North Island Gazette, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Members of the B.C. NDP pledged allegiance to the Queen Nov. 24 in a video-heavy swearing-in ceremony, otherwise reminiscent of a university graduation, without cheering crowds.
Continue reading Michele Babchuk sworn in as our MLABy Melissa Renwick, Ha-Shilth-Sa, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The federal government says it is moving forward in transitioning away from open net-pen fish farms in coastal British Columbia.
Continue reading transition from open net-pen salmon farming has begunCanada’s National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Seniors’ advocates are calling for federal action to better protect vulnerable long-term care residents as COVID-19 cases escalate across the country.
Continue reading Seniors’ advocates want national standards for longer term care residentsCanada’s National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Right now, Arne Liseth is his brother Keith’s only remaining connection to the outside world.
Liseth is his brother’s sole designated visitor at the long-term care home in Campbell River, B.C., where Keith lives.
And as the number of COVID-19 cases spike in the province, Liseth worries what little social contact his brother enjoys will be cut off again.
Continue reading Will this COVID-19 second wave cut off seniors from loved ones?There is a false report, about the Quadra Island RCMP detachment, circulating on Cortes Island. They are allegedly being shut down. This story appears to have grown out of an idea that was discussed a few years ago and most likely will never be implemented.
Here are the questions Cortes Currents emailed the head of the Quadra detachment, Cpl. Sean Bulford, and his replies.
Continue reading Myth about the Quadra Island RCMP: Busted
