CKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Strathcona Regional District (SRD) received a $20,000 grant from the Union of BC Municipalities to take an inventory of Cortes Island’s existing walking and cycling routes and plan for future development. The SRD made the announcement Aug. 17.
Continue reading Grant to help take stock of walking and cycling routes on Cortes IslandCKTZ News, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Two hybrid diesel/electric ferries with increased vehicle capacity will begin providing two-ship service on the Campbell River – Quadra Island route starting in early 2022.
Continue reading First of two Hybrid/e-ferries for Campbell River run arrives in BC, second on its wayCanada’s National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
B.C. can leverage competitive advantages to grow its cleantech industry and take advantage of a reinvigorated and rapidly escalating global green economy, according to pundits.
But to do so, the province must increase investments in clean energy, address gaps, and be more aggressive about meeting its own climate targets to trigger more innovation and growth in the sector.
Continue reading How BC can expand in the escalating global green economyCortes Currents has received several reports of drivers passing cyclists without due care.
Currents sought to increase clarity on what is expected of cyclists and drivers who wish to operate their vehicles safely and follow the laws of British Columbia. And so we reached Corporal Chris Voller at the Quadra island detachment of the RCMP for advice on the matter.
Corporal Voller was pleased to discuss legal and safety matters around cyclist-driver interactions.
Continue reading Passing Cyclists: legalities and safetyEditor’s note: This article uses the pronoun ‘it’ to refer to a person – as that is the preference of the person.
At the end of March, Tamias was riding its bike when it was nearly struck by a pickup truck.
Continue reading Cortes Cyclist nearly struck by pickup truck
