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Trust passes emergency motion

Elizabeth Nolan - March 20, 2019

Islands Trust Council declared a climate emergency by unanimous vote during the quarterly meeting held on Gabriola Island last week. The March 13 motion...

Waterworks feedback meeting hears concerns

Gail Sjuberg - March 14, 2019

Affordable housing and the moratorium policy were on many people’s minds during Monday’s public meeting on the North Salt Spring Waterworks District’s strategic plan....

Castle Finn burns again

Driftwood Staff - March 13, 2019

The Castle Finn vessel, beached in Ganges Harbour for the past few months, endured a second fire on Tuesday night, further destroying the boat's...

Welcome Figure Ceremony Photo Gallery

Gail Sjuberg - March 13, 2019

Ganges welcome pole unveiling draws crowd

Gail Sjuberg - March 13, 2019

Elders, students, teachers, administrators and community members took part in an unveiling ceremony for the Gulf Islands School District’s first welcome pole on March...

Editorial: Keep eyes on the right roads

Driftwood Staff - March 13, 2019

Efforts to improve safety on Salt Spring’s roadways should be applauded in principle, but it only makes sense to undertake them if they solve...

ICBC stats reveal worst Salt Spring intersections

Elizabeth Nolan - March 12, 2019

Where to best focus safety improvements on Salt Spring’s dangerous roads is an ever-changing opinion, depending on which intersection a person happens to frequent...

District wins apprenticeship award

Gail Sjuberg - March 8, 2019

The Gulf Islands School District’s apprenticeship program had a lot to celebrate on Feb. 26 at an awards gala night presented by the Industry...

Trust aids housing projects

Elizabeth Nolan - March 7, 2019

Salt Spring Local Trust Committee decisions made on Tuesday, Feb. 26 will help bring two affordable housing projects closer to reality, although ultimate completion...

Water district seeks feedback

Gail Sjuberg - March 6, 2019

The North Salt Spring Waterworks District wants feedback on its draft strategic plan. A public meeting is set for Monday, March 11 in the library...

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