In this week’s news
Paving is taking place on Gabriola April 16 to 18. Locations: North Road at Easthom, and North road between horseshoe and Colleen.
Single lane alternating will be in effect while work is taking place. 7am to 7pm each day.

Signs from four of the Nanaimo-Ladysmith candidates at the top of ferry hill on Gabriola. as islanders continue to make decisions on who for in the April 28 Federal Election. Sarah Holmes photo
RDN endorsing expansion of BC Transit services between Victoria and Nanaimo
Nicole Knowles Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Gabriola Sounder The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) board of directors is endorsing a letter to BC Transit and the Minister of Transportation and Transit. The Board is requesting the development of a plan to...
Earth Day Invasives Blitz!
Alison Thomas Gabriola Land and Trails Trust Earth Day - a worldwide event celebrated annually on April 22nd - is an opportunity for us to take action to support the natural environment. Though many threats to the health of Planet Earth are global challenges, there...
Island Singers Present: Spring and the Promise of Love
Submitted by Chris Bowers for the Gabriola Island Singers It’s that time of year, and Gabriola Island Singers are excited to sing in Spring with a spectacular lineup of love songs. Ranging from Barbie to ballads, and show-casing the stunningly beautiful “All I Have...
Fire Board Chair says March 5 matters discussed in camera for legal purposes
Derek Kilbourn Sounder News Paul Giffin, chair of the Gabriola Fire Protection Improvement District, tells the Sounder that it was for legal reasons that items were discussed in camera after the March 5 regular Board meeting. Giffin was answering questions posed to...
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