North Island Gazette

Vancouver Island hits new high with 55 COVID cases

Amidst vaccination efforts, cases still on the rise

  • Mar 26, 2021

Gwa’ni project to bring Nimpkish Valley ‘sustainably into the future’

'Namgis First Nation collaborating with province on new land use plan

  • Mar 25, 2021

All-day planned power outage coming for North Island

The power is expected to be out on Thursday, July 22 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Fish farmers in court today arguing for Discovery Islands injunction

DFO, conservationists will argue tomorrow against putting more fish in the pens slated for closure

  • Mar 24, 2021

RDMW Chair talks two years in office and what the future holds for the region

"Like every organization the RDMW has challenges…"

Salmon Farmers ask Strathcona Regional District for support

Directors ask why industry hasn't already pivoted to closed containment

  • Mar 23, 2021

Coal Harbour clearcut raising concerns about private timber regulations

Western Forest Products owns much of the wooded land surrounding the North Island community

  • Mar 22, 2021

North Island Gazette nabs three Ma Murray nominations

Ducklow says it's a bonus to be "recognized for stories and work that are already so rewarding."

Comox man dies in logging accident near Port McNeill

Port McNeill RCMP say criminality is not suspected.

Forestry healing ceremony turns into mild altercation in Port McNeill

Local forestry workers showed up so they could counter any "false claims" made by environmentalists

  • Mar 19, 2021

Judge rejects Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw herring injunction request

Federal ruling said the Nation failed to demonstrate 'irreparable harm'

  • Mar 19, 2021

25 MPs co-sign letter asking DFO to open mark selective Chinook fishery

Blaney, Singh, May and Johns among signatories to letter

  • Mar 18, 2021

6 months after old growth forests report, Green MLAs criticizing lack of action

Forestry minister reiterates commitment to change, consultation

  • Mar 18, 2021

Mayor: Update on future of health care in Port McNeill

Wickstrom noted a proposal for clinic space was launched at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca.

New watershed projects on North Island will restore and protect land and rivers

"The people of the North Island are very proud of the natural beauty of their region"

  • Mar 17, 2021

North Island minor hockey season officially comes to an end

The Eagles will be holding an AGM (in person if restrictions lift and allow it) in May.

Training exercise to cause sailing delays for Port McNeill, Alert Bay and Sointula

"On Sunday, March 21 2021, a training event will take place on the Island Aurora"

Harbour Advisory Committee wants to see improvements to parking lot

No formal, detailed costing was available but estimates ranging upwards of $50,000 were discussed.

  • Mar 16, 2021

ICET’s VOICES presents: Jennifer Lash talks Mount Cain

ICET's VOICES is a space for grant recipients to speak about their projects.

  • Mar 15, 2021

Island Health releases vaccination dates for North Island areas

If where you live isn't listed, more information on your area will be released in the future.