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B.C. Declares Provincial Day of Remembrance and Mourning for Victims of Tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival
BC News on April 30, 2025
The Province of British Columbia has declared Friday, May 2, 2025, an official day of remembrance and mourning for the victims of the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver on April 26, 2025. Eleven people were killed and dozens more injured while celebrating Filipino culture and history in a senseless attack at […]
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Transition Salt Springâs Repair CafĂ© Returns: A Celebration of Community and Sustainability
Transition Salt Spring on April 30, 2025
Transition Salt Spring is gearing up for another impactful event as the Spring Repair CafĂ© makes its triumphant return on Sunday, May 4th. Held at Meaden Hall (120 Blain Rd., downstairs at the Legion) from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, this event promises to be the largest Repair CafĂ© yet, embodying the essence of community, […]
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Elizabeth May Re-elected and Mark Carney's Liberals Secure Minority Government
Salt Spring Exchange on April 28, 2025
Canada's 2025 federal election concluded with Mark Carney's Liberal Party securing a minority government, marking their fourth consecutive term. Simultaneously, Elizabeth May, co-leader of the Green Party, was re-elected in the SaanichâGulf Islands riding. May, a long-standing advocate for environmental issues and democratic reform, secured her seat once again, reinforcing her commitment to the constituents […]
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Getting to Know our New MLA Rob Botterell
ASK Salt Spring on April 28, 2025
Before welcoming MLA Rob Botterell to ASK Salt Spring this Friday, May 2, 11-1, SIMS classroom, we thought it would be fun to learn more about what âexcites and delightsâ him personally as well as professionally.⯠⯠Rob grew up in Oak Bay, playing the alto saxophone in the high-school band and spending much of […]
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More, Better Home-Care Supports Coming for B.C. Seniors
BC News on April 25, 2025
Seniors in B.C. will have better supports to age at home in their community with expanded and improved services as part of a five-year agreement with United Way BC for popular programs, such as Better at Home. âWe are deeply committed to helping seniors remain in their own homes and in the communities they are […]
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Seasonal Transit Changes on Salt Spring Island
BC Transit on April 22, 2025
SALT SPRING ISLAND â BC Transit and the Capital Regional District are announcing seasonal changes to the transit system, effective May 3, 2025. This spring service change includes an increase in Saturday service on route 2 Fulford Harbour to meet the first ferry of the day and re-introduce seasonal southbound service along Cusheon Lake Road […]
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Liberal Candidate - David Beckham Offers Full Support for the $6Mil Federal Grant Submission for the Lake Maxwell - Water Treatment Plant
David Courtney on April 21, 2025
April 20, 2025 Seeking Referendum Support on May 8th to Approve Maxwell Lake WTP Loan The District is seeking ratepayer support to fund the proposed Maxwell Lake water treatment plant (WTP). The WTP cost preliminary estimate is $12.7M plus contingency costs and an $11.7M loan authorization is required from ratepayers. District staff have developed a […]
