Contribute
Your island.
Your voice.
We welcome reports from local non-profit organizations, obituaries, expressions of appreciation, and special notices. Published free of charge.
Submit to Pender PostWhat you can submit
What you can submit.
Community reports
News from local non-profit organizations.
Obituaries
Remembering members of our community.
Appreciation & notices
Thank-you messages and special announcements.
Calendar listings
Community events and local fundraisers.
How to Submit
Email Your Submission
Send all reports, announcements, and calendar listings to our Production Manager at [email protected].
Paste text and photos into body of email or attach MS Word (.doc) or text (.txt) file to message.
Prepare your submission.
Follow these guidelines to help us publish your news, photographs or event information.
Formatting Guidelines
- Don’t use all uppercase letters, bold, or italics.
- No acronyms or abbreviations.
- Time Format: 1 pm (not 1:00 pm, 1:00 p.m., or 1:00 P.M.).
- Author’s name must be included at the end of the article.
- Limit use of exclamation points to one or two per report.
Submitting Photos
Include photos of the people, places or events in your report.
- We prefer photos (in PDF, JPG, PNG, or PSD format) to be attached to an email message, but they can be included in the body of the message if necessary.
- Submit colour photos as they will also be published in our online edition.
- Minimum resolution: 200 dpi for quality printing.
- Include a caption and photo credit with each image.
For large files: If your photo exceeds email size limits, contact [email protected] to arrange an alternative submission method.
Calendar Listings
Community event listings are free for:
- Non-commercial events
- Fundraising events hosted by registered Pender Island non-profits
How to Submit:
- Include event title, date, and time.
- If you are also submitting a report, place your calendar entry at the top for easy reference.
Editorial & privacy policies
Editorial Policy
- All submissions may be edited for clarity, length, spelling, and grammar.
- The Pender Post does not endorse opinions expressed in submitted articles. Views are those of the authors and do not reflect the stance of the Editor, Editorial Board, or the Pender Post Society’s Board of Directors.
Privacy & Personal Information Policy
- Submissions must comply with BC’s Personal Information Protection Act.
- Any advertising or content containing personal information must have the explicit consent of the individuals mentioned.
- The Pender Post does not share or distribute subscriber information with any group or organization.
- We reserve the right to decline any content deemed potentially harmful to an individual or group.
Have a question?
For any questions or further assistance, please email [email protected].
