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Natural ‘carbon sinks’ not enough to achieve net-zero emissions targets
A new study says countries have been wrongly relying on forests and wetlands to appear closer to achieving emissions targets
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, November 19, 2024·5 min
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Growing together: Learning Through Loss gives Victoria youth the tools to cope with grief
Any form of grief can be an isolating and difficult experience—fortunately, no one has to go through it alone
Eva Rasciauskas·Tuesday, November 19, 2024·3 min
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Cabinet ministers sworn in at Government House
New ministers will have big shoes to fill and big problems to address right out of the gate
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Sunday, November 17, 2024·4 min
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UVic to preserve largest archival collection on transgender history
The school received $400K+ in funding to digitize 512 video and audio documents
Robyn Bell·Sunday, November 17, 2024·2 min
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How a river became a person—with help from UVic environmental lawyers
Peruvian-Canadian doc that helped shape key Amazon case screens Nov. 18 at Cinecenta
Mark Brennae·Saturday, November 16, 2024·6 min
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Quadratic Sound working with city to fix zoning issues that led to events shutdown
The city is liaising with bylaw and fire to determine if events can be reinstated at the multi-purpose music space.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, November 14, 2024·4 min
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Winners of 2024 Ecostar Awards announced
All 15 winners have contributed to making Vancouver Island a greener, more sustainable place to live and travel.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, November 14, 2024·4 min
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Unhoused downtown: 'What do we do with our stuff?'
First their tents went, then a storage spot for their belongings got shut down.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Wednesday, November 13, 2024·4 min
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WSÁNEĆ chiefs call for immediate moratorium on commercial herring fishing in the Salish Sea
The chiefs have called on a moratorium for years, saying fish populations need time to recover
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, November 12, 2024·3 min
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New and returning MLAs sworn in at the BC Legislature
For the first time, the BC legislature has a majority of women MLAs
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Tuesday, November 12, 2024·4 min
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Former premier John Horgan dies of cancer at 65
Horgan passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital yesterday morning surrounded by family, friends, and love in his final days.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, November 12, 2024·4 min
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Quadratic Sound cancels all events as zoning issues shut down venue
The Rock Bay venue is the third to end programming this year as Victoria's music scene struggles.
Robyn Bell·Monday, November 11, 2024·2 min
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Ships off the Westshore still have no port to go to: feds force workers back to the docks
A dock foreman strike in Vancouver means laden shipping vessels are parked in the Strait of Juan de Fuca.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, November 11, 2024·6 min
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Victoria council to ask Saanich for extreme weather shelter support
Victoria wants to avoid being the extreme weather shelter hub again this winter.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Friday, November 8, 2024·5 min
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More work to be done on Saanich climate action plan
In her overall assessment of the district's climate results, Saanich Manager of Sustainability Rebecca Newlove was blunt: “We’re not on track.”
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Wednesday, November 6, 2024·4 min
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2024 Remembrance Day events in Greater Victoria
From Victoria to the Westshore, there are several ways to honour veterans this year
Amelia Acedo·Wednesday, November 6, 2024·4 min
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Greater Victoria needs more hotels and a bolder vision of the Inner Harbour, says tourist bureau
On Tuesday, Destination Greater Victoria (DGV) unveiled its 2025-2035 master plan, outlining its vision, goals, and what needs to be done to sustain the development of the region’s visitor economy over the next 10 years.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, November 5, 2024·5 min
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Aging infrastructure a concern as Victoria releases its draft financial plan
Victoria's draft financial plan reveals anticipated utility fee increases due to aging infrastructure and rising costs.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, November 4, 2024·6 min
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How BC will be directly impacted by a Trump presidency
A sector-by-sector analysis shows how the president-elect could steer the region from the status quo
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, November 4, 2024·9 min
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Group moving to bring Syrian refugee family to Victoria
“For my brother's family, moving to an affluent country like Canada would mean more than just a change of address, it represents a lifeline and a chance for them to build a safer and more stable life,” Sasha Dani tells Capital Daily.
Mark Brennae·Thursday, October 31, 2024·3 min
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Where to see the fall colours in Greater Victoria
As the seasons change, check out these colourful destinations for your next fall stroll
Robyn Bell·Thursday, October 31, 2024·3 min
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We've got gas! James Bay gas station to reopen after 7 years
“Since 2017, this despicable eyesore has been stalled on a main artery in our beautiful community,” the petition begins.
Mark Brennae·Monday, October 28, 2024·4 min
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Halloween events in Greater Victoria 2024
Thursday is jam-packed with trick-or-treating events, late-night dancing, and plenty spooky fun
Amelia Acedo & Robyn Bell·Monday, October 28, 2024·4 min
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Saanich approves $21M Road Safety Action Plan
The plan prioritizes 20 high-crash intersections for improvements
Robyn Bell·Sunday, October 27, 2024·2 min