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Weather puts end to Saanich Inlet swim

An effort to raise awareness of a cultural initiative by swimming in the ocean off Mill Bay on Aug. 5 was defeated by the weather.

Aug 18, 2015 9:00 AM Read more >

Frances Kelsey says goodbye

Widely recognized worldwide for her efforts, Kelsey had flown under the radar in her home country for a long time.

Aug 18, 2015 8:00 AM Read more >

Get to know someone… fast

This is the Reader’s Digest version of getting to know someone’s key personality traits in under a minute.

Aug 18, 2015 5:00 AM Read more >

Chance to honour Second World War’s ‘Forgotten Army’

"You were forever searching your body for leeches in the wet season..."

Aug 13, 2015 7:00 PM Read more >

Show and shine offering $500 top prize Sunday

The 16th annual Beverly Corners Show & Shine hits the field of the Cowichan Sportsplex on Sunday, Aug. 16 this year.

Aug 13, 2015 4:00 PM Read more >

Heritage Fair focuses on old-fashioned outdoor fun

The Shawnigan Lake Heritage Fair brings family fun to Elsie Miles Park Sunday, Aug. 16.

Aug 13, 2015 3:00 PM Read more >

Kids get a taste of welding career at camp

A summer welding camp at Vancouver Island University is sparking interest in young students considering a future career as welders.

Aug 13, 2015 2:00 PM Read more >

Get in touch with your food during garden tour

Cowichan Green Community invites everyone to meet the hands who planted these edibles at the sixth annual Edible Garden & Farm Tour.

Aug 13, 2015 2:00 PM Read more >

Weekend Star Party turns gazes skyward

The 20th annual Cowichan Valley StarFinders Island Star Party begins Aug. 14 at Bright Angel Park.

Aug 13, 2015 12:00 PM Read more >

Youbou Regatta a good time [photos]

Nothing stops the annual Youbou Regatta, certainly not a paltry threat of rain.

Aug 13, 2015 12:00 PM Read more >