Gabriola Sounder

RCMP Report Nov. 21 - Nov. 27

Extra sailings pilot showing positive results

BC Ferries said at the latest Ferry Advisory Committee (FAC) meeting the sailings added to the Gabriola schedule this past summer did not pull traffic away from other sailings. That’s according to Darin Guenette, Manager of Communications for BCF.

Islanders Gather to Search For Tiny Eggs

A group of local volunteers recently took part in a unique type of egg hunt. They weren’t searching for Easter eggs, but rather eggs laid by surf smelt and pacific sand lance.

Env. Canada says dredged wood waste will not spread to Gabriola

According to Environment Canada, the proposal to dump dredged wood waste near Five Fingers Island will not present any danger to the marine area around Gabriola Island.

30,000 cubic meters of dredged wood waste to be dumped north-west of Gabriola shores

RCMP Report Nov. 13 - Nov. 20

Museum has open invite for Gabriola flag designs

The Museum hopes Gabriolans will have fun creating imaginative designs for a unique Gabriola flag that could reflect the island’s history and culture, and be a colourful symbol for both annual visitors and long-time residents.

Terms of reference needed for hydrology study

Terms of reference are being put together for the hydrology study being done as part of the Potlatch density transfer application.

Alternative proposed for Potlatch calculation

The Gabriola Local Trust Committee did not give the Potlatch application bylaws a second reading at the LTC meeting held November 10.

$20,000 donated to Gabriola thru Village Food Market program

As the year winds up, so does the 2016 Community Card program at Village Food Market. Thanks to the amazing support of Gabriolans, we have been able to donate $20,000 to five worthwhile organizations.