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New reports offer roadmap to repatriation of Indigenous artifacts in BC and beyond
Roughly 100K artifacts stolen from BC First Nations are in institutions around the world—including 2,500 human remains.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, July 3, 2025·4 min
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Orcas sharing prey with humans may be their way of learning about us
Scientists studied two decades of interactions where orcas appeared to share food with people.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, July 3, 2025·5 min
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Events happening in Greater Victoria this July
Markets, car shows, and festivals galore are happening around town this month.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, July 1, 2025·4 min
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Canada Day Events Happening in Greater Victoria
Enjoy Canadian fun in Victoria, Langford, Sooke, Sidney, and Saanich.
Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 29, 2025·2 min
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BC Housing denies expansion of Saanich shelter, despite saying it would earmark funding for it
Victoria Native Friendship Centre was told money would be set aside to double shelter capacity, but BC Housing says the application was filed wrong.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, June 17, 2025·3 min
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Victoria unveils new community safety plan
The draft plan, which includes 95 recommendations, will be reviewed by city council on Thursday
Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 15, 2025·4 min
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Victoria mayor apologizes for Dowler Place rollout
Mayor Alto says the access hub has helped 75 people so far, but North Park residents previously criticized the lack community engagement
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, June 11, 2025·4 min
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UVic study: understanding kelp forests could be key to Canada's net-zero emissions goal
Early research suggests Canada's kelp forests can capture a combined 40K-400K tonnes of carbon each year.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, June 5, 2025·4 min
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BC’s gender pay gap is shrinking, but still one of the largest in Canada
The province had the fourth-highest gender pay gap in Canada
Robyn Bell·Monday, June 2, 2025·2 min
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Local leaders voice opposition to BC’s proposed infrastructure act
South Island mayors, First Nation chiefs, and MLAs have said the bill could allow new projects to skip environmental and Indigenous consultations.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, May 27, 2025·4 min
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Province orders Oak Bay to change bylaws to meet housing targets
The municipality is one of two in BC to be called out by the housing minister for slow progress.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, May 21, 2025·3 min
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Key findings from inquest into UVic student’s on-campus death
The inquest finished this week, with the jury making 10 recommendations to prevent similar deaths.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, May 15, 2025·8 min
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Plant sales happening in Greater Victoria this month
Get started on your garden with native species, edible plants, and a variety of flowers and herbs.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 30, 2025·2 min
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Report: BC will not hit its climate targets by 2030
The province is on track to reduce emissions by only 20% by 2030, rather than the promised 40%.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, April 29, 2025·3 min
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Bubble burst: Victoria man creating ‘bubble safety plan’ to avoid ban from parades
Dave Wilson, known as That Bubble Guy, needs 15 volunteers and a solid safety plan in order to share his large-scale bubbles with parade attendees
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, April 22, 2025·2 min
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Saanich-Gulf Islands candidates answer key questions ahead of federal election
Housing, affordability, health, and public safety are top concerns for the riding.
Robyn Bell·Monday, April 21, 2025·22 min
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Old-growth forest protections could save BC billions, study determines
A new study looks at the economic benefits of protecting forests in Prince George and the Okanagan Valley—much like Port Renfew, saving old-growth can save some serious dough.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, April 17, 2025·3 min
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Oldest Chinese temple in Canada vying for top heritage prize
Volunteers at Tam Kung Temple in Victoria have big plans for the future and hope a National Trust contest will help fund them.
Robyn Bell·Monday, April 14, 2025·7 min
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Looking back on nearly a decade of the toxic drug crisis in BC
It's been nine years since the provincial health emergency was declared and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight.
Robyn Bell·Monday, April 14, 2025·4 min
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Federal election 2025: Saanich-Gulf Islands riding
Elizabeth May is looking to secure her seat again, with three others vying for the spot.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 9, 2025·4 min
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'Not properly cared for': independent review of UVic student's death identifies failures
The report makes 18 recommendations to improve the school's response to overdoses and prevent them from occurring
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 2, 2025·7 min
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Changes to immigration policies hurting Victoria restaurant workers
Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 10, 2025·8 min
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International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025
Informative talks, storytelling nights, self-care events, craft workshops, and family-oriented festivities are happening this weekend.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, March 6, 2025·2 min
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Buy Island: How to shop hyperlocal amid US tariffs
Find out where you can get food and household products from Island brands in Greater Victoria.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 3, 2025·2 min