On Merville groundwater extraction it’s deja vu all over again
Regional district staff recommend approving an amended application for groundwater extraction in Merville as a “home occupation,” but rural area directors want more clarity on its legal definition
Merville water bottling issue returns to the CVRD, highlights provincial water policies
The Comox Valley Electoral Areas Service Commission will consider on Monday an amended application for water bottling operations in Merville and draw attention to larger water policy issues in British Columbia
What’s dire: the lack of Comox subdivisions or climate change and gradual deforestation?
A Comox Valley developer is suing the Town of Comox because his permits to cut down trees and build more single-family homes haven’t been issued as fast as he’s wanted and because the town wants a wider walking trail through the property
Questions raised about prayer in schools, SD71 puts hold on faith-based volunteers
Comox Valley schools have put a hold on all faith-based community volunteer activities pending a review to determine if Youth For Christ workers have been violating SD71 policies and provincial laws
Courtenay Council announces its regional district line-up and other appointments
Courtenay City Council’s annual appointments announced after a short delay
A few random items as the 2022 election comes to a close
Long-time public official Bronco Moncrief dies, Manno Theos hangs out in Greece, and Daniel Arbour reacts to lies about his campaign finances
Decafnation candidate voting sheet
A list of candidates endorsed by Decafnation
Join the discussion Oct. 3 about food system security in the Comox Valley
The Watershed Sentinel magazine is hosting a zoom webinar Oct. 3 on food system security in the Comox Valley
THE WEEK: Busting the myth that council members come with a blank slate
The Old Guard faction of Comox Valley political activists has been trying for decades to create a cohesive voting block
Jonathan Kerr: He’s delivered on housing, environment and recruiting 13 new family doctors since elected
Dr. Jonathan Kerr stresses transparency and accountability as key councillor attributes and says it’s up to Comox voters whether he deserves to serve a full term on the Town Council
Three candidate forums for Oct. 15 Comox Valley elections
See and hear the candidates in person for this fall’s municipal elections. We list the three candidate forums
Jenn Meilleur: Active volunteer and advocate for community, collaboration and climate change
Jenn Meilleur is seeking a first term on the Comox Town Council to advocate for community development, environmental stewardship and a more collaborative decision-making process