Tuesday, March 19, 2024
March 19, 2024

News

Island’s main road gets flood prevention work

Construction is set to begin this summer addressing the “undersized and fatigued” culverts that allow Cusheon Creek to flow beneath Fulford-Ganges Road at the...

NSSWD and fire board candidates step up

Governance for Salt Spring’s two largest improvement districts will see changes this spring, as candidates have been nominated and an election set for trustee...

Trustees halt ADU bylaw plans due to Tsawout Nation concerns

Land use officials have shelved their latest proposal for permitting accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on Salt Spring Island, putting that housing initiative on the...

RCMP asks for help with wanted person 

Police on Salt Spring Island are seeking help from the public in locating a person wanted for several alleged offences. 

Maxwell plant referendum likely in October

Salt Spring’s largest water provider has a preliminary timeline for a new water treatment plant, according to officials, who have set a goal for...

NSSWD fact-finding survey finds little trust in CRD

A new survey suggests there’s no great confidence among current and former Salt Spring Island water officials with the regional district’s handling of formerly...

ADU Bylaw 537 gets Trust executive nod

Salt Spring’s latest swift-moving effort at allowing some accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on the island has been approved by a senior committee of the...

CCG responds to sinking vessel at Fulford 

The afternoon buzz of activity at Fulford Harbour Sunday, March 3 was in response to a report of a moored vessel taking on water...

Weir given surprise $10 million windfall

Salt Spring Island’s largest water provider received an unexpected but welcome funding boost as the B.C. government announced its budget Thursday, Feb. 22.  Tucked into...

Benson collects Order of Canada medal

Susan Benson was named a Member of the Order of Canada (OC) in June of 2019 for her contributions to Canadian theatre as a...

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