Tyler Hay

Tyler has been back and forth between Vancouver Island and Alberta during his career in journalism. He first joined Vista Radio in Lethbridge, Alberta after working as an editor in Ladysmith and Parksville. Now he is back on the Island to settle and is based out of Nanaimo writing about local politics. When not writing, he is busy sailing, riding motorcycles and fixing things in his shop.
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Boil water advisory issued on Keats Island 

Sunshine Coast Regional District Tyler Hay -
Vancouver Coastal Health has issued a boil water advisory on Keats Island in the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s Eastbourne water service area. 

NDP candidate points to progress as reason for re-election in Nanaimo-Lantzville  

2026 BC Election Tyler Hay -
George Anderson is one of four candidates running to represent Nanaimo-Lantzville in the legislature. Vista Radio will publish a piece on each candidate's election platform leading up to voting day on Oct. 24. 

Sechelt CAO of nine years set to retire 

District of Sechelt Tyler Hay -
Sechelt's new council will be tasked with hiring a chief administrative officer. 

Nanaimo voters can cast advanced votes this week 

2026 Municipal Election Tyler Hay -
Nanaimo residents can begin advance voting for the next mayor and council this week. 

VIU Fest offers activities and learning experiences for all ages 

Vancouver Island University Tyler Hay -
Vancouver Island University will host its biggest community event of the year this month.

Woman arrested after disturbance involving a knife at passenger ferry terminal 

Crime Tyler Hay -
Nanaimo RCMP said a woman was arrested Sunday afternoon after causing a disturbance at the Hullo ferry terminal at 100 Port Way. 

Nanaimo candidates confirmed for provincial election

2026 BC Election Tyler Hay -
Candidates have been confirmed for the provincial election.  

Nanaimo Aquatic Centre set to reopen after major upgrades 

City of Nanaimo Tyler Hay -
The Nanaimo Aquatic Centre will reopen next week as a $13.7-million upgrade project wraps up. 

Three candidates campaign for mayor’s seat in Sechelt 

District of Sechelt Tyler Hay -
Voters in Sechelt will see three names on the ballot for mayor on Oct. 17.

Two people arrested after investigation into repeated theft from Port Place liquor store 

Crime Tyler Hay -
Two people are facing more than a dozen charges related to repeated theft from a liquor store at Port Place Mall. 

A look at Nanaimo’s mayoral candidate platforms 

City of Nanaimo Tyler Hay -
Nanaimo voters will see four names on the ballot running for mayor on Oct. 17.

Both YMCA infant/toddler care programs are reopened in West Sechelt

District of Sechelt Tyler Hay -
The infant and toddler care program at the West Sechelt YMCA will reopen next month. 

New electric hybrid ferries now in service between Nanaimo and Gabriola Island 

BC Ferries Tyler Hay -
Two new ferries are now in service between Nanaimo and Gabriola Island. 

Nanaimo RCMP ask for help finding missing woman 

Missing Person Tyler Hay -
Nanaimo RCMP are asking for the public's help finding a 48-year-old woman who has not been seen since July 26. 

Online map shows of Snuneymuxw art in and around Nanaimo 

City of Nanaimo Tyler Hay -
A new self-guided virtual tour will help people discover Indigenous artwork in and around Nanaimo. 

Construction underway on Lantzville long-term care home 

Health Tyler Hay -
Construction has started on a new six-storey long-term care home in Lantzville that will provide 298 long-term care beds and 18 hospice beds when completed in 2029. 
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Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

Advocates urge next B.C. government to address water scarcity as El Niño forecast adds to drought concerns

Environment
A potentially powerful El Niño could worsen drought conditions across B.C., prompting calls for stronger water protection measures from the next provincial government.

B.C. loses more than 20,000 jobs in September as unemployment rate stays steady

Economy
British Columbia lost more than 20,000 jobs in September, sparking a political clash over the province’s economic direction.

Boil water advisory issued on Keats Island 

Sunshine Coast Regional District
Vancouver Coastal Health has issued a boil water advisory on Keats Island in the Sunshine Coast Regional District’s Eastbourne water service area. 

B.C. Conservatives propose income tax cuts as NDP, Greens unveil election promises

2026 BC Election
B.C.'s major political parties are pitching tax cuts, frozen auto insurance rates and education improvements as the provincial election campaign continues.
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