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February's Coastal Canine is a true jewel This gorgeous girl is Pearl, an energetic, outdoors-loving dog with a big personality and an even bigger sense of fun. Pearl's just turned 12 in December, and celebrated with some of her favourite treats, which include apples, bananas, chicken, and any doggie snack on offer. She loves hiking with her Sheltie sister, Blue, particularly on the Arbutus Trail in Lighthouse Park and Trudi’s Trail in Lions Bay. Also a natural swimmer, Pearl

Director of Operations bids adieu Lions Bay's Public Works Director of Operations Karl Buhr has bid a final farewell to his role with the department. In his stead, the Village recently welcomed Eric Villeneuve. a civil engineer who has worked with both the Districts of West and North Vancouver as well as an independent contractor. He has a pair of big work boots to fill. Buhr, who held the position of Mayor in the Village from 2014 - 2018, stepped in to lead Public Works sho

Sun setting through the fog on Átl'ḵa7tsem/Howe Sound. Photo by Trevor Hoffmann, January 19, 2026. Have a beautiful photo you'd like to share? Email us at   editor@lionsbaywatershed.ca   Like what you're reading? For as little as $5/month, you can support local independent journalism by subscribing to The Watershed HERE.

Councillors threatened with financial sanctions In the second of two scheduled meetings held Monday night, Lions Bay Mayor Ken Berry lashed out at Council members for what he called "deeply concerning" absenteeism. In a report addressing attendance at public meetings, Berry recommended that Councillors agree to adhere to the "spirit of the legislation and attend duly called Special Meetings to focus on the important business of the community" and that Council members’ renumer