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Eric Richards

A recent transplant to the valley, Eric grew up across B.C. and Alberta and obtained his Bachelor of Science at the University of Lethbridge in 2018. He then pursued broadcast journalism at SAIT in Moh’kinstsis (Calgary). His passion for the outdoors and climate issues guides his ongoing work in understanding life in the Cowichan Valley.

Eric's Latest Articles

People walk along and hold a giant Pride Progress flag in the Cowichan Valley Pride Walk
Cowichan Pride returns with a lineup of events all through June

Organizers say 2SLGBTQIA+ visibility during Pride month is more important now than ever.

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Is now the time for electoral reform in Canada?

Activists say federal election results on Vancouver Island are a perfect example of why the country should drop first-past-the-post.

A group of people standing in a living room posing for a photo at the opening of a youth shelter.
New youth emergency shelter sees positive reception in Duncan, as operators look to the future

A month after opening, youth workers say facility is just the first step to expanding supports for at-risk young people in the Cowichan Valley

Tariffs, health care and housing top of mind for voters at Chemainus all-candidates meeting

Three of the four Cowichan—Malahat—Langford candidates heard from voters at the Royal Canadian Legion in Chemainus.

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Cowichan federal election candidates answer your questions

From U.S.-Canada relations to the environment, these are the questions our readers had for would-be MPs after April 28

A drone photo taken above treetops with mountains in the background. Taken of the Koksilah Watershed, one of two watersheds studied in the Twinned Watersheds Project.
What federal election issues are top of mind for Cowichan Valley voters?

The federal election is on April 28. Here’s what the Cowichan Valley wants to ask candidates.

Fierce debate emerges over progressive vote-splitting in Cowichan Valley ridings

Some say they’re considering a ‘strategic’ vote on April 28 — hoping to keep a progressive MP in the electoral district.

A map with labels and boundaries of electoral areas.
Cowichan Valley’s guide to the federal election

Where do I vote? What electoral district am I in? When is it again? All of your federal election questions, answered

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Meet the five candidates running in North Cowichan’s April 12 civic byelection

Candidates told The Discourse about their top campaign issues — and what they hope to accomplish if elected to Council

Cowichan Valley film fest showcases renowned documentaries — local and global — to inform and inspire

Organizer highlights thought-provoking films and local talent to the valley’s movie lovers.