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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

Neighbours come to aid of Garden Bay man during snowstorm

Neighbours come to aid of Garden Bay man during snowstorm

Power outage meant Hans Wenger wasn't able to use lifesaving home dialysis machine and roads were blocked by storm.
DOS hosts workshops to gather input on official community plan

DOS hosts workshops to gather input on official community plan

The ongoing discussions will help influence the way Sechelt grows and develops in the future.
RCMP briefs: Vehicle fire on Wharf Avenue included truck fully engulfed in flames

RCMP briefs: Vehicle fire on Wharf Avenue included truck fully engulfed in flames

Sunshine Coast RCMP looking for owners of property recovered in Gibsons, including a reciprocating saw, snow shoes and socket set.
Sechelt Legion wants to increase seating from 60 to 100

Sechelt Legion wants to increase seating from 60 to 100

District of Sechelt supported the Legion’s proposal at its regular meeting of council, Feb. 5.
RCMP looking for witnesses in Surf Circle break and enter

RCMP looking for witnesses in Surf Circle break and enter

Police arrested two people, but still missing are mountain bikes, tools, camping equipment, lawnmower and more.
Primary care network opening in stages in downtown Sechelt

Primary care network opening in stages in downtown Sechelt

First phase of services offered by the Sunshine Coast PCN include counselling, social work or pharmacy referrals.
Sechelt wants province to introduce 'good neighbour agreement'

Sechelt wants province to introduce 'good neighbour agreement'

District of Sechelt wants supportive housing and shelter operators to enter into agreements with local governments.
Garden Bay resident blames poor road conditions for seven-hour ordeal

Garden Bay resident blames poor road conditions for seven-hour ordeal

Jane McOuat was in an ambulance for four hours after it got stuck in the snow Feb. 4.
Sechelt approves spending for community safety initiatives for 2025

Sechelt approves spending for community safety initiatives for 2025

As budget talks continue, Sechelt Mayor John Henderson proposes $2 million cut in spending due to threat of trade tariffs.
Sechelt requests staff explore options for popular farmers' market

Sechelt requests staff explore options for popular farmers' market

District of Sechelt staff have until July 1, to present options or alternatives to moving the market from downtown.
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