November 2025

                             
If you have spent any time in the Cowichan Valley lately, you have probably noticed something.
Our communities are changing. We have new homes going up, new businesses opening their doors and more families moving in from Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland. Everywhere you look, there is growing demand for walkable neighborhoods, outdoor lifestyl...

                           There is a big conversation happening in the Cowichan Valley right now. If you have spent any time living here, driving through North Cowichan, or even waiting in the current hospital parking lot, you have probably heard something about the new replacement hospital being built on Bell McKinnon Road.It is a major project. It will change how people a...

                    

What Happened

In August 2025, the BC Supreme Court recognized Cowichan Aboriginal title to parts of Tl’uqtinus in the City of Richmond (on Lulu Island).
The Court also found that certain government held titles in that area were invalid. However, it paused the effect for 18 months so that Cowichan Tribes and government can negotiate a structured path...

            
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it’s clear that winter is on its way in the Cowichan Valley. But before you imagine snowdrifts and ice storms, take a deep breath - our winters here are some of the mildest in Canada. With a little preparation, this season can be one of the most enjoyable times of the year to live on Vancouver Islan...