2024 Provincial Election

Advance voting days: Oct. 12 and 13. Gabriola Elementary School. 8am to 8pm.
Election Day: October 19. Gabriola Elementary School. 8am to 8pm.

Oct. 2, 2024

Fall Fair and Apple Fest – the Gabriola Commons and Agi Co-op joined their autumnal events for 2024, co-hosting islanders on October 6, celebrating harvest time, local food, and plenty of friendly competitions – including the annual squash races and dog show – backed by local music and a host of volunteers. Derek Kilbourn photo

Q&A with Green and NDP at candidates forum

Q&A with Green and NDP at candidates forum

L-R: BC NDP candidate Sheila Malcolmson, moderator Talyn Martin, and BC Green Candidate Shirley Lambrecht. Sounder News photoDerek Kilbourn Sounder News With the Provincial Election in full swing, there are a number of all-candidate forums being held throughout the...

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Fall Fair & Apple Fest at the Commons

Fall Fair & Apple Fest at the Commons

Heather Menzies Gabriola Commons There are many reasons for Gabriolans of all ages to attend the Apple Fest/Fall Fair at the Commons on Sunday, Oct. 6th -- besides to celebrate the Agi Co-op and the Commons’ collaboration in bringing this combined celebration of...

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