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Homalco First Nation declares state of emergency due to opioid crisis

Homalco First Nation declares state of emergency due to opioid crisis

The Homalco First Nation has declared a state of emergency in response to the escalating opioid crisis in the community
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UVic master's project maps Island spawning grounds from space

UVic master's project maps Island spawning grounds from space

Swaths of Salish Sea turned teal by herring milt informs federal fisheries, First Nations
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Massive predicted return of pink salmon could bolster Island community

Massive predicted return of pink salmon could bolster Island community

The Department of Fisheries and Oceans predicts a median return of 27 million pinks which could mean an opportunity for a large harvest
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B.C. seismologist says recent quakes don't mean the 'Big One' is on its way

B.C. seismologist says recent quakes don't mean the 'Big One' is on its way

There likely won't be any reliable warning signs prior to the next megaquake, he says
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West Shore RCMP tow vehicle over 'extremely cracked windshield'

West Shore RCMP tow vehicle over 'extremely cracked windshield'

Driver issued a $109 ticket for driving with an obstructed view
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South Island youth worker given 2 years imprisonment for sexually touching teen

South Island youth worker given 2 years imprisonment for sexually touching teen

Judge says the incident "significantly impacted" teen's life
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Medical incident likely caused pickup to crash into Clothes Inn

Medical incident likely caused pickup to crash into Clothes Inn

The RCMP is following up with ICBC in relation to the suspected medical incident
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Liberal Party nominates top climate strategist as North Island-Powell River candidate

Liberal Party nominates top climate strategist as North Island-Powell River candidate

Jennifer Lash has lived in Sointula for 27 years, working in the not-for-profit sector and volunteering with community and national organizations
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‘Absolutely unreal’: Wounded Warrior runners end 800-km journey in Victoria

‘Absolutely unreal’: Wounded Warrior runners end 800-km journey in Victoria

The 8 runners and their team raise funds and awareness for mental health programs 
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Vancouver Island dog attack victim wants animal control investigation process review

Vancouver Island dog attack victim wants animal control investigation process review

Despite Cindy Andrew and her dog receiving multiple injuries, the attacking animal did not meet the 'dangerous dog' criteria
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