COMMUNITY
Campbell River RCMP Arrest Two People and Seize $77K in Cash During Search
Campbell River RCMP seized $77,000 in cash, marijuana, and suspected cocaine after executing a search warrant on South Alder Street. Two people were arrested.
Local Search Warrant Yields Cash and Suspected Illicit Substances
A 62-year-old man and a 58-year-old woman were arrested in Campbell River after law enforcement officers executed a search warrant in the 500 block of South Alder Street on July 9, 2026. Following their arrest, both individuals were released and are scheduled to make their first court appearance on October 5, 2026.
During the operation, officers discovered and confiscated more than $77,000 in cash, along with 4.5 kilograms of marijuana, over 225 grams of suspected cocaine, and 10 grams of suspected crack cocaine.
Three-Month Police Operation Involves Multiple Units
The July search was the culmination of a three-month probe led by the Campbell River RCMP Street Crime unit. General duty officers, Major Crime personnel, and Police dog services assisted with the operation.
“This is another excellent example of how our investigators are working to remove illicit drugs from the street and hold traffickers accountable,” said RCMP spokesperson Cst. Maury Tyre.
Authorities encourage anyone holding details about active criminal enterprises or illegal drug trafficking to contact the Campbell River RCMP at 250-286-6221.
COMMUNITY
Why You Should Join Tofino’s Second Annual Mexican Independence Day Party
Tofino Community Hall hosts the second annual Mexican Independence Day event on Sept. 12, 2026, featuring live mariachi, folklore, and salsa lessons.
Tofino Hosts Second Annual Cultural Gathering
The Tofino Community Hall and Emergency Reception Centre will serve as the venue for a family-friendly Mexican Independence Day event on September 12, 2026. Scheduled to start at 4:00 PM Pacific Time, the festivities return for a second year following a successful inaugural gathering.
Live Performances and Entertainment Lineup
Attendants can participate in salsa lessons and watch a Nahualli folklore performance. The musical program features mariachi vocalist Laura Rivera, along with tunes provided by DJ Moses. Additionally, the Julio Avila Cuban Latin Live Band will perform during the evening celebration.
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The week ahead in West Coast: Mon 7 — Sun 13 September
11 things to do in West Coast, Mon 7 — Sun 13 September.
The West Coast Current · What’s on
The week ahead
Mon 7 — Sun 13 September
Seven days of what’s on, and what to keep an eye on.
The week at a glance Mon 7 — Sun 13 September
7 am Monday Derby Hours Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni 11 am Marim Bam Buzz Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni 12 pm Short Term Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni 12 pm Monday Beverage Gardens Sponsored by Port Boat House Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni 3 pm Youth Center (Ages 9-17) Somass Hall (Lower Level), 6200 Gallic Rd 7:30 pm Monday Night Movies Clayoquot Sound Community Theatre
3 pm Youth Center (Ages 9-17) Somass Hall (Lower Level), 6200 Gallic Rd 5 pm Mens Group Port Alberni Government Office, 4644 Adelaide St., Port Alberni
10 am Tofino Market Village Green 4 pm Mexican Independence Day Celebration Tofino Community Hall
Worth watching 1
Executive Council Meeting
- When
- 10 am
- Where
- Anacla Government Office, 170 Nookemus Rd., Anacla
The Executive Council will meet on Thursday, September 10, at 10 A.M., at the Anacla Government Office and on Zoom for a regular meeting. To observe the meeting, please contact the Huu-ay-aht Law Clerk at lawclerk@huuayaht.org for the Zoom link. To see the agenda, please visit our website: https://huuayaht.org/executive-council-agenda-2026/
What’s on 11 events
Monday Derby Hours
- Time
- 7 am
- Where
- Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni
Marim Bam Buzz
- Time
- 11 am
- Where
- Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni
Short Term
- Time
- 12 pm
- Where
- Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni
Monday Beverage Gardens Sponsored by Port Boat House
- Time
- 12 pm
- Where
- Tyee Landing, 3300 Harbour Rd, Port Alberni, BC, Port Alberni
Youth Center (Ages 9-17)
- Time
- 3 pm
- Where
- Somass Hall (Lower Level), 6200 Gallic Rd
Youth Center (Ages 9-17)
- Time
- 3 pm
- Where
- Somass Hall (Lower Level), 6200 Gallic Rd
Mens Group
- Time
- 5 pm
- Where
- Port Alberni Government Office, 4644 Adelaide St., Port Alberni
huuʕiiʔatḥaḥ (I am a Huu-ay-aht Man). Join us on Wednesday, September 9, from 5 – 7 p. m. , at the Port Alberni Huu-ay-aht First Nations Government Office.
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
- Time
- 4 pm
- Where
- Tofino Community Hall
Also coming up 8 of 60
- Mon, Sep 14 Child & Family Wellness Drop-In
- Mon, Sep 14 Youth Center (Ages 9-17)
- Tue, Sep 15 Language Class
- Wed, Sep 16 Youth Center (Ages 9-17)
- Sun, Sep 20 BC Hydro: Planned Outage
- Mon, Sep 21 BC Hydro: Planned Outage
- Mon, Sep 21 Child & Family Wellness Drop-In
- Mon, Sep 21 Youth Center (Ages 9-17)
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