Grow away! Steps to tackle invasive species ‘fir’ good
How to slow down the spread of invasive plant species on Vancouver Island.
Vancouver Island
On this page you’ll find stories from across Vancouver Island. Our community-led reporting spans the Cowichan Valley, the West Shore, Nanaimo and beyond. We also have a team of reporters covering Indigenous news focused on health, education and child welfare across Vancouver Island. These reporters are funded through the Local Journalism Initiative.
Latest in Vancouver Island
Invasive plant species to look out for on Vancouver Island
Hunter Jarratt, known as Invasive Species Guy, spoke with The Discourse about some of the invasive plant species to look out for on Vancouver Island.
Toxic tire chemicals are killing salmon. What can be done about it?
Experts are zeroing in on how to control 6PPD-Q via lawsuits, regulation and rain gardens.
Centuries-old Pentlatch fish trap panel connects K’ómoks, Qualicum people to their ancestors
The 550-year-old piece showcases ancient innovation while highlighting the importance of Indigenous communities preserving their own history
‘It was time we did something about it’: Village site returned to Snuneymuxw First Nation
Old Howard Johnson hotel site purchased by the province and Snuneymuxw First Nation demonstrates the ‘magic of mediation,’ says minister.
Coho killer: How researchers uncovered a tire toxin decimating salmon populations
Scientists across North America have joined forces to save salmon from a toxic chemical known as 6PPD-Quinone.
Cowichan Tribes signs historic agreement to reclaim child and family services
The agreement supports the implementation of Quw'utsun laws, generational teachings and values for the benefit of Quw'utsun children and families.
The role of animals in Vancouver Island’s early logging and mining history
Animals were key to resource extraction operations on Vancouver Island throughout the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
In photos: Art and celebration at K’ómoks Festival 2024
K'ómoks Festival celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with vendors, artists and more.
New play Nice While it Lasted explores ‘coming of age on a burning planet’
Reconciliation Theatre tours Vancouver Island with original play.
Invasive plant species to look out for on Vancouver Island
Hunter Jarratt, known as Invasive Species Guy, spoke with The Discourse about some of the invasive plant species to look out for on Vancouver Island.
Toxic tire chemicals are killing salmon. What can be done about it?
Experts are zeroing in on how to control 6PPD-Q via lawsuits, regulation and rain gardens.
Centuries-old Pentlatch fish trap panel connects K’ómoks, Qualicum people to their ancestors
The 550-year-old piece showcases ancient innovation while highlighting the importance of Indigenous communities preserving their own history
‘It was time we did something about it’: Village site returned to Snuneymuxw First Nation
Old Howard Johnson hotel site purchased by the province and Snuneymuxw First Nation demonstrates the ‘magic of mediation,’ says minister.
Coho killer: How researchers uncovered a tire toxin decimating salmon populations
Scientists across North America have joined forces to save salmon from a toxic chemical known as 6PPD-Quinone.
Cowichan Tribes signs historic agreement to reclaim child and family services
The agreement supports the implementation of Quw'utsun laws, generational teachings and values for the benefit of Quw'utsun children and families.
The role of animals in Vancouver Island’s early logging and mining history
Animals were key to resource extraction operations on Vancouver Island throughout the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
In photos: Art and celebration at K’ómoks Festival 2024
K'ómoks Festival celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with vendors, artists and more.
New play Nice While it Lasted explores ‘coming of age on a burning planet’
Reconciliation Theatre tours Vancouver Island with original play.