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The leaders of BC’s two largest political parties were in Campbell River over the week-end.
Continue reading Election 2020: Party leaders in Campbell River this weekendNational Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
B.C. Premier John Horgan confirmed the rumours and called a snap election this fall, even as the number of COVID-19 cases in the province is on the rise.
Continue reading Election 2020: Horgan calls snap electionComplaints about a homeless camp at the end of Quinsam Road were discussed at the August 17th Campbell River city council meeting. The number of tents has expanded to the point they are now visible from the road. RCMP now respond to calls from the area on a regular basis. Canada Post notified residents that it considers the area ‘unsafe’ and will no longer deliver to their mail boxes.
Continue reading Campbell River’s Homeless CampCampbell River Mirror, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
“At this stage, it is time to call for Forest Minister Doug Donaldson’s resignation as he has proven to be inept and negligent in the management of B.C.’s forests,” said Quadra Island’s Geraldine Kenny while protesting outside North Island MLA Claire Trevena’s Campbell River office.
Continue reading forest defenders call for forest minister Doug Donaldson’s resignationCanada’s National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Residents of coastal communities will no longer get to board ferries before tourists during the crowded summer season.
Continue reading Island Residents Cannot Board Ferries Before Tourists
