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Sandra Thomas

Sandra Thomas

Sandra Thomas is an award-winning journalist, who was once named best investigative reporter for B.C. and Yukon. But, what Sandra has always believed is, no matter how big or small the story, it’s the people involved who are at the heart of every issue.
Sandra was a reporter with the Vancouver Courier community newspaper for more than 20 years, before the paper closed due to Covid, and has now joined the Coast Reporter and is thrilled to have made the move from the city to the Sunshine Coast. Sandra is looking forward to meeting and learning from residents of the Coast community.
Sandra is also a travel writer and is vice-chair of the board of the Travel Media Association of Canada – B.C. and Yukon Chapter.

Recent Work by Sandra

Texada grizzly, same bear spotted in Sechelt and Gibsons in 2024

Texada grizzly, same bear spotted in Sechelt and Gibsons in 2024

Conservation Officer Service says due to its 'aggressive behaviour,' the bear is not a candidate for relocation a third time.
Of a Certain Age: Let’s ban those ageist greeting cards

Of a Certain Age: Let’s ban those ageist greeting cards

The Office of the Seniors Advocate of BC recently completed a report on ageism and it's a real thing.
As of May 29, national dental plan open to all eligible Canadians

As of May 29, national dental plan open to all eligible Canadians

Those already enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Plan were to renew by June 1, to continue coverage with no gaps.
Strike averted, but CUPW workers called on to refuse overtime

Strike averted, but CUPW workers called on to refuse overtime

Canadian Union of Postal Workers members have been instructed to return to their depot after eight hours, regardless if their route is done.
Canada Post presents new offers to CUPW ahead of strike deadline

Canada Post presents new offers to CUPW ahead of strike deadline

Local CUPW president says avoiding a strike is always their goal.
Coastal mayors meet with Premier David Eby regarding BC Ferries

Coastal mayors meet with Premier David Eby regarding BC Ferries

Randene Neill, MLA for Powell River–Sunshine Coast, also joined the online meeting to address concerns from ferry-dependent communities.
Opinion: 'Don't shoot the messenger,' be nice to ferry workers this weekend

Opinion: 'Don't shoot the messenger,' be nice to ferry workers this weekend

Your travel plans are in the hands of both an aging fleet and decisions made by BC Ferries management staff, making salaries way above these workers’ paygrades. 
'All of our players are on the ice': BC Ferries braces for record summer

'All of our players are on the ice': BC Ferries braces for record summer

BC Ferries also highlights a new Current Conditions Beta Experience website page, which includes more granular reservation details.
Elk hunting on the Sunshine Coast has been in place for decades

Elk hunting on the Sunshine Coast has been in place for decades

Hunters must apply and enter into a draw in hopes of receiving a 'limited entry hunting' license for elk across the Lower Mainland.
Tick season is in full swing on the Sunshine Coast

Tick season is in full swing on the Sunshine Coast

Only one per cent of the ticks in B.C. carry the bacteria that causes Lyme disease.
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