Sayward News
Sayward News
Sayward Forestry Workers Vote To Ratify Contract And End Strike Against La-Kwa sa muqw
After more than eight grueling months on the picket line, the marathon strike by unionized forestry workers on the North Island has finally come to a close, capped by the ratification of a new collective agreement that brings an end to one of the region’s most...
Mt. Cain Snowfall Update February 24th
While much of Vancouver Island focused on the fresh snow piling up at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, Mt. Cain’s conditions have followed their own pattern: Recent snowfall: Mt. Cain picked up a solid refresh, with the latest report showing 47 cm (19 inches) in 48...
Sayward Taxpayers Alliance — A Grassroots Push for Fiscal Reform and Local Governance Change
In the small Vancouver Island community of Sayward, British Columbia, a new grassroots movement—the Sayward Taxpayers Alliance—has become a prominent voice calling for fiscal restraint, government reform, and a fresh look at how local services are delivered. Formed by...
Village Of Sayward Residents Face 42% Tax Increase With Dysfunctional Council
The Village of Sayward is preparing for a steep 42% increase in property taxes under its draft 2026–2030 financial plan — a dramatic shift for a community of fewer than 400 residents and one that underscores the severity of its financial challenges. The plan is...
British Columbia News
What Happens When You Can’t Pay Your Property Taxes
For most homeowners in Sayward, paying property taxes is a routine annual responsibility. But when finances tighten, falling behind can quickly become overwhelming. Knowing how the process works in British Columbia—and how it applies specifically in the Village of...
BC Residents Urge Province to Rein In Spending Instead of Raising Taxes or Increasing Debt
As the provincial government prepares to release its next budget, many residents in Sayward and other small communities are questioning how British Columbia is managing taxpayer dollars. Local taxpayers and fiscal advocates are urging Finance Minister Brenda Bailey to...
Black Bear Deaths in BC Drop to Lowest Level in Over a Decade
New data from the British Columbia Conservation Officer Service shows that fewer black bears were killed in the province in 2025 than in any year over the past decade, marking a significant decline in lethal wildlife encounters. According to the figures, conservation...
Critics Say Canada Is Importing LNG It Could Produce at Home
Canada’s stance on liquefied natural gas (LNG) is facing renewed criticism, as opponents argue the federal government’s long‑held claim that there is “no business case” for Canadian LNG exports no longer aligns with reality — especially now that the country is...
Canada News
Landmark Federal Indian Hospitals Settlement Opens Claims Period for Survivors
The claims process has officially opened for survivors of abuse at government‑run Federal Indian Hospitals, marking a significant step in acknowledging the historical harms experienced by Indigenous patients. The settlement—approved by the Federal Court in June...
Feds Introduce Accelerated Immigration Pathway To Foreign Nationals Through Military Service
Canada Expands Express Entry to Address Defence and Strategic Skill Shortages Canada has introduced new category‑based selection priorities within its Express Entry immigration system, adding certain defence‑related occupations to a broader list of critical skill...
Canadian’s Face Another Tax Hike With Alcohol Tax Set To Increase On April 1st
The federal government has confirmed that alcohol excise taxes will rise again on April 1, 2026, as part of the automatic annual increase applied to beer, wine, and spirits. This built‑in adjustment — commonly known as the alcohol escalator tax — raises excise duties...
Conservative Member Of Parliament Declines Upcoming Automatic Pay Raise
A federal Conservative member of Parliament says he will not accept his scheduled annual pay increase, citing concerns about affordability and the economic pressures facing many Canadians. Mike Dawson, the MP for Miramichi—Grand Lake, has written to the clerk of the...
