Battle of the Paddle: Islanders Divided Over PickleballNo sport generates more adoration or drama in BC than Pickleball
What We Love: Life in the SeaLocal underwater cinematographer John Roney captures the beauty of the coast
Whistleblower’s Testimony Renews Questions About VanIsle’s Extraterrestrial Secrets1981 was a year unexplained UFO phenomena on Vancouver Island
VIDEO: Blind Swimmer’s 11-Hour Triumph Across the StraitWatch his triumphant arrival at Pipers Lagoon
What We Love: Close-Ups Of Curious BearsFunny video captured in Malahat Territory gives bears eye view a whole new meaning
VIDEO: Unraveling Van Isle’s Ancient SecretsArcheologist merges science with traditional knowledge to explore history
From Training to Triumph: Local Heroes Saving LivesLocal MLA announces thousands in funding to support the groups efforts!
What We Love: Seaplane Shows at FILOMI DaysLocal photographer used some high shutter speeds to freeze the fast flyers in this photo so everyone could catch the moment!
Explorers Uncover Only Fourth Octopus Nursery in the WorldSanctuary found in pending protected area vital to species survival
What We Love: Firey SunrisesWinter skies have been on fire lately...but with sun, not actual fire (like the summer).
Mysterious Salmon and Trout Die-Off In Cowichan River Shocks LocalsThe hundreds of dead coho salmon and rainbow trout have left authorities baffled
What’s Summer Without A Block Party? Uptown Market Is Back and Better Than EverTwo block party markets to brighten your summer
VIDEO: Operation Pegasus Lifts Spirits, One Dive at a Time“It’s like a grassroots movement where veterans are starting different things like Pegasus to try and help. It’s becoming the veterans helping the veterans now.”
VIDEO: A Tofino Native’s Wild Adventure: No Engines, Just GritAround the world In 8 years - No planes, trains, or automobiles
What We Love: Cedar Waxwings Basking In The SunThese funky birds are usually tough to spot on North Isle
Small Businesses Brace For Upcoming Highway 4 Closures"I still have bills to pay, all the cancellations started a big snowball effect," says Chims Guest House owner.
VIDEO: Artist Revives the Lost Art of Swirling SteelSeth Cosmo is bringing a medieval job into the modern era
Hee-Haw Healing: Donkey Therapy On Denman IslandArtist Cynthia Minden's retreats make for a memorable Donkey-filled experience"
Port Strike Day Seven: Workers Call Out “Dirty Tricks Campaign”“They’re trying to wait for the government to do their dirty work because they don’t want to treat us with respect," says workers union.
Retired Detective Honours Forgotten VeteransHe's raised the funds for multiple new headstones, and he's not stopping anytime soon
VIDEO: Explorers Capture Deep Sea Super Volcanos And More!See it all in the mind blowing video footage!
Forgotten Demo Tape Finds New LifeCampbell River locals are transported back in time as local rock legends release first album in 40 years
Words of Pain and Healing: Acclaimed Writer Finds Her Voice After TragedyOf all the heart stopping moments in Musgraves life, none were enough to stop her pen - until this.
From Backyard Trees to Tables, From Branches to PlatesSharing nature's bounty is good for all involved
From Small Town to Big Race: Two Comox Valley Teams Take on The Amazing Race CanadaA Scuba Diver, Business Coach, Paralympian, and Fitness Trainer will represent the Valley for The Amazing Race Canada's 9th Season
Local Teen Chef Sizzles, Wowing Judges In Elite CompetitionMaisie Matthews' sights are set on the Culinary Olympics next year!
Your Guide To All The Island’s Music FestsThere's truly something for everyone on Vanisle this summer
Battle on the Docks: Port Workers Fight for Fair TreatmentThe Island relies on shipped-in supplies, that's 120+ less workers making sure we get everything we need.
We’ve Lost Half Our Maternity Doctors in the Last Two YearsThe healthcare crisis is leaving more and more pregnant woman without care
Raise Your Glass for Conservation: Scarlet Ibis Pub’s Craft Beer Gives BackA beer a day builds new trails, hooray!
Get Your Creative Juices Flowing at the Alberni Valley MakerSpaceLocal takes "libraries" to the next level
Wildfire Crews Fight Trio of “Suspicious” Forest FiresEvery one of the Islands wildfires this year have been human caused
The North Rises: The Journey of Canada’s Next Basketball PhenomsMeet O-Max and Leonard, the newest Canadian additions to the NBA family.
Poaching of Wildlife Happens All Around UsWe just don't talk about it, and the government doesn't enforce laws to stop it
“Ukee’s Artist” Gets First Solo ShowAfter a lifetime of art, a local mural artist gets her first solo show
Music or Mayhem? The Sounds of Great Blue HeronsThey may sound like dinosaurs screeching, but its music to one neighbours ears
True North Prospects Look to Make their Mark in the NBA DraftGet ready for some Canadian basketball magic as the NBA Draft approaches
Want To Honour National Indigenous Peoples Day? Read This."In telling my own story, I expose my deepest vulnerabilities for a reason."
Highway 4 Ready to Roll Again: Limited Traffic Allowed!Falling rocks from the fire made the highway dangerous
Too Much Food Just Miles From Too LittleTofino is overstocked with unused tourist food going to waste, meanwhile emergency delivery truck needed in Port Alberni
What We Love: Shipwrecks in RoystonThe shipwrecks are a popular destination for divers, kayakers and, of course, photographers.
From Scraps to Stitches: Reviving Lost Arts in Port AlberniWhat started with only four students quickly grew into a full class
The Ultimate VanIsle Snorkelling Guide"Fascinating information about animal and plant life with just about every practical tip imaginable.”
Positive Changes in North Island Healthcare, but Challenges Remain, Says Dr. ArmogamBack-and-forth closures of hospitals in the region are still a problem
A Dance With The DevilWaves can top 30 metres in the strait named after the Greek goddess of the underworld
