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UPDATE – Pilot Project – New Indigenous Court Opens on Coqualeetza Grounds Owned by the Stó:lō Collective – A Holistic, Restorative-Justice Approach

Victoria/Chilliwack – UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2026 – Chilliwack’s Indigenous Court has moved closer to the people it serves, from the Chilliwack courthouse to Siyá:m Lálem, a space on Qw’oqw’elith’a (Coqualeetza) grounds owned by the Stó:lō Collective. “Indigenous courts do their best work when Elders, families, victims and community can participate,” said Niki Sharma, Attorney General. “I […]

BC Provincial Election Saturday October 24 – Sept 26 By-Election Cancelled

Victoria – As expected, B.C. Premier David Eby called a snap election, one week after the Municipal Elections. The Province goes back to the polls for a Provincial Election October 24. The September 26 Abbotsford-Mission By Election is now scrubbed. Eby blamed US President Trump policies as a major part of the decision. Also, the […]

UPDATE – Chilliwack Woman’s Walk to Raise Awareness About Violence Against Women – For SARA for Women (INTERVIEW)

Fraser Valley – SEPTEMBER 22 UPDATE from Mandy Dhillon: We raised $20,000 for SARA for Women. To every person who donated, shared and showed up, I cannot adequately express how much I appreciate you. Every dollar mattered. Every share mattered. Every person who showed up mattered. THIS IS COMMUNITY. Still, $20,000 is just scratching the […]

SPONSORED – From Academics to Labour to Journalist – Lisa Morry Will Run for Chilliwack Council October 17 (VIDEO INTERVIEW)

Chilliwack – Add Lisa Morry to the list of candidates for Chilliwack Council, come the October 17 Municipal Elections. Morry has been active with UFV, Fraser Valley Labour Council, local NDP activities, print journalism, and her well known social media posts , hiking Tea Pot Trail. From her website- https://www.lisamorry.com/about: Until recently, I worked in […]

Dr. Nilsana Charkhandeh, PsyD, RCC   2026 Candidate for Chilliwack City Council – Platform: Listening • Caring • Taking Action

Chilliwack – Dr. Nilsana Charkhandeh, PsyD, RCC  is a 2026 Candidate for Chilliwack City Council. Her Platform: Listening • Caring • Taking Action. Municipal Elections are October 17. My Story — Dr. Nilsana Charkhandeh, PsyD, RCC I was born and raised in Tehran, Iran, where my journey in psychology and communityservice began. I completed my Bachelor’s […]

SPONSORED – Tek Solutions Steve Just Running for Chilliwack Council

Chilliwack – Many companies and individuals have met Steve Just through his computer business, Tek Solutions. Now, he plans to take that business knowledge to City Hall. Just will be on the ballot to run for Chilliwack Council in the October 17 Municipal Elections. From his social media – https://www.stevenjust.ca/ Hello everyone! i have decided […]

Five Back in BC Conservative Fold including Rustad and Hepner

Victoria – After defections from the BC Conservatives, Five MLA’s who left to be independents, are back in the good graces. From September 21 media release: Lorne Doerkson, Interim Leader of the Official Opposition, issued the following statement: “Effective immediately, I have formally notified the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia that the […]

Leanna Kemp Resigns as Chief Executive Officer of Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce

Chilliwack – The Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce announced on September 21, that Leanna Kemp has resigned as Chief Executive Officer, and that Jason Metcalfe has been appointed Interim CEO. Leanna joined the Chamber in 2017 and, over the course of her nine-year tenure, led the organization through a period of remarkable growth. Under her leadership, […]

City of Chilliwack Municipal Election Candidates for City Council Forum on Indigenous Relations Wednesday September 23

Chilliwack/Stolo – The Union of BC Indian Chiefs will be holding their annual general meeting at Shxwhá:y Village Community Cultural Centre (44692-B Skway Rd, Chilliwack) On the evening of Wednesday September 23, there will be an opportunity for candidates to share what is on their platform regarding relationships with First Nation on and off reserve. […]

Pamela Yee Launches Campaign for Abbotsford School Board Trustee

Abbotsford – (from Pamela Lee media release) – Experienced education professional Pamela Yee has decided to enter the 2026 Abbotsford schooltrustee race. Municipal Elctions are October 17. Yee is passionate about education and has worked with students in the public and private sectors for over 20 years.“I believe it’s advantageous to have someone in the […]