Gabriola Sounder

Province introduces stronger penalties for distracted driving

Significantly higher fines, more penalty points, and earlier interventions for repeat offenders - including driving prohibitions - will reinvigorate the Province’s push to eliminate distracted driving, a leading factor in deaths on BC roads.

Air BnB rentals require a temporary-use-permit

Without a TUP, Airbnb rentals are just as illegal as any other non-permitted use and are subject to bylaw enforcement.

Patrick Arnell, in for the ride of his life

A month ago, Patrick Arnell decided to ride all the way across Canada, starting in Victoria. It’s an 8,500 km, self-funded ride, promoting sustainability.

Log cabin donation: ISBA celebrates 20 Years

The Island School of Building Arts (ISBA), nestled on the south end of Gabriola, is celebrating 20 years of teaching and sharing a passion for the timeless craft of building by hand.

Mudge islanders clear property for emergency equipment

"For now, we have a property that we can park our three trucks on. We are feeling good about our momentum.”

GES students visit with award-winning Victoria author and illustrator, Chris Tougas

The Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and Gabriola Elementary School (GES) have been working together to bring some great talent to the school, with three authors visiting the school recently and talking to classes in conjunction with the Vancouver Island Book Festival.

Big changes underway for Farmer’s Market and Agi Hall

In the immediate future, the Market will be opening on May 21. In the longer term, the Board is looking to replace the Agi Hall with a smaller timber-frame and glass building, a couple years from now.

Anchorage proponents asking DFO to approve proposal, overriding study showing serious harm will be done to fish habitat

Mental Health Week - an opportunity to expand social connections

One of the key elements of good mental health is having social connections. But what does that mean - and how much is enough?

Fishing Report for May 3, 2016

There will be an informal, memorial fishing derby for Rolly Montrose on the May Long Weekend. Rolly was an avid fisherman, often seen trolling with delight along the Grande with his wife Kathy.