Sayward News
Meet The Pacific Fin Whale
The Fin Whale, a large baleen cetacean measuring up to 25 meters in length, belongs to the family Balaenopteridae. Characterized by a hydrodynamically streamlined body and swift swimming capabilities, it is second in size only to the Blue Whale. Most members of this...
Essential Liquids Permitted On Airplanes In Quantities Greater Than 100mL
What do breast milk, liquid medication, and distilled water (for CPAP devices) have in common? They are all considered essential liquids and can be carried through security screening in quantities exceeding the 100ml limit. These items are exempt from the 100ml liquid...
Meet The Pacific Spiny Dogfish
The spiny dogfish is a small schooling shark that forms groups of hundreds or thousands of individuals of the same sex and size. It is one of the most abundant demersal shark species. This shark is gray or brownish on top and pale gray or white on its ventral side...
Preparedness Tips For Winter Storm Season
Prepare for Storms and Power Outages in Advance: Gather Supplies: Ensure you have enough food, water, flashlights, blankets, and batteries to last at least three days to two weeks in case of a power outage Complete Your Home Emergency Plan: Prepare and know how to...
U.S. Lumber Industry Poised to Challenge Canada’s Lead as Tariffs Take Effect
The southern United States is on track to surpass Canada’s longstanding dominance in the North American lumber market, as years of trade restrictions and environmental challenges take a toll on Canadian output. According to commodity pricing agency Fastmarkets, the...
Village Of Sayward Seeking Office Administrator
Job Title: Office Administrator Department Financial Services Reports To: Chief Financial Officer Job Classification: ☒ Non-Management FTE % 1.0 FTE – FT – Permanent Pay Band/Grid $60,000 – 70,000 Benefits 1. Health & Wellness ☒ Extended Health, Allied Medical...
November 4th and 5th Power Failure Update
BC Hydro continues to face significant challenges with outages across Vancouver Island due to fallen trees on power lines resulting from severe winds. The most recent update for the Sayward region was November 4th at 21:41 (9:41pm), indicating a crew status as...
Waiting For Mama – Photo By Dene Rossouw
A black bear cub waits patiently for its mother to bring back a salmon in British Columbia.Dene spends weekends photographing wildlife with a Nikon Z9, D850 and Nikkor 400mm f/2.8G ED VR, plus portrait, micro and landscape lenses. Many of Dene's photographs are...
Dragonfly Wall Plaque – Wood Art By Carole’s Inspirations
This dragonfly wall plaque on alder is approximately 11 inches across. For sale - $55 plus shipping.Carole’s Inspirations is the place to find handcrafted, unique and gorgeous pieces for your home. Specializing in custom wood work. Driftwood sculptures Custom bird...
Tips To Remember When Flying For Hunting
Thinking about bringing your hunting rifle on your next adventure? Here’s what you need to know: If you plan to pack firearms, firearm parts, or ammunition in your checked luggage, you'll need to get approval from your air carrier first. These items are strictly...
Student Summer Jobs With The Canadian Coast Guard
The Canadian Coast Guard Inshore Rescue Boat Student Program is now open for applications for Summer 2025. This is an opportunity to embark on an exciting adventure where you can truly make a difference on the water and in people’s lives. Applications close on...
Canadian Coast Guard College Officer Training Program
If you are considering a career with the Canadian Coast Guard, there is three upcoming virtual presentations designed to help navigate the process for the Officer Training Program. Explore the Officer Training Program Understanding the Canadian Coast Guard College...
