Gabriola Sounder

RDN reopening Whalebone stairs as quick as possible

Gabriola Chamber approved for $18,525 to further promote Gabriola tourism

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) has entered into an agreement with the Gabriola Island Chamber of Commerce to provide tourism marketing for Gabriola Island during 2017 in the amount of $18,525.

Transport Canada confirms no-fly zones for drones on Gabriola

The no-fly zones for drones around Silva Bay and the Gabriola Community Clinic on Church Street remain, despite recent loosening of regulations from Transport Canada on recreational drone usage.

Community Hall Board asking members if there is support to apply to RDN for tax-based funding

The Board of the Gabriola Island Community Hall Association (GICHA) is asking its membership as to whether it should seek tax-based financial aid from the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) for the hall.

Keeping It “Inn” The Family

Page’s Resort & Marina buys Silva Bay Inn

RCMP Report: July 10 to July 16

20 investigations responded to by the Gabriola RCMP.

Residents of Mudge want same lot coverage allowance as Gabriola

Mudge Islanders are asking, once again, that the Gabriola Local Trust Committee examine the difference in lot restrictions between Mudge Island and Gabriola Island.

Beach access stairs closed in Whalebone by Regional District

The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) has temporarily closed the Bluewhale, Hummingbird and Joyce Lockwood beach access stairs located in the Whalebone Community Parks on Gabriola Island due to safety concerns owing to erosion, damage, and other site challenges.

Nanaimo Foundation gives $10,000 to Gabriola Arts Council and $5,050 to Gabriola Museum

The Nanaimo Foundation, in partnership with the Government of Canada and the Community Fund for Canada’s 150th, provided $70,000 in grants to Greater Nanaimo Area non-profit organizations in celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation on June 29.

RCMP Report July 3 to July 9

24 investigations responded to by the Gabriola RCMP