Courtenay.
city in British Columbia, Canada
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What's happening
One to three months ago
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Courtenay is addressing the current need for shelter.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A commissioned report on regional homelessness strategy was released in Courtenay.Some support1 report
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Both Courtenay and Vancouver hosted community events on August 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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AVI provided wellness worker support in Courtenay on August 6, 2026.Some support1 report
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A partnership between Courtenay, Hornby Island, Gulf Island, and the University of British Columbia has established a Seaweed School for Grade 8 students, utilizing unique learning opportunities in their backyards.Some support1 report
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Bob Wells has been confirmed as the Mayor of Courtenay, and a new project site has been identified in Braidwood.Some support1 report
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Courtenay is addressing failing infrastructure along the Courtenay River.Some support1 report
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Carey Mercer performed in the city of Courtenay on July 18, 2026.Some support1 report
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The city of Courtenay is situated on Vancouver Island.Some support1 report
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Lightning struck Fire Chief Macdonald's home in Courtenay on July 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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Courtenay is being used as a model for future base expansion projects.Some support1 report
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Severe weather and thunderstorm watches are in effect for the Courtenay and Campbell River region.Some support3 reports
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Courtenay hosts an initiative to strengthen community bonds in observance of Hello Neighbour Day.Some support2 reports
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A local branch celebrated its centenary on July 7th, discussing the treatment of WWI veterans and documenting the history of the Legion.Some support1 report
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A new bridge was built connecting pathways across the Courtenay River, linking downtown to Simms Park trails.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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An earthquake caused damage across multiple towns, accompanied by landslides affecting the local bay area.Some support1 report
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The Canadian Union of Public Employees ratified a four-year collective agreement in Courtenay.Some support1 report
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Advocates from Weaver are holding a roadshow tour of communities in B.C. to advocate for forestry protection.Some support1 report
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Around Courtenay this week
News at the entities that move Courtenay most-
BC Hydro StructuralRestoration efforts are needed after wildfire damage impacted the Trans-Canada Highway, involving BC Hydro.Moves Courtenay
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Josie Osborne StructuralJosie Osborne cited Donald Trump's threats regarding the economy.Moves Courtenay
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Wellington StructuralThe city of Wellington is located within the country.Moves Courtenay
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Community Foundation OperationalThe Community Foundation provided initial grant funding for body cameras in Madison.Moves Courtenay
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Vancouver Island Shared contextGovernment promises regarding old-growth management failed in the context of ongoing planning issues in British Columbia and on Vancouver Island.Moves Courtenay
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David Eby Shared contextPremier Eby announced a change to the election date, while Gordon Campbell became the new Vancouver mayor, and Bill Vander Zalm won election in Saskatchewan.Moves Courtenay
Connections
The 27 strongest of 34, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
BC Hydro Structural
Courtenay relies on BC Hydro for essential services, specifically power supply, which is prone to outages.
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Josie Osborne Structural
Josie Osborne serves as the incumbent MLA representing the Courtenay area.
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Wellington Structural
The governing body associated with Wellington exercises management and regulatory authority over the Courtenay area.
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Simms Park Shared context
A bridge connects the downtown area of Courtenay to the trails within Simms Park.
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Macdonald Structural
Macdonald holds the formal role of Fire Chief within Courtenay.
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Port Alberni Shared context
The towns shared a common regional context and vulnerability to a major seismic event.
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Comox Valley Regional District Transactional
The relationship involved a shared leadership role, as Cole-Hamilton served as chair of the organization.
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Courtenay River Shared context
The entity Courtenay is geographically situated within the path of the Courtenay River.
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Heather Welch Shared context
The individual operates within the geographic and social context of the city.
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Community Foundation Operational
Courtenay and the Community Foundation jointly invest in local nonprofits through shared processes.
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Vancouver Mentioned together
The two entities are co-mentioned as locations that host community events.
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Hornby Island Shared context
The relationship is defined by the geographical reality that necessitates long commutes from Hornby Island to Courtenay for high school access.
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Bob Wells Shared context
Bob Wells holds the position of Mayor in Courtenay.
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AVI Shared context
AVI operates as a service provider within the jurisdiction of Courtenay.
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Anzac Shared context
Anzac operates within the context of Courtenay, celebrating a local centenary milestone.
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Stephanie Higginson Shared context
Stephanie Higginson serves as the incumbent Member of the Legislative Assembly for the region of Courtenay.
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Vancouver Island Shared context
Courtenay is a specific location situated within the larger geographical context of Vancouver Island.
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British Columbia Shared context
Courtenay is a specific geographic and political entity located within the boundaries of the province of British Columbia.
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Deep Bay Shared context
Courtenay and Deep Bay share a geographical context, as indicated by the mention of a local bay area affected by landslides.
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Carey Mercer Shared context
Carey Mercer is currently performing activities within the geographical boundaries of Courtenay.
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David Eby Shared context
David Eby's political actions are observed within the geographic and political context of Courtenay.
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Christine Boyle Shared context
Christine Boyle is mentioned in the context of addressing shelter needs within the municipality of Courtenay.
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Braidwood Shared context
The project site of Courtenay is geographically located within the area of Braidwood.
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Powell River Shared context
Both towns were affected by damage from a shared earthquake event.
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Canadian Union of Public Employees Transactional
The entities were involved in the ratification of a four-year collective agreement.
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Prescott Mentioned together
No evidence links the two entities; the single snapshot concerns an event in Courtenay only.
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Comox Mentioned together
No evidence of a relationship between Courtenay and Comox was found in the provided snapshots.
History
Events by the month they beganAugust 2026
4 events- A commissioned report on regional homelessness strategy was released in Courtenay.
- Both Courtenay and Vancouver hosted community events on August 6, 2026.
- AVI provided wellness worker support in Courtenay on August 6, 2026.
- A partnership between Courtenay, Hornby Island, Gulf Island, and the University of British Columbia has established a Seaweed School for Grade 8 students, utilizing unique learning opportunities in their backyards.
July 2026
11 events- Courtenay is addressing the current need for shelter.
- Bob Wells has been confirmed as the Mayor of Courtenay, and a new project site has been identified in Braidwood.
- Courtenay is addressing failing infrastructure along the Courtenay River.
- Carey Mercer performed in the city of Courtenay on July 18, 2026.
- The city of Courtenay is situated on Vancouver Island.
- Lightning struck Fire Chief Macdonald's home in Courtenay on July 17, 2026.
- Courtenay is being used as a model for future base expansion projects.
- Severe weather and thunderstorm watches are in effect for the Courtenay and Campbell River region.
- Courtenay hosts an initiative to strengthen community bonds in observance of Hello Neighbour Day.
- A local branch celebrated its centenary on July 7th, discussing the treatment of WWI veterans and documenting the history of the Legion.
- A new bridge was built connecting pathways across the Courtenay River, linking downtown to Simms Park trails.
June 2026
3 events- An earthquake caused damage across multiple towns, accompanied by landslides affecting the local bay area.
- The Canadian Union of Public Employees ratified a four-year collective agreement in Courtenay.
- Advocates from Weaver are holding a roadshow tour of communities in B.C. to advocate for forestry protection.