Mick Sweetman

6 mins S #1 Mar 20, 25

Historic vote ratifies K’ómoks Constitution and Treaty

On March 8th 2025, K’ómoks First Nation voted overwhelmingly in favour of ratifying both a Constitution and Treaty, achieving a double majority on each vote.

3 mins S #1 Mar 20, 25

Change through metamorphosis reflected in Nanaimo street banners

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

6 mins S #1 Mar 17, 25

Local Nanaimo arts and culture group shares concerns about provincial funding

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

10 mins S #1 Mar 13, 25

The smell of spring — herring spawn marks the new season

As March begins off the coast of Vancouver Island, subtle cues like the changing colour of the ocean, the gathering of seagulls, eagles, sea lions, and orcas, and even the scent on the air, tell us two things. The herring are spawning, and Spring is near.

4 mins S #1 Mar 06, 25

Local festival calls for the renewal of B.C. festival fund

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

5 mins S #1 Mar 06, 25

Social Prescribing program tackles loneliness

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

7 mins S #1 Mar 05, 25

Student protestor speaks out about unfair suspension

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

3 mins S #1 Mar 04, 25

Options for Sexual Health clinics to stay open for another year

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

7 mins S #1 Mar 04, 25

Air quality is improving in Courtenay, report shows

A report presented to the City of Courtenay indicates air quality has been improving in recent years.

7 mins S #1 Mar 03, 25

Tumultuous meeting passes housing service bylaw following controversial Alternative Approval Process

On Tuesday February 25th residents packed the audience of a Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) board meeting to show their opposition for the recent Unified Alternative Approval Process, or AAP, and the four bylaws it was composed of.

7 mins S #1 Feb 26, 25

Leading-edge early education program landing at Airport Elementary

A brand-new early education program, or Primary Learning Community, is coming to Airport Elementary next Fall for kids in kindergarten through grade 3.

6 mins S #1 Feb 24, 25

Why many Americans are planning on visiting Nanaimo in April

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

4 mins S #1 Feb 20, 25

Challenging paperwork, poverty advocate group hosts event to assist people with low-income supports

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

4 mins S #1 Feb 14, 25

VIU student showcases the voices of the foster care system through art

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

9 mins S #1 Feb 14, 25

Comox Valley’s 10th annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser aims high: $225,000

Comox Valley Transition Society and their partner organization Dawn to Dawn are warming up for their 10th annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser, taking place on February 22nd.

8 mins S #1 Feb 12, 25

Comox Valley recognized with Climate Adaptation award for park project

The Comox Valley Regional District (CVRD) received a Sustainable Communities award this week for Climate Adaptation from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund.

7 mins S #1 Feb 07, 25

New Extreme Weather Response shelter opens in Courtenay

A new Extreme Weather Response shelter was activated for the first time on Thursday February 6th as extreme weather conditions persist in Courtenay.

5 mins S #1 Feb 04, 25

Baba Yaga play highlights women's empowerment

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.

3 mins S #1 Feb 03, 25

Brooklyn Elementary gears up for a bike bus

Wheels are turning at Brooklyn Elementary, as the school’s Parent Advisory Council (PAC) puts plans in motion for a bike bus this spring.

4 mins S #1 Feb 03, 25

Fire devastates local recovery program housing

After an outcry from concerned citizens wondering where daytime warming shelters are for the unhoused, the City of Nanaimo has announced a year-round daytime drop-in hub set to open next month.