WDG About 200 people turned out for an all-candidates meeting held at the Chemainus 55+ Activity Centre on Thursday evening. Five candidates are in the running for a seat on North Cowichan council.[/caption] Taxes, housing and growth dominated the discussion at an all-candidates meeting held in Chemainus on Thursday evening. All five candidates in the running … Read more
Hundreds of folks have taken to social media to express outrage and support for Paul McGregor, the Country Grocer manager who was fired late last week. The various local social media sites were buzzing after news of the popular manager’s termination leaked out on Friday. “Oh no! Paul McGregor was the heart and soul of … Read more
Candidates in the running for the April 12 North Cowichan by-election will exchange views and answer questions tonight at an all-candidates meeting to be at the Chemainus 55+ Activity Centre. The meeting is being organized by the Chemainus Residents Association. There are five candidates in the running: • Joanna Lord, a former teacher in the … Read more
A Cowichan Valley cannabis entrepreneur is hoping to set up shop in Chemainus. Chris Clay, owner of Warmland Cannabis Centre’s three locations in the region, has asked North Cowichan to rezone 3055 Oak Street (Chemainus Village Square Shopping Centre) to allow a licensed cannabis retail store. He is holding a community information meeting on April … Read more
By Craig Spence for chemainus.com Candidates in the running for the April 12 North Cowichan by-election will exchange views and answer questions at a March 27 all-candidates meeting to be held at the Chemainus 55+ Activity Centre. The meeting is being organized by the Chemainus Residents Association. When nominations for the by-election closed March 7, … Read more
The Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society has a plan to help aspiring songwriters get their song out to the world. The CVCAS is working with Instructor Michael Holland to offer a two-part workshop on March 31 and April 7 at the Chemainus Legion. “If you feel a song in your heart and want to have … Read more
Chemainus has a long list of amenities including businesses, recreational opportunities and entertainment possibilities. Too often, folks don’t realize what is right before their eyes. In an effort to change that, Chemainus + District Chamber of Commerce director Roy Summerhayes is organizing an event that will showcase the community’s assets. “Chemainus is a caring community, … Read more
Arguably one of Chemainus’ best-kept secrets, the Chemainus Museum in Waterwheel Park is again welcoming visitors to the wonderful exhibition of the community’s history. The Museum opened for the season on March 13 and will be open five days a week, Wednesdays to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Museum is a popular … Read more