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Editor’s Note October 14, 2015: BC Ferries issues tender for pavement of maintenance yard
In This Issue: BC Ferries issues tender for pavement of maintenance yard at Little River terminal Alert Bay issues tender for solar hot water upgrades at four municipal buildings BC Hydro issues tender for five control buildings for Puntledge PWS BC Ferries issues...
Around Town: Construction Report for John Hart Dam Generating Station Replacement Project
Drilling for the surge chamber at the John Hart Dam generating station replacement project has begun, along with blasting for the 1,575 metre power tunnel from the powerhouse to the reservoir and at the tailrace area. One sealing cell at the cofferdam is complete, and...
Editor’s Note October 7, 2015: City of Courtenay Agrees to Land Exchange
In This Issue: City of Courtenay agrees to land exchange; Campbell River issues tender for Lift Station #11 upgrade; and Village of Sayward awards tender for dam safety review. City of Courtenay Agrees to Land Exchange Courtenay council has agreed to move forward with...
Reduce Your Energy Bills at The Gales in Ladysmith with GNB Builders
Today's luxury homes offer the best in environmentally friendly features for an outstanding living experience. The luxury patio homes for sale at The Gales in Ladysmith on Vancouver Island from award winning GNB Builders uses high quality environmentally sensitive...
Around Town: City of Courtenay To Streamline Development Permit Application Process
The City of Courtenay intends to streamline its development permit application process with a new centralized department and one-window approach to applications. The changes are the result of feedback from the development community, and will be rolled out over the...
Editor’s Note, September 30, 2015: Building Permit Issued for New Residential Group Home in Courtenay
In This Issue: Building permit issued for new residential group home in Courtenay; Vista Housing to submit rezoning and development permit applications this week; and Campbell River waits on grant results for possible organic waste processing facility Building Permit...
Around Town: Cumberland Adopts Social Procurement Framework
The Village of Cumberland has passed a motion to implement social impact purchasing, making the Village the first municipality in British Columbia to leverage existing spending to improve social outcomes in the community. “Council is aware of the positive impact we...
Editor’s Note September 23, 2015: Altiverise Proposing Retirement Residence Near Home Hardware in Courtenay
In This Issue: Altiverise proposing retirement residence near Home Hardware in Courtenay; Campbell River Ford dealership has submitted development permit application for new building; and Toyota dealership in Campbell River submits development permit application for...
All Ranchers at RiversEdge Sold, Phase IV to Begin Soon
Phase III of RiversEdge in Courtenay has sold out and the developer Southwind Development Corporation will proceed with Phase IV of this pre-planned residential neighbourhood. At RiversEdge, residents enjoy spacious living and a spectacular riverside setting....
Building Lots with Ocean Views for Sale at The Ridge in Courtenay
When you buy a building lot for sale at The Ridge in Courtenay on Vancouver Island, your custom home will have spectacular ocean views. In fact, the ocean is an important part of the Comox Valley - one of the few places in north America with a south facing harbour!...