Down on Endangered Marmots
Life at the bottom of the food chain is no picnic
Food Insecurity Rising in Comox Valley
Another New Normal?
Celebrate Canada In All Its Complicated Glory
Want to wave that flag? Go for it
Ferry Cancellations Between Nanaimo and Vancouver
One busted piston assembly makes for a lot of unhappy travellers
Comox School Board Addresses High Rates of Gender-Based Violence
Why are board members so hesitant to take swift action?
Finding the Yee to his Haw
Local farmer will do anything for love
Are Ferry Cancellations Temporary Or Is This The New Normal?
BC Ferries ignored the warnings and now we're in this mess
The First of Many—We Hope
Arrest of Winnipeg priest comes 60 years after alleged sexual assault
The Forestry Service De-Fanged
40 years of intentional deregulation has left the forests ministry toothless
What Do You Do When Illegal Airbnbs Make the Mountain Bike Capital Unaffordable for Mountain Bikers?
A new bylaw could tighten regulations on short term rentals in Cumberland
Take a Walk, Read a Book, Change a Life
The story walks will be posted in Comox Valley parks until July 2nd
Recycling Ocean Garbage Just Got Easier
Why let good material rot in a landfill?
Why You Should Care About This Company You've Never Heard Of
Is Mosaic's real estate arm building inspired communities or turning working forest into suburban sprawl?
Fun at Filberg This Summer
The festival is back and it's going to be amazing
Did You Write This Note?
A real life hidden treasure!
Homeowners and the Hum of Mortgage Anxiety
Interest rates are going to keep going up
Qualicum Kids Are The Next Greta Thunbergs
Local students school grownups on climate action
Keeping It Cute In Cumberland
A new bylaw gives the village more power to crack down on nuisance neighbours
Bigger Fish Better at Pooping Out Plastic
New UVic study is a tiny bit of good news
Heat Domes and Atmospheric Rivers? Climate Chaos Words Islanders Need to Know
Our weather is getting even wilder
Updated: Have You Seen Justin Smith?
Smith is known to love the outdoors
Local Author Weaves a Tale of BC's Oldest Provincial Park
Catherine Marie Gilbert's book on Strathcona Park reveals the region's little-known past
Green Lawns—They're a Bit Weird, Aren't They?
We use drinking water to keep our lawns green
Comox Hero Laughs Her Way to Victory
Spreading laughter around Comox is what it's all about!
Lame Duck Government Plans For Extreme Heat Events
A year after nearly 600 BC residents died during the heat dome, province tells local governments that they're in charge
Comox Climate Plan Leads By Example
The Comox Glacier lost an estimated 15 vertical feet in the past year, here's what's being done about it
How to Not Go Broke at Lee Valley When Doing Home DIY Projects
The SHED tool library makes it easier to get home projects done
VanIsle MP's Drug Bill Rejected, People Will Die As A Result
Folks who use drugs need care, not jail
Bringing Distant Family to a New Home
Families helping families
Don't Like Clotheslines? Look The Other Way
Many BC stratas have ridiculous bylaws banning clotheslines
Free Fallin'
A new report from the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance shows tourism and forestry have taken big hits over the past several years
Kill Trees, Kill Your Budget
The City of Courtenay isn't the Lorax, but right now it's speaking for the trees
Oh No, A New Fatal Flu Detected On The Island
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency warns that the bird flu is spreading globally and cases have been confirmed on VanIsle
Will He Stay, Or Will He Go (to Ireland)?
Horgan says energy 'has been flagging"
$3.5 Million Down, Millions to Go
“This is a fantastic opportunity to protect mature forests, wetlands and riparian areas on eastern Vancouver Island.”
What We Love: Crystal Clear Summer Swimming
An all-natural spa to refresh and rejuvenate!
North Island College Launches its Mental Health and Well-being Strategy
Rise-and-grind culture is not sustainable
It's Quirky, It's Cumberland, and It's Back On
Legendary Empire Days are back in Cumberland this May long weekend
This Community Sounds Like a Fairy Tale, But It's Real
Creekside Commons in Courtenay proves there's a different way to look at housing
There's Plenty of Water in the Tank
Couldn't we all use a bit of good news?
Old Church Theatre Features New Sounds—And Some Old Favourites
Spring has sprung, and so have the tunes
What Should You Do If You See a Bear?
Here are some tips on how to keep your family safe in bear country
The Iconic Comox Glacier Could Melt Away by 2050
VanIsle’s glaciers are disappearing—and fast!
Closing Clinic Part of Bigger Problem
Another symptom of a system in crisis
Comox Valley Farmer's Market Celebrates a Milestone Year
Pull up a hay bale and get ready to chow down
Look, Easter Orcas!
Lucky onlookers got up close and personal as Transient Killer Whales swam through the Comox marina
Health Care Coming Closer to Home?
Comox Strathcona hospital board considering rural, First Nations grants
Union Bay Shipbreaker Doesn't Seem to Give a Ship
Isn't this illegal?
Are You Ready for an Unforgettable Night?
Another incredible artist visits the Island, but only for one night
Tall Tree Place Now One Step Closer to Shovels in the Ground
"We know we want this project," said Councillor Vickey Brown
What We Love: The Moon Over Comox Glacier
That hint of pink is the sunrise
Rrrrrr Matey, There Be Pirates
Rockhounds took turns guessing what this could be
Build It … And They Will Come
There are some growing pains, but the trails are still awesome
The Heaviest Deadlift Ever
He's so strong he breaks records by accident
A Legend is Coming Back to MusicFest
Taj Mahal is the best of the best
Kayaking Your Way Through The Big One
Imagine kayaking through an earthquake?
Get Ready for Summer Camp
When you ask your kids how their day was, they'll say great!
Citizen Ruth—Remembering a Legend
She crossed swords with powerful people often, but at her core Ruth Masters was a humanitarian with a big heart
Home Grown Lumber, Home Grown Savings
San Group mill in Port Alberni wants to keep it local and sell its lumber to Vancouver Islanders for less
What We Love: Surprise Whales
Comox Valley Wildlife Sightings see a lot of wildlife, but they weren't expecting this
What We Love: Rainbows and Birds, and Herring, Oh My!
Just another day in Lotus Land.
Music Festivals are Back!
Get ready for music in the sun
Long Live the Bike Boom
The pandemic has prompted record numbers of people to get their butts off the couch and onto the seat of a bike
What We Love: The Spring Herring Spawn
This exciting annual event attracts a frenzy of fish-eating birds and marine mammals.
Will it be 3-Years, 6-Years, or Now?
Two parts of the federal government body are saying two different things
How Did 15 Ghost Ships End Up In Royston?
One wrecks was known as the "ship of romance and death," because sailors believed it was cursed by an old woman stowaway who was forced to walk the plank.
Can Five People Really Live Comfortably in a Tiny Home?
Comox family still likes each other after trading 2,400 square feet for 380 and a chance at sustainable living
The Find of a Lifetime
Royston resident found a piece of history in his yard
Golden Moment for Campbell River Snowboarder
No one else could keep up with him
Regional District Said, "No No No!"
Regional District seeks court injunction against shipbreaker for violating bylaw
What We Love: The Herring Run
Incredible video of one nature's wonders
Feds Keep Hope Alive for Vets Who Need Help
They fought for our country, we should fight for them
Valley Residents Stand Together Against the Reality of War
Comox Valley residents planning big rally in support of Ukraine this Saturday
Island MP's Offices Attacked by Anti-vaxx Vandals
Early last week staff were cleaning up the mess at the offices of Rachel Blaney and Gord Johns
What We Love: Eagles Scrapping
That fish must smell really good
From Blown Knee to Silver Medal
Watch Sharpe's silver medal run
A New Ritual Begins on Valentine's Day
Finns are among the happiest people on earth, so perhaps we could learn something about their rituals about health and wellness
Minister Murray Makes Some Mad, Pleases Many More
Some conservation groups believe the science says government must do more to protect this important fish species
Comox Siblings Ready to Crush in Beijing
Th duo that got their start on Mt. Washington are hoping for medals
What We Love: Kestrels Hanging Out
Kestrels are the smallest member of the falcon family. They are extinct in Quebec, and endangered in the rest of Canada.
What We Love: Seeing Ourselves from Space
A photo of VanIsle from the International Space Station.
What We Love: Humpback Whales that Jump Out of the Ocean
Humpbacks are making a comeback in the region
Tour of the Taps – Comox Valley
The Valley offers something for every taste
30-Day Drawing Challenge Brings Out the Artists
The challenge is hosted every year by Comox Valley Arts
Pothole Pandemic
Storms and changing temperatures have wreaked havoc on Island roads
Need a Boost To Avoid the Winter Blues, Try a Finnish Sauna
Two Comox Valley entrepreneurs have launched sauna business on VanIsle
Is Shipbreaking Business Polluting Bayes Sound?
Citizens say pollution from ship-breaking operation could threaten lucrative shellfish industry
Five Rescued from Snowy Danger in Strathcona Park
Comox Valley SAR team trudged through blizzards and an avalanche warning to save five people and two dogs in one day
How Much Beer Have You Been Drinking?
But who drinks the most on VanIsle?
American Company Doubles Down on Land-Based Fish Farming
Dismissed by some, mqny say land-based fish farms are the key to protecting wild salmon
Living the Canadian Winter Dream
Grab your skates, sticks and snow shovels and hit the ponds before it's too late
Winter on the Streets Doesn't Make for a Very Merry Christmas
Homelessness in the Comox Valley has jumped 75% during the pandemic
What the Hell is an Arctic Outflow?
Cold, dense air from the arctic blows down into northern BC and Alberta, where it picks up speed because the land is so flat
Comox Valley Senior Crushes the Competition in California
Smith didn't start training until she was in her late 50s
Surfing the East Side
It's not for everyone, but some dedicated surfers line up to carve waves on the east side
We're Number One?
This is not the championship title we want
Bolide Goes BOOM!
Folks further south said it felt like an earthquake
Snow Is Falling, Slopes Are Calling
Sharpen your edges, and start limbering up, this could be a ski season to remember
Will it Stay or Will It Go?
BC Ferries has to keep its pollution local, no more sending it overseas
This Cumberland Body Builder is Buffer Than You
Her big win means she's a pro now
Don't Mess With The Avalanche Alert
Avalanche Canada raised their avalanche alert to "extreme" for alpine areas of Vancouver Island
This Was No Cat In The Hat
A Comox resident got a shock last week when their home security camera caught a cougar snooping around the backyard
WATCH: Courtenay Songwriter Releases Another Hit
I'm Okay, is a change of pace for Oktiv6
It Didn't Kill Him (Yet), But It Cost Him Jobs
He blew the whistle on asbestos exposure and he says it cost him two jobs
Big Storm Means No Power for Thousands
Are you prepared for storm season?
Comox Woman Pokes Holes in the Patriarchy
Dana Collins has been named to the Women's Executive Network's Top 100 List of the most powerful women in Canada
Cumberland-Based Company is Building a Better Bike
The company is growing fast and selling high end mountain bike frames to customers around the world
Do You Know the Egg Man?
Why did he need an axe, though?
Comox Teen Wins Two Mountain Biking Gold Medals
After riding to a gold in two national championships, Lan went to Europe to race against the world's best
Atmospheric River Targeting VanIsle – So It'll Be Wet This Weekend, Real Wet
It's time to get your Gortex out, and if your in a flood zone maybe your kayak
Record-breaking Year for Pinks in the Tsolum
Volunteers counted more than 155,000 pinks in the watershed
Shred the Gnar with Custom Planks
Local couple uses local yellow cedar and Douglas fir to craft beautiful boards
BC Hydro Turns the Puntledge Into Paddlers' Paradise
Go time for kayakers happens only 20 or so days a year
Dog on Death Row Lives in Jail with Two Roosters
They tried to assess Bronx in the pound, but it didn't go as planned
Courtenay-Alberni Candidates Eye The Finish Line
Gord Johns is digging into local issues, but other candidates stick to party talking points
It's Do or Die Time for Island Rail
Island rail buffs won this round, but they now only have 18 months to make rail happen again
Campfires Are Back in the Comox Valley
Now we can warm up on those chilly nights
Who says white men can’t rap?
Buckle up and go on a musical island tour with Oktiv6
Close Call on the Colonel
Two injured climbers rescued after a fall on one VanIsle's biggest mountains
Comox Valley Dog Whisperer Has Saved More Than 20 Bad Dogs – Can He Save Bronx?
Bronx's former owner says the dog shouldn't be put down because of the owner's mistakes
The Scariest Reason Why You Need to Save Water Right Now
Imagine this happened and there was no water left?
How Come Our Governments Aren't Treating Opioid Deaths as a Major Crisis?
Island Health warns Comox Valley and Campbell River residents about a recent spike in drug overdose
Canada Has Bailed on Afghanistan, But People on VanIsle Haven't
But a Comox Valley Photographer and a Syrian Refugee Are Doing What They Can
Tough Summer for Salmon in the Comox Valley
The whole Island is now in Drought Level 5, also known as "the worst it can get"
Miraculous Marmots Make Marbled Meadows Move
Once down to 27, the endangered Vancouver Island marmot now numbers 200 in the wild
2021 Election Courtenay-Alberni Cheat Sheet
The bike-riding Gord Johns faces off against a military vet and a career DFO bureaucrat
Man Jumps into Pool of Shit to Save a Drowning Deer
Quick action by Comox Valley residents saves a fawn deep in the do-do
It's Simple Folks – Go As Fast As You Can Downhill On a Bike
The triumphant return of the Dodge City Enduro
Will Conservative Candidate Mary Lee Tackle VanIsle's Challenges?
Her slogan is "Secure the Future." We have a few questions about how she plans to do that
Is Climate Change Bringing Dangerous New Bacteria to VanIsle?
And a Denman Island man is fighting for his life
How Devoted Volunteers and a Weird Jawless Fish Helped Save One of the Most Important Wild Salmon Streams on VanIsle
A tiny Comox Valley stream could hold the key to salmon survival on Vancouver Island's east coast
You Can Take a Refugee From Her Country, But Not Her Delicious Food
Food truck serves up a taste of the country the owner was forced to flee 30 years ago
No Roasting Hot Dogs or Marshmallows – Islandwide Campfire Ban is Still On
We got some rain, but not nearly enough
Amazing 1,300-Year-Old Technology Found Hidden in Comox Harbour
Reviving the ancient technology could help save an iconic species
Greens AWOL on Federal Indigenous Issues
For the first time in 14 years, the Green Party of Canada has no Indigenous Affairs critic. What gives?
It's Going to Be Hot, Hot, Hot Says Environment Canada Heat Alert
Comox Valley and Campbell River will swelter through Sunday
Locals Rally to Feed Baby Eagles
The big babies flew the coop in the heatwave
The Premier That Cried Wolf
Kenney’s Public Inquiry is a political witch hunt that violates basic legal safeguards, finds no wrongdoing, but supports dangerous conspiracy theories
Random Flyer to Teens Led to Village's Action on Climate
Inspired by Council of Canadians pamphlet Cumberland youths decide to do something about climate change
WATCH: Can You Count the Lice on this Salmon?
Mowi has salmon factory feedlots in Scotland, and they're just as infested as ours
Who Knew You Needed Helicopters to Pick Up Trash?
More than 7 million tonnes of plastic gets dumped in oceans every year
Cedar in a Death Spiral?
Climate change is pushing this iconic tree to the limit
Carving Cedar is a Privilege
K'omoks artist Randy Frank learned to carve from some of the best
What About Us? Islanders Abandoned By Political Leaders?
The status quo isn’t working. Our political leaders are missing in action. It is up to us to make Vancouver Island STRONG once again.
Does Erin O'Toole Have Proposals That Will Help Islanders?
The Conservative leader has some good ideas for small business people, but nothing very specific
We're Nuts About Real Estate and It Ain't Good
Canadians may pay the price for our a real estate obsession
Want to Find an NHL Goalie? Check Out Vancouver Island
On a per-capita basis, the mid-Island produces the second most goalies in the world
First Brutal Heat Wave, Then Melting Power Cables?
Perhaps this disruption is warning to political leaders on VanIsle need to prioritize energy conservation and self reliance
Local Caesar Competes to Be Best in the Country
Mott's Clamato is giving away $25,000 to the country's best caesar, and we're pretty sure it's this one
Conservation Officers Fine Campers for Campfires
They aren't messing around, they will find you and fine you
Shallow River Dive Leaves Young Courtenay Man Paralyzed
Family of victim thanks friends for saving his life
Heat Wave Hits Coho in the Tsolum
Heat stress – just one more challenge facing Tsolum River fish
Need a Sugar Fix – Visit the Flourchild
Local vegan baker captures Comox Valley's sweet tooth
Al Hopwood – A Small Operator Doing Forestry Different and Outperforming the Big Corporations
It's time big timber starts learning a thing or two about sustainable forestry
Big Winners in the Ducky 500
The Rotary Club of Comox raised $35,830 by selling virtual duckies
Commercial Salmon Fishing Takes a Big Hit
Ottawa’s 60% cut to BC's commercial salmon fishery is a desperate – but necessary – effort to save critically endangered salmon
Who Saved the Tsolum River?
Cleaning up the toxic legacy of the short-lived Mount Washington copper mine is a testament to what dogged community effort can achieve
What the Heck is a Heat Dome?
The heat won't last but in the meantime, check on older folks, don't leave your kids or your pets in the car and drink lots and lots of water.
Vanier Grads Clean Up on Scholarships
Scholarships for engineering, overcoming adversity, strength of character and community service awarded
Water Quality and the Problem With Private Land Loggers
Private land logging needs stronger rules to protect drinking water and prevent the export of jobs along with raw logs
Housing Affordability Hits Home
Cumberland's grant proposal for a mix of two, three- and four-bedroom affordable housing units denied
High Class Home Brew at North Island College
Maybe more of us would have gone to college if we could have studied beer
A Taste of South East Asia at the Farmer's Market
You definitely want to try Pun Villawood Crowe's Pad Thai
High Price of Lumber is Good for Some and Bad for Others
High lumber prices are putting money back into mills, but home builders are feeling the pinch
Winery Backs Tiny Solution to a Big Problem
New tiny home will help shelter some of the Comox Valley’s most vulnerable citizens
BC Lifts Travel Restrictions as COVID Cases Drop
People were so excited to travel they crashed the BC Ferries website
Extra Water on the Puntledge River for Salmon on the Move
BC Hydro will be releasing extra water from the Comox Reservoir every Tuesday and Wednesday to help migrating salmon
A Growing Concern in Comox
Who would have guessed that Comox would be the home of a $28 million state-of-the art cannabis research facility?
Converting Waste to Garden Compost
Pilot garbage collection program will save money, reduce pollution, produce compost and generate cash
Comox Farmers are Leading the Way
From industrial to holistic farming, the Smith brothers lived the change
When Is Someone Going to Jail?
We're waiting for a politician to come out and pledge that they will ensure that the people responsible – wherever they are – will be tracked down and…
Happy Hikers
A century of trailblazing gets award
Fascinating Fossil Found – Another Dinosaur Fossil Discovered in the Comox Valley
The exciting discovery adds to the Comox Valley’s reputation as a hotspot for paleontology
DFO Kept Secrets about Fish Mouth Rot Disease on Farms
Chamberlin said DFO knew about the potential risks this disease posed to wild salmon, but kept it secret
Different Ocean, Similar Issues
“These are the wrong people with the wrong project and the wrong technology in absolutely the wrong place” says local opponent to Maine fish farm proposal
A Chance for Change, or a Missed Opportunity
Although his talking points acknowledge the old-growth crisis, Premier Horgan hasn't taken any concrete steps to address the crisis
Class Act With Some Bad Actors – The Strathcona Story
Citizen watchdogs defend BC's oldest provincial park
Island Residential School Survivors Not Waiting For Government
While Ottawa and Victoria twiddle their thumbs, Island Residential School survivors are taking matters into their own hands
Breeding Oysters for a Changing Ocean
The future of the Island's growing oyster industry may depend on developing a hardier oyster
Cumberland Comes of Age
Bikes, beer, and civic pride make this once gritty coal town one of the hottest places to live on Vancouver Island
Money, Money, Money – BC is Starting a $500 Million Fund for Green Businesses
The new Crown Corporation, called InBC, will invest in businesses that focus on profits, people, and the planet
Canada and the Island's Residential School Shame
VanIsle's last residential schools closed in the 1980s. They've documented 202 deaths of indigenous kids, but these are only the deaths we know about
Dry Spring and Hot, Dry Summer Could Make for a Spicy Fire Season
Hold onto your butts
BC is #2
After June 1st only Nunavut will have a higher minimum wage than BC's $15.20
Bones Stop the Brewpub
K'ómoks First Nation burial site halts Hornby Island pub expansion
Cowichan Valley Trail is safe again
After more than a year, the washout on the Cowichan Trail got fixed
Island Could Open to Mainland Tourists as of June 15
If all goes well, mainlanders could start coming back to the Island as of mid-June
BC's Tourism Grant Money Doesn't Help Small Operators
Will small businesses get left out?
Avoiding Phoenix Rising in Courtenay?
Thousands of Vaux's swifts nest in Courtenay Museum Chimney on their way to Alaska
COVID-19 Numbers are Coming Down, but Vancouver Island Doctors and Nurses Still Need Our Help
Doctors and nurses are nearly exhausted after a whole year of the pandemic
Show Us the Money
Healthcare, Jobs, and Bikes are Gord Johns’ Priorities for Upcoming Federal Budget