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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

RCMP request witnesses in tire slashing at Trail Bay Mall Oct. 28

RCMP request witnesses in tire slashing at Trail Bay Mall Oct. 28

A man was seen slashing the tire on a black Dodge Caravan parked in front of the RX Drug Mart.
Agritourism accommodation expansion will go to public hearing

Agritourism accommodation expansion will go to public hearing

Owners of the farm on Tyson Road want to expand their units from three to ten, including five tent/RV sites.
Photos: Blue Titty Halloween swim draws dozens to Davis Bay, Oct. 27

Photos: Blue Titty Halloween swim draws dozens to Davis Bay, Oct. 27

Cold-water dip was in support of Ruby Slipper Fund, which hosts its largest fundraiser Nov. 2, at Sechelt Seniors Activity Centre.
First annual Kids Market takes place in Gibsons this Sunday

First annual Kids Market takes place in Gibsons this Sunday

Youthful makers, bakers, creators and inventors take over Gibsons Public Market, Nov. 3.
Business association eyes Sechelt waterfront improvements

Business association eyes Sechelt waterfront improvements

The grant application from the SDBA is the first step in moving forward on plans to revitalize the Boulevard.
Food for Thought catering program serves up cooking skills

Food for Thought catering program serves up cooking skills

Besides kitchen experience, the catering program at Arrowhead Clubhouse teaches self-confidence and team work.
'First poppies' presented to shíshálh lhe hiwus and Sechelt mayor

'First poppies' presented to shíshálh lhe hiwus and Sechelt mayor

'First poppies' were presented to dignitaries across the province Tuesday, ahead of the Legion's Poppy Campaign, which launches Oct. 25.
World Happiness Report shows Canadians under 30, least happy

World Happiness Report shows Canadians under 30, least happy

John Helliwell, UBC professor emeritus of economics, is one of the founders of the report, which is now used to measure happiness around the world.
Halloween events for all ages on the Sunshine Ghost: Here's what's happening

Halloween events for all ages on the Sunshine Ghost: Here's what's happening

From zombie walks to costume parties, there are plenty of scary Halloween events to enjoy in Sechelt and Gibsons.
Union of BC Indian Chiefs asks Sechelt mayor to resign

Union of BC Indian Chiefs asks Sechelt mayor to resign

This is the second time the mayor has been asked to either step aside or resign over assertions of residential school 'denialism'
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