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BC attorney general appears to argue both sides of cases similar to Mack Laing battle

BC attorney general appears to argue both sides of cases similar to Mack Laing battle

Jul 22, 2019 | Mack Laing, News

In West Vancouver, BC attorney general sues a municipality for breach of trust. In the Town of Comox, the attorney general defends breaching Mack Laing’s trust. Is the agency’s perspective changing?

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Comox Valley adds voices to the demand for a federal climate debate

Comox Valley adds voices to the demand for a federal climate debate

Jul 18, 2019 | Environment

Some 30 rallies held Wednesday across Canada – outside CBC studios, offices and in the streets – aim to pressure the public broadcaster to host a debate between federal party leaders on the climate crisis ahead of the coming election

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The Week: the effects of drought, but who really owns the water?

The Week: the effects of drought, but who really owns the water?

Jul 11, 2019 | Commentary, News

This spring’s drought has forced BC Hydro to reduce flows in the Puntledge River so fall Chinook have enough water to migrate, but who really owns this water? It’s not so clear anymore

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5 days left to influence BC’s key forest practices legislation

5 days left to influence BC’s key forest practices legislation

Jul 10, 2019 | News

Photo from the Ancient Forest Alliance By Guest Writer he BC Government is seeking public input on proposed changes to the Forest and Range Practices Act, the main piece of legislation governing forest practices in BC....

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In Courtenay, a low-carbon solar oasis thrives behind a suburban facade

In Courtenay, a low-carbon solar oasis thrives behind a suburban facade

Jul 9, 2019 | Environment

In Courtenay, Stewart Mcintosh has turned his yard into a low-carbon oasis. He harvests solar energy three ways, forming the linchpin of his low-carbon lifestyle

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Why parents worry: sexting, porn, abuse and no education when it’s most relevant

Why parents worry: sexting, porn, abuse and no education when it’s most relevant

Jul 8, 2019 | Education, Sexual Health

Sexual health education has become an important topic in District 71 and around the province because social media and access to online pornography have created a crisis of sexual issues in our schools

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The Week: No gang problem here, but special RCMP unit shows up anyway

The Week: No gang problem here, but special RCMP unit shows up anyway

Jun 28, 2019 | Commentary, News

No gang problem in the Comox Valley says Mayor Bob Wells and other interesting observations shooting around the community this week

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Sexual health education improving — slowly — in Comox Valley schools

Sexual health education improving — slowly — in Comox Valley schools

Jun 26, 2019 | Education, Sexual Health

Comox Valley parents are leading the province in sexual health education advocacy, and shining a light on gaps in School District 71 that have led to significant improvements

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Comox Valley parents leading BC schools toward expanded sexual health education

Comox Valley parents leading BC schools toward expanded sexual health education

Jun 23, 2019 | Education, Sexual Health

Comox Valley parents are leading the province in advocating for an expanded BC sexual health curriculum, starting with their own School District 71

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Watershed Sentinel: Canadian hemp fibre finally poised for market acceptance

Watershed Sentinel: Canadian hemp fibre finally poised for market acceptance

Jun 18, 2019 | Environment

Canadian hemp has an ecological footprint of hemp is one-third to a half smaller that U.S. cotton, a factor that is fueling the plant’s comeback on world markets

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Harley-riding Hamilton Mack Laing fills the hall after 104 years

Harley-riding Hamilton Mack Laing fills the hall after 104 years

Jun 12, 2019 | Arts & Culture, Mack Laing

Comox legendary naturalist Hamilton Mack Laing’s account of his motorcycle ride from New York to the San Francisco World Exhibition of 1915 is now available in a new edition of his memoir

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Comox manipulates sewage commission vote, residents cry foul on ‘repugnant’ tactic

Comox manipulates sewage commission vote, residents cry foul on ‘repugnant’ tactic

Jun 11, 2019 | sewage

In a move one observer called “repugnant,” Comox Councillor Ken Grant and Comox Mayor Russ Arnott moved a motion at the regional sewer commission Tuesday that they intended to vote against

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