Gabriola Sounder

Folklife Village - 30 years as a cultural centrepiece

May 17, the Gabriola Historical and Museum Society unveiled a plaque in middle of Folklife Village, marking the 30th anniversary of Expo ‘86 (it’s original home) and the 25th anniversary of Folklife Village arriving on Gabriola.

Former Gabriolan charged with possession of child pornography

Douglas Densley Green, 70, charged with one count of possession of child pornography

Fire Department warning that wildfire hazard rating is escalating

As our island gets dryer, our wildfire hazard rating climbs, and further restrictions are enacted.

RDN Director's Report

Motorized off-road vehicles in 707 Community Park

As seen in last week’s Snarls, complaints have been made to the Sounder and the Regional District of Nanaimo about youth riding off-road motorbikes in the 707 Community Park.

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.

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.