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News Briefs for April 20, 2016

Visitors getting off the bus in Chemainus, will get a royal welcome this summer

Apr 19, 2016 8:00 AM Read more >

AVICC’s call for ICF review up in the air

Vancouver Island communities want a review of the way Vancouver Island’s rail line is financed and managed.

Apr 19, 2016 5:00 AM Read more >

B.C. wildlife management overhaul coming

Hunting licence revenues may be put in dedicated fund, with wildlife organizations involved in big game management

Apr 18, 2016 7:00 PM Read more >

Vancouver Island rejects northern plea for free hospital parking

North Island push to stop parking fees at new Courtenay and Campbell River hospitals fails to gain support

Apr 15, 2016 10:00 AM Read more >

Bear cub-saving CO abandons battle for reinstatement

Bryce Casavant content with other employment options after refusal to shoot cubs thrust him into international spotlight

Apr 15, 2016 7:00 AM Read more >

Vancouver Island docs hope declaration of emergency can help stem overdose tide

The province has declared an unprecedented state of emergency in response to an epidemic of drug related deaths so far this year

Apr 14, 2016 4:00 PM Read more >

Vancouver Island commits to rail review, not sure of exactly what or how

Local government endorses close look at Island Corridor Foundation while

Apr 14, 2016 1:00 PM Read more >

B.C. declares fentanyl drug overdose emergency

Overdoses involving fentanyl now up to a third of cases, as synthetic drug mixed with heroin, cocaine and marijuana

Apr 14, 2016 7:00 AM Read more >

A Gathering Place for a Vancouver Island First Nations cultural renaissance

Focus on VIU Part II: Vancouver Island First Nations finding welcome and opportunity at Vancouver Island University

Apr 13, 2016 7:00 AM Read more >

Maternity leave furor could give birth to new legislation

Vancouver Island politicians urge province to close loophole that leaves elected officials without parental rights

Apr 13, 2016 5:00 AM Read more >