A new round of climate action funding encourages local governments to attempt larger projects. The province announced earlier this week that they will provide nearly $72 million through the Local Government Climate Action Program, a program aiming to help local communities lower emissions, turn to clean-energy sources and prepare for...

The Sunshine Coast Community Forest says they’re opening applications for their Legacy Fund for those who have an idea on how to improve the lower coastal community.  The Legacy Fund was formed in 2014, and according to their webpage has already paid out more than $3 million from the proceeds...

A Vancouver Island man has received the highest recognition in the country for bravery. Nick Rivers with Arrowsmith Search and Rescue received the Governor General’s Decoration for Bravery on Saturday night. CHEK News reports the award was for his actions in December 2020, when he rescued a man from a...

A local doctor who has worked hard to bring more GPs to the Sunshine Coast was recognized nationally for her work last night. The Society of Rural Physicians is holding its annual conference this weekend in Edmonton. Last night they held their awards gala, recognizing doctors across the country for...

Coastal communities will get to resume talks with BC Ferries members next month. The ferry line says Ferry Advisory Committees will restart engagement so they can start tackling ideas and requests from ferry users across the coast. Vice-president of public affairs and marketing Lindsay Mathews says while it's important to review...

If you want to get your hands dirty for Earth Day, you can help plant trees near Nanaimo Sunday morning. Mosaic Forest Management is hosting a Tree Planting Party, giving people a chance to plant trees, enjoy a free hot dog, and learn about reforestation. If you do plan to attend,...