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The CRD quotes the Lifesaving Society's estimate that it could cost approximately $270K per beach to staff lifeguards from May through September or $1.35M for lifeguards on the region’s five busiest beaches.
Mark Brennae·Wednesday, June 26, 2024·5 min

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A controversial conference challenges the rainbow nation during Pride Month.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Wednesday, June 26, 2024·6 min

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A BC Civil Liberties Association spokesperson calls the incidents concerning.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, June 25, 2024·5 min

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Riot Grrrls Productions brought campy theatre into the wrestling ring Sunday
Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 23, 2024·3 min

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Residents of James Bay are advocating for the completion of a long-delayed gas station renovation, citing inconvenience and safety concerns.
Mark Brennae·Sunday, June 23, 2024·4 min

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A coalition of environmental organizations is urging the Canadian government to implement emergency measures to protect endangered southern resident killer whales amidst rising oil tanker traffic due to the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion.
Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Friday, June 21, 2024·5 min

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28 studio apartments will be dedicated to those looking for a fresh start after leaving a correctional institution.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, June 18, 2024·2 min

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From counselling services to cultural workshops, the Island Metis Family & Community Services Society is an invaluable resource for people of all ages
Eva Rasciauskas·Tuesday, June 18, 2024·3 min

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Chris Atchison, the BCAA president, called the removal of Contract A “the most significant violation of public-sector procurement processes that the construction industry has seen to date."
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, June 17, 2024·4 min

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A kelp nursery in Bamfield could be growing the next Salish Sea kelp forest
Robyn Bell·Monday, June 17, 2024·2 min

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First excused as growing pains, residents say there are no more excuses for the ferry’s unreliable service.
Madeline Dunnett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Discourse·Monday, June 17, 2024·7 min

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The Union of BC Municipalities will bring the debate on UBI to its annual general meeting with the support of Victoria city councillors.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Sunday, June 16, 2024·5 min

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Scientists predict one large, long-lasting quake will hit the South Island, while multiple smaller quakes are expected in Oregon and Northern California.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, June 13, 2024·7 min

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Mayor Marianne Alto lamented not approving pool construction six years ago when it would have cost one-third the price. “If we had, we would be swimming in the pool by now,” she said.
Mark Brennae·Wednesday, June 12, 2024·6 min

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The District 2030 Network allows developers to accelerate sustainability
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Tuesday, June 11, 2024·4 min

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Two-thirds (65.9%) of survey respondents said they saw “some” or “significant” increase in the impact street crime is having on their business.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, June 11, 2024·4 min

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Competing for space on regional trails, e-bike user numbers are on the rise.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Tuesday, June 11, 2024·3 min
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UVic researchers are figuring out where Canada's greatest ocean carbon reserves are.
Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Tuesday, June 11, 2024·3 min
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The swimmers, who each live with an intellectual or physical disability, will swim in 10C waters—without wetsuits.
Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 9, 2024·3 min

🏛️Events
Diversity in genre, sound, and generation is key to this year's lineup.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, June 6, 2024·4 min

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Disruptions at Lafarge over years hindered tackling mounting biosolids
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Thursday, June 6, 2024·17 min

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The From Review to Action plan is a lacklustre effort that fails to include any new steps, specific details, or deadlines, the Sierra Club says
Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Wednesday, June 5, 2024·5 min

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UVic researcher Ashley Berard's work focuses on the connection between natural disasters and trauma
Matteo Cimellaro, Local Journalism Initiative, National Observer·Tuesday, June 4, 2024·3 min

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Sanctuary zones, fishing bans, and speed reductions all part of Monday's announcement.
Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 2, 2024·2 min