Chemainus Seawalk No Closer to Reality
A recent decision at North Cowichan gave hope that a walkway along the ocean in Chemainus might actually be forthcoming. But that isn’t the case, suggests one North Cowichan councillor.
A recent decision at North Cowichan gave hope that a walkway along the ocean in Chemainus might actually be forthcoming. But that isn’t the case, suggests one North Cowichan councillor.
Barb Bond has been operating Silver Mine on Chemainus for 16 years. It has been a labour of love.
The Horseshoe Bay Inn in Chemainus is among three properties owned by Dave Prakash that are now for sale.
Time flies when you’re having fun and showcasing the work of some of the Island’s finest artists, carvers, sculptors and other talented folks. Ten years ago, the Chemainus Valley Cultural Arts Society (CVCAS) came up with one of its finest ideas. The concept of opening a gallery in downtown Chemainus had been simmering for a … Read more
Led by the Chemainus Valley Historical Society and joined by several community groups, a poignant exhibition has been developed in the Chemainus Museum. None Came Back, was officially opened to the public on July 11 with dignitaries and members of Japanese families that were impacted by a dark period in the history of Chemainus in … Read more
Summer musicals have long been the highlight of the season at the Chemainus Theatre and this year’s offering is no exception. In fact, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels may just be the all-time favourite. Patrons and reviewers alike are singing the praises of this fast-paced musical with its energetic and flawlessly executed dance numbers. “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels … Read more
Coming off a very successful 2025 season, The Chemainus Theatre Festival is confident the lineup for 2026 will be another winner for Theatre patrons. The 2026 season opens Feb. 20 with Godspell.
The gradual decline of the Crofton mill has been going on for decades. But that doesn’t lessen the pain for 350 employees who will be out of work in the new year.
The developers of West Vista Terrace got the news they were hoping for as North Cowichan council voted to expand the municipality’s urban containment boundary.
Developers are hoping to turn a 30-acre parcel of land near the new hospital into a community that would include housing, stores and possibly a school.