National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Residents living in isolated communities without public transit and no access to or desire to own cars always face challenges getting to medical appointments, work, essential services and in maintaining social connections.
But the COVID-19 crisis is driving up the risks while simultaneously curbing traditional workarounds that rural residents rely on to navigate the lack of transit.
Continue reading Do Quadra & Cortes Need Public Transit?Campbell River Mirror, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Campbell River Airport (YBL) welcomed its first flight after commercial service resumed at the airport. Nine passengers landed on June 2, at YBL airport in the morning on Pacific Coastal flight 715 that arrived from Vancouver.
Continue reading First Flight To Campbell RiverThe Klahoose Community Bus resumes service today. As of 6 AM this morning, there was still room for one more passenger.
Continue reading Klahoose Community Bus Resumes Service.National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Island commuters hit a bit of rough water when ferry service between Quadra Island and Campbell River was cancelled all day Tuesday due to a mechanical issue. A problem made all that much worse because of COVID-19.
Continue reading Tuesday’s BC Ferries Shutdown On QuadraNorth Island Gazette, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Locally owned taxi and shuttle company, Waivin’ Flags, has applied to take over the Route 5 bus service between Port Hardy and Campbell River.
Continue reading Waivin’ Flags Taxis Wants to Operate Between Campbell River & Port Hardy
