Edition 006 – November

At this time of year when the weather turns cool and wet, it is an enjoyable daily self-care practice to nourish our body and soul

In times when making ends meet has become a daily challenge for many in our community, the Cowichan Valley Regional District’s decision to earmark approximately

In our previous edition, we covered the closure of the York St. Diner. We’re happy to report since then, the business has preservered and will

 Westward Independent recently had the privilege of attending the North Cowichan Developers’ Forum, a pivotal event held at Fuller Lake.  This forum casts a spotlight on

North Cowichan has recently utilized its ‘climate action and energy fund’ reserve to procure a fleet of electric vehicles, including an electric garbage truck. This

*Sponsored Content* In the Netherlands, more than 3,000 farms are currently locked in a struggle for their survival. This plight is not unique to the

Welcome to Progressivia, the city of tomorrow! It’s 2045, and the progressive agenda has not just been followed; it’s been run with—literally, since running is

Welcome to “Nut Bar,” your dive into the deliciously ironic world of political acrobatics where every side of the spectrum bends over backwards so much,

John Rustad is the current leader of the B.C. Conservatives. Mr. Rustad has visited the Cowichan Valley multiple times to inquire about, and look into,

Following North Cowichan’s decision to expedite the adoption of building step code 6 years earlier than the Province, with a vote of 4-3, we’ve contacted

The “30×30” biodiversity target is making waves globally, with Canada, like many other nations, pledging to protect 30% of its land and waters by 2030.

 Maple Bay, North Cowichan – Elkington House, a historic gem dating back to 1894, holds the distinction of being North Cowichan’s only designated heritage house. Its

North Cowichan steams full-bore ahead on its climate agenda, public input appears to be a point of contention. As another council meeting went underway, Mayor

In the Cowichan Valley, a stark divide shadows the sunlit streets: Climate policy’s burden on the middle class. As the community transitions into a preferred