Subscribe to News RSSTaking advantage of the co-op model
We’re just plain good at co-operating for our mutual benefit on this island.
read more...Christ Church Gabriola chosen by RDN as south-end emergency reception centre
The Regional District of Nanaimo will be entering into an agreement with Christ Church Gabriola (formerly the United Church) to have the church building designated as an emergency reception centre (ERC) for Gabriola’s south end.
read more...From Truth to Reconciliation Speakers Series
In light of the TRC report and recommendations, From Truth to Reconciliation Speakers Series hopes to provide opportunities for Gabriolans to learn more about what reconciliation means and about the unjust history of relations between Canada and Indigenous peoples. What can reconciliafion look like on Gabriola?
read more...Salt Spring votes No to incorporation as municipality
This past Saturday, September 9, residents of Salt Spring Island voted against incorporation - which could have seen Salt Spring Island become a municipality, for many intents and purposes leaving the Islands Trust.
read more...School enrollment up over projection and previous year
Enrollment for Gabriola Elementary School continues to climb, as it has over the past couple years. There are 166 students enrolled this year.
read more...Gabriolans Against Freighter Anchorages
Gabriolans Against Freighter Anchorages is asking Transport Canada to not put the interests of the shipping industry ahead of local residents and First Nations.
read more...Foster parents in high demand in Nanaimo region
The Nanaimo area is in high need of foster parents, and interested individuals can attend upcoming information sessions run by the Ministry of Children and Families to learn more.
read more...Community Hall petition unofficially past 1,100 signatures
The Community Hall petition has garnered about 1,100 hardcopy signatures as of August 30.
read more...RCMP Report Aug 28 - Sept. 2
20 calls for service.
read more...Fixes to ferry system on hold pending operational review of BC Ferries
Transportation Minister Claire Trevena confirmed this past week there won’t be any further changes to BC Ferries overall operations or vessel plans until the NDP Government completes an operational review.
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Gabriola Sounder
July 14th, 2020