A timeline of the Crofton mill
The mill permanently closed its doors in 2026 concluding a history marked by a court trial, corporate take overs, environmental issues and strikes.
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‘No one in our community is disposable’: Island Health and community call on North Cowichan to rethink sheltering sites
Designated overnight sheltering sites in Somenos marsh are ‘increasingly dangerous’, outreach groups say.
‘Many Hands — Working Together’ celebrates how art unites all communities
The exhibition can be viewed from Feb. 4 to Feb. 28 at the Cowichan Valley Arts Council gallery.
What’s happening in the Cowichan Valley from Feb. 4 to Feb. 20
Music, arts and events happening in the Cowichan Valley from Feb. 4 to Feb. 20
How 75 paintings by a renowned Dutch Canadian artist found a new home at the Cowichan Public Art Gallery
Wayfinder, featuring the art of Will Julsing, can be viewed at the Cowichan Public Art Gallery until March 28.
What’s happening in the Cowichan Valley from Jan. 27 to Feb. 20
Music, arts and events happening in the Cowichan Valley from Jan. 27 to Feb. 20
Non-profits are stretched thin, here’s how one Cowichan Valley organization is succeeding
With a business-minded attitude and volunteer support, the Cowichan Station Area Association is carving a path forward despite a grim outlook for non-profits in B.C.
‘Trampling on the democratic process,’: Cowichan Valley residents seek answers after ejection from public town hall event
Three Cowichan Valley residents say their removal from a town hall event in North Cowichan for messages that were on their shirts should worry people of all political stripes.
Cowichan Valley communities seek to expand Duncan’s ‘proven’ Village housing model
Duncan applies for funding to add six more cabins to The Village, while North Cowichan evaluates land for two potential new Village sites.
Survey: What stories should The Discourse cover in 2026?
Your feedback will drive our reporting for the year — tell us what matters to you!
‘No one in our community is disposable’: Island Health and community call on North Cowichan to rethink sheltering sites
Designated overnight sheltering sites in Somenos marsh are ‘increasingly dangerous’, outreach groups say.
‘Many Hands — Working Together’ celebrates how art unites all communities
The exhibition can be viewed from Feb. 4 to Feb. 28 at the Cowichan Valley Arts Council gallery.
What’s happening in the Cowichan Valley from Feb. 4 to Feb. 20
Music, arts and events happening in the Cowichan Valley from Feb. 4 to Feb. 20
How 75 paintings by a renowned Dutch Canadian artist found a new home at the Cowichan Public Art Gallery
Wayfinder, featuring the art of Will Julsing, can be viewed at the Cowichan Public Art Gallery until March 28.
What’s happening in the Cowichan Valley from Jan. 27 to Feb. 20
Music, arts and events happening in the Cowichan Valley from Jan. 27 to Feb. 20
Non-profits are stretched thin, here’s how one Cowichan Valley organization is succeeding
With a business-minded attitude and volunteer support, the Cowichan Station Area Association is carving a path forward despite a grim outlook for non-profits in B.C.
‘Trampling on the democratic process,’: Cowichan Valley residents seek answers after ejection from public town hall event
Three Cowichan Valley residents say their removal from a town hall event in North Cowichan for messages that were on their shirts should worry people of all political stripes.
Cowichan Valley communities seek to expand Duncan’s ‘proven’ Village housing model
Duncan applies for funding to add six more cabins to The Village, while North Cowichan evaluates land for two potential new Village sites.
Survey: What stories should The Discourse cover in 2026?
Your feedback will drive our reporting for the year — tell us what matters to you!