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All the details you need to know Saturday may be Municipal Election Day, but it also marks just one week until the official Provincial election day. And if you are feeling keen, you can cast your advance vote in the provincial election on Friday, before fulfilling your civic duty on the following day. Confused? Never fear. Here's how it all breaks down for Lions Bay residents, by date, event and location. All voting locations are open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., regardless of venue. Oc

Five rescues in 24 hours Photo courtesy LBSAR. The Lions Bay Search and Rescue team (LBSAR) has had a busy start to the autumn season. Normally at this time of year, they respond to around 30 calls. This year, they've hit 42, only mid-way through the season. In one 24-hour period at the end of September, they responded to four separate calls involving hikers on the Howe Sound Crest Trail, as well as a night rescue on Tunnel Bluffs. LBSAR Training Officer & Search Manager Mari

Giving thanks for the natural beauty of this place Barred owl, photographed in Lions Bay by Andrea Bradshaw, October 9, 2026. Happy thanksgiving! The Watershed welcomes your thoughts. Leave your comments below, or 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.

Alertable Earthquake test taking place this week Thanksgiving is often a time for families to get together, enjoy a big meal and remember all we have to be thankful for. This year, it's also a great time to remind your loved ones of everything they need to know in case of an earthquake. The Great BC ShakeOut is happening again this week. At 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, everyone in the Village subscribed to the 'Alertable' app will receive a notification as a test of th