National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
A former Alberta teacher recently charged with 17 sexual offences against students was found dead on Quadra Island in B.C. on Monday.
Continue reading Quadra Island: Deceased former Alberta teacher accused of sexually assaulting studentsNational Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
For well over a decade, scientists on Canada’s coasts have demonstrated how growing seaweed or shellfish alongside salmon farms can provide a host of benefits — economic and ecological.
Continue reading What happens when you add seaweed to salmon farms?National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The immunization program at a remote First Nations community on Cortes Island, B.C., is continuing to roll out despite the current shortages of COVID-19 vaccines.
Continue reading Klahoose immunization program continuing to roll outNational Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) board isn’t going to pursue allegations of inside influence and the disqualification of Cortes Island director Noba Anderson in court.
Nor did the SRD board opt for its Plan B — to discipline the director.
Instead, after in-camera consultation with legal counsel, the SRD board voted Feb. 10 to issue a public statement to Anderson on its expectations around a director’s conduct when communicating with SRD staff or board members.
Continue reading Strathcona Regional District gives Cortes Director a statement of expectationNational Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Cortes Island senior Hanyu Wasyliwis is in no hurry to unpack the boxes after her latest move.
The 77-year-old is settling into her new digs at her leisure because, for once, she’s not going anywhere.
“I do not intend to pack up and move ever again, God willing,” she said laughing.
Wasyliw is one of the residents moving into new housing at the Cortes Island Seniors Village, which provides stable, affordable units so older residents can age in place among family and friends.
Continue reading Cortes Island takes step to solve seniors housing crisis
