Port Hardy/Port McNeill
Northisle Copper and Gold Inc. has announced the addition of several members to its advisory committee and Board of Directors, including: Dr. Gillian Davidson serves as the strategic advisor, while Gerardo Fernandez serves as the director. Maurice Tagami serves as the process design and metallurgical advisor.
The North Island Film Festival begins on September 5 at Port McNeill’s Gate House Theatre.
The Regional District Mount Waddington will back Port Hardy’s request for a Whitecaps FC Legacy Mini Pitch with a formal letter of support. The board will ratify any decisions about funding or land use.
Campbell River
Joëlle Samson, a former library manager, formally announced her candidacy for the Campbell River City Council in the 2026 regional election.
Ocean Pacific Marine has been awarded a $74.7 million contract by the Government of Canada to design and construct three Patrol Vessels (NG-PCPV) for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s West Coast Marine Services.
The BC Movement Arts Society is putting on a show called “In Conversation” on September 15 on Quadra Island at the community centre. It will be a night of dance and music.
On September 12, the 23rd Annual Women for Women Trail Mix 5k and 10k be held in support of the Campbell River Hospice Society, Caremongering, and the Women’s Resource Centre of the Campbell River & North Island Transition Society (CRNITS).
Comox Valley
Brian Bawtinheimer has joined the board of directors of Project Watershed.
Graham’s Jewellers Gift Shop celebrated its renovation and reopening on August 14th.
The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce and Coastal Community Credit Union are putting on the and Blue Economy Roundtable on September 3 at Smith Lake Farm in Merville. This event is for local business leaders, producers, community members, and families to celebrate the Comox Valley’s link to farming, aquaculture, and the ocean economy.
The qapoje Park Project and the K’ómoks Estuary North Area Flood Resiliency Strategy (Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy Phase 3) managed by the Comox Valley Regional District have been nominated for the 2026 Climate & Energy Action Awards.
Parksville-Qualicum
Deez restaurant in Qualicum Beach has officially closed on Aug. 22, after 25 years in business.
Dr. Omar Karim has been named as Executive Director of the Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce.
Captain Eric Golob celebrates his 10th year anniversary with the Qualicum Beach Fire Rescue.
The Mid Island Co-op Whiskey Creek Gas Bar has celebrated its grand reopening on Aug. 19.
The Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce welcomes its newest member, Wise Eats Nutrition Rachel McBryan RD, Registered Dietitian.
The Mid Island Health Alliance has received a $38,700 cheque donation from the 100-plus Women Who Care Oceanside.
Island Cleaning Supplies is celebrating its 30th anniversary.
Port Alberni
Tina Bedi has joined Scotiabank in Port Alberni and the surrounding areas as a financial planner.
Mizu Real Fruit Ice Cream will be at this year’s Port Alberni Salmon Festival, scheduled on September 4-7.
The Vancouver Island Universirty is currently the process of officially seeking its next President.
The Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to have received a Gold Certification from BC Green Business.
The 2026 National Philanthropy Day Awards, which honour people, companies, and organizations on Vancouver Island whose kindness has significantly improved our communities, are currently accepting nominations.
Tofino/Ucluelet
The Tofino Chamber of Commerce welcomes Jeunelle LaBranche as its newest member.
Black Rock Oceanfront Resort Air have announced a new partnership with Harbour Air that will make visiting Ucluelet easier.
Tla-o-qui-aht Development Corporation has signed a ground lease with the private landowner after acquiring the properties of Wildpod Glamping at Monks Point.
Nanaimo
The Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services of the British Columbia Legislature has released 2027 Consultation Report. It supports moving forward with the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital growth, which includes building the new patient tower and cardiac catheterization lab.
The Regional District of Nanaimo hosted the grand opening of Cedar’s new Bike Pump Track on August 31 at 2050 Walsh Road, Cedar (next to the Cedar Skatepark near Cedar Secondary School).
The South Wellington Community Centre was officially opened by the Regional District of Nanaimo, which was joined by and the South Wellington and Area Community Association (SWACA).
The Ravensong Aquatic Centre will be closed to the public from August 22 to September 13 for its annual maintenance.
The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the design and development of the new Trade & Investment Vancouver Island website. This website will serve as the digital gateway for investment and trade in the region, showcasing the industries, communities, and opportunities of Vancouver Island to audiences worldwide. The deadline for submissions is September 15.
Ladysmith/Chemainus
John Hawthorne, a Chemainus resident, has been awarded a distinguished clerkship at the British Columbia Supreme Court.
The Ladysmith Chamber of Commerce welcomes The Islander and Ladysmith Residents Association to the chamber as new members.
Raman’s No Frills – Chemainus celebrates its 1 year anniversary.
Cowichan Valley/Duncan
Red Arrow Brewing, owned by Lance and Liz Steward, is celebrating its 11 year anniversary.
The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and the Cowichan Housing Association (CHA) are providing funding for two affordable housing projects. The two projects are a proposed affordable apartment building for seniors in Mill Bay and a proposed transitional care facility for persons 19 years of age and older who are in recovery from substance use in Duncan.
A portion of the sales at Fabrications in downtown Duncan will go to helping people and animals who have been hurt by the Okanagan wildfires starting August 20.
In order for BC Ferries of support as federally funded ferry systems in Atlantic Canada, the North Cowichan council is asking the federal government to provide fair, stable, and long-term operational funds.
Western Forest Products has announced the curtailment of their Cowichan Bay Sawmill until the fall, leaving 54 employees without work.
Duncan council agreed to an application to PacifiCan for funding under the Build Communities Strong Fund Local Impact Stream. The application aims to secure $1.5 million for the Third Street revitalization project.
