Go Sayward News Desk
The Go Sayward News Desk is the editorial team responsible for news reporting and coverage published by GoSayward.com.
Our coverage focuses primarily on Sayward, Kelsey Bay, the Sayward Valley and North Vancouver Island, with extended provincial and national coverage for issues that may impact local residents.
Latest Articles by Go Sayward News Desk
Federal Firearms Buyback Program Faces Criticism Over Cost, Participation, and Effectiveness
Canada’s federal firearms buyback program is drawing renewed scrutiny after a recent pilot phase saw very limited participation, prompting broader debate about its cost, implementation challenges, and overall impact on public safety. The initiative was launched as...
Canadians To Face More Tax Hikes In 2026
Canadians could see their overall tax burden rise in 2026, according to a new analysis from a national taxpayers’ advocacy group, despite the federal government’s plans for targeted tax cuts. The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) says that although some income tax...
Brewster Wind Project Update
A major renewable energy initiative on Vancouver Island is advancing with a new name and a strengthened emphasis on Indigenous leadership and clean power production. Yəyus Energy—a 197.2‑megawatt wind project—is being jointly developed by Capstone Infrastructure...
SRD Electoral Areas Services Committee Inaugural Meeting – January 14, 2026
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Abandoned Komoks Village Circa 1917
Sayward Historical Society information indicates that the Komoks First Nation experienced traumatic flooding and illness in short order that resulted in the Komoks Nation leaving their Salmon River settlement, consolidating with others in the Comox Valley. If you have...
Plankton Are Small Aquatic Drifters With A Big Impact
Plankton are an incredibly diverse group of organisms that inhabit oceans, lakes, and rivers. They range from microscopic bacteria and algae to small animals like crustaceans and gelatinous creatures. What unites them is their limited ability to swim against currents,...