Community

Sunfest launches official Benevolence Fund

It’s first “sizable” donation — of $4,000 — has gone to the Clements Centre Society

Feb 11, 2016 9:00 AM Read more >

Students get preview of Maple Syrup Festival [photos]

Many were out and about enjoying some good weather and good times over the Family Day long weekend.

Feb 11, 2016 6:00 AM Read more >

Family day at school? [photos]

Local children and their families got the chance to go back to the past this Family Day

Feb 11, 2016 5:00 AM Read more >

Quality Foods moving into View Royal

“The Western Communities have welcomed us with open arms, and we couldn’t be happier with the relationships we have established.”

Feb 11, 2016 5:00 AM Read more >

Council allocates $1,000 for refugees

“A public awareness campaign is also important. We need strong support from the municipalities and cities in the area,” Weaver said.

Feb 10, 2016 5:00 AM Read more >

A fascinating look at prison food in British Columbia in 1898

For prisoners sentenced to hard labour, supper consisted of one pint of gruel and eight ounces of bread per day!

Feb 9, 2016 1:00 PM Read more >

Weekend of fun just part of CAN autism programs

The Canucks Autism Network (CAN) is helping bring kids and families together.

Feb 4, 2016 8:00 PM Read more >

Solar: a brilliant way to get energy

Except for nuclear and geothermal, all energy we use comes from the sun in one form or another.

Feb 4, 2016 7:00 PM Read more >

Recent dementia diagnosis? Workshop

It’s a phrase no one wants to hear from their doctor, yet it’s a reality for an ever-increasing number of Cowichan Valley residents.

Feb 4, 2016 5:00 PM Read more >

CVRD offering free fun for Family Day Monday

The Cowichan Valley Regional District is offering free activities throughout the region to help residents celebrate Family Day

Feb 4, 2016 4:00 PM Read more >