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
Phone Services Disrupted Across Northern Vancouver Island Following Vandalism
Residents in parts of northern Vancouver Island continue to experience widespread service disruptions affecting landline phones, mobile, internet, and even 911 emergency access. Scope of the Outage The outage has been confirmed by telecom provider Telus,...
Back-to-School Road Safety: Speed Limits and School Bus Awareness
As summer winds down and students return to class, drivers are reminded to take extra care on the roads. Back-to-school season means more children walking, biking, and riding buses, making road safety more important than ever. Here are two critical reminders for all...
Fireplace Crackdowns Expand Worldwide — BC Could Be Next
Homeowners in Vancouver may soon face tighter regulations on the use of fireplaces and wood stoves under the city’s Residential Indoor Wood-Burning Bylaw — a policy that some worry could pave the way for an eventual ban on traditional heating methods. The bylaw...
Rethinking B.C.’s Emergency Alert System: Push for a Unified Strategy Gains Momentum
This summer, British Columbia has seen a flurry of emergency alerts—from raging wildfires to a tsunami advisory—highlighting the importance of timely warnings. While the current system has proven its worth, experts say it’s time to rethink how alerts are delivered...
Northern Resident Orca I76 Passes Away in Johnstone Strait, With Family and Dolphins at His Side
In a deeply moving scene that touched researchers and whale watchers, a well-known Northern Resident killer whale, I76, died in Johnstone Strait on Sunday, August 17, 2025. The 28-year-old male was surrounded by his close family and a group of dolphins during his...
Sayward Receives Major Boost for Stormwater and Drainage Upgrades
In a significant development for the Village of Sayward, multiple levels of government are contributing to fund critical upgrades to the community’s stormwater and drainage systems. Through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure...