Michael John Lo

Canada

Breaking News and Weekend Reporter at Times Colonist

journalist for the @timescolonist daily newspaper, @EUinCanada fellow. ✍️ in @globeandmail @TheTyee @capitaldailyvic. he/him

Articles

Wildfire near Campbell River-area golf course not expected to spread

3 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

A wildfire that was discovered south of Campbell River near Storey Creek Golf Course is not expected to spread beyond its current size of 3.43 hectares. A B.C. Wildfire Service update just before 4 p.m. Sunday lists the fire as “being held” by Campbell River’s fire department, with B.C. Wildfire service crews assisting. The fire is suspected to have been human-caused. An employee at the golf club’s restuarant said they have not been affected by the fire.
Campbell River RCMP seize 1.1 kg of crack cocaine, $96,000 in cash, other drugs in raids

3 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

RCMP in Campbell River seized large stashes of drugs and cash in simultaneous raids on April 23 at two residences that led to three arrests. A 38-year-old man, a 44-year-old woman, and a 68-year-old woman were arrested and released with a court date in July, police said.
Nanaimo financial adviser accused of buying homes, office with couple's $4.2M retirement funds: lawsuit

4 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

A Nanaimo couple have filed a civil case in B.C. Supreme Court alleging that a financial adviser used their retirement funds to buy two Vancouver Island homes and office space without their knowledge. The adviser has since been barred from working in financial services after being accused of misappropriating millions of dollars in clients’ money.
Province auditing two Island universities running million-dollar deficits

4 days ago | vancouverisawesome.com | Michael John Lo

Two firms — including one appointed by the provincial government — are auditing Vancouver Island University’s move to cut $11.65 million from its next budget. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has been conducting a cash and financial framework audit of the university since April. The firm, which had been appointed by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education to assess whether VIU can remain financially stable and make recommendations, is expected to finish its audit on May 22.
Province auditing two Island universities running million-dollar deficits

4 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

Two firms — including one appointed by the provincial government — are auditing Vancouver Island University’s move to cut $11.65 million from its next budget. PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP has been conducting a cash and financial framework audit of the university since April. The firm, which had been appointed by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education to assess whether VIU can remain financially stable and make recommendations, is expected to finish its audit on May 22.
A pirate invasion as parade rolls through Esquimalt for Buccaneer Days

4 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

Thousands lined up on Esquimalt Road on Saturday morning to watch pirates roll into town. Many brought their own marauder gear to match at the Buccaneer Days Parade, which has for decades followed a morning announcement made with the help of the Esquimalt fire department. An unnamed person on a fire truck goes through the township on a fire truck starting at 7 a.m. calling out “wakey, wakey” over a loudspeaker.
Nanaimo financial adviser fined $1M, banned from sector: regulator

5 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

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CEO of Hullo Ferries steps down, interim leader appointed

5 days ago | biv.com | Michael John Lo

The man who oversaw the launch of the Hullo Ferries service between Nanaimo and Vancouver has stepped down. Former CEO Alistair Caddick left the Vancouver Island Ferry Company on Monday, said Xander Frances, director of marketing and sales. The company said Caddick stepped down after he had successfully led Hullo Ferries through its “start-up” phase. Ryan Dermody, who sits on the company board as a non-executive director, has been appointed as interim chief executive officer.
CEO of Hullo Ferries steps down, interim leader appointed

6 days ago | timescolonist.com | Michael John Lo

The man who oversaw the launch of the Hullo Ferries service between Nanaimo and Vancouver has stepped down. Former CEO Alistair Caddick left the Vancouver Island Ferry Company on Monday, said Xander Frances, director of marketing and sales. The company said Caddick stepped down after he had successfully led Hullo Ferries through its “start-up” phase. Ryan Dermody, who sits on the company board as a non-executive director, has been appointed as interim chief executive officer.
CEO of Hullo Ferries steps down, interim leader appointed

6 days ago | squamishchief.com | Michael John Lo

The man who oversaw the launch of the Hullo Ferries service between Nanaimo and Vancouver has stepped down. Former CEO Alistair Caddick left the Vancouver Island Ferry Company on Monday, said Xander Frances, director of marketing and sales. The company said Caddick stepped down after he had successfully led Hullo Ferries through its “start-up” phase. Ryan Dermody, who sits on the company board as a non-executive director, has been appointed as interim chief executive officer.