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Past MLA and housing resident prompt ICS queries

Gail Sjuberg - October 16, 2024

Adam Olsen, who was the Saanich North and the Islands Green party MLA until the current election was called, has been portrayed on social...

Penelakut Chief visits Salt Spring LTC

Robb Magley - October 16, 2024

Land-use officials on Salt Spring received a personal message from local First Nations leadership, as Penelakut Chief Chakeenakwaut Pam Jack attended the island’s Oct....

Island Community Services in the spotlight

Gail Sjuberg - October 16, 2024

Island Community Services (ICS) — Salt Spring’s largest social service non-profit organization in terms of staff, programs and budget — has been facing unwelcome...

Voters pack theatre for MLA debate

Robb Magley - October 15, 2024

From strengthening the healthcare system to childcare, affordable housing and environmental protection, a wide range of topics were touched on by MLA hopefuls at...

Update: Boil Water Advisory lifted for Highland-Fernwood water district

Contributed Article - October 12, 2024

UPDATE: The Boil Water Advisory for Highlands Fernwood water system issued on Saturday October 12, 2024 is rescinded as of Monday, Oct. 14. Water...

Second work zone set for Fulford-Ganges project

Robb Magley - October 11, 2024

Islanders may do a double-take in the coming week, as a temporary second work zone is expected to snarl traffic further on Salt Spring...

Salt Spring all-candidates meeting video

Driftwood Staff - October 10, 2024

All four candidates vying for the chance to represent the Saanich North and the Islands riding in the B.C. Legislature participated in an all-candidates...

Saanich North and the Islands candidate Q&A

Contributed Article - October 9, 2024

Gulf Islanders are getting set to vote in the provincial election, with four candidates vying for the Saanich North and the Islands MLA seat. Information about...

Booth Bay erosion protection sought

Robb Magley - October 9, 2024

Provincial regulators are seeking input from the public on a proposed shoreline stabilization project on Salt Spring, meant to protect a row of island...

Further CRD budget shaving requested by director

Robb Magley - October 9, 2024

Salt Spring taxpayers can expect a double-digit increase over last year, as the island’s voice at the regional table argued for one more try...

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