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‘A step in the right direction’: BC announces new payment model for family doctors
Even opposition party leaders have positive things to say about the move, but raised questions about implementation
Brishti Basu·Monday, October 31, 2022·5 min
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New local program aims to encourage sustainable ocean innovation
The COAST Venture Acceleration Program will connect entrepreneurs with mentorship and resources
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, October 31, 2022·2 min
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Victoria teen dies of suspected overdose
The family of an 18-year-old suspected to have died of a drug overdose on Thursday is calling for changes to policies and treatment options
Nina Grossman·Saturday, October 29, 2022·2 min
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Rat poison permanently restricted in BC
Rodenticide has unintended risks to wildlife that eat rats and mice
Nina Grossman·Friday, October 28, 2022·2 min
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‘I believe Victoria is a city and that’s a good thing’: Alto aims for transformation with intent
Long-serving councillor has an ambitious vision for Victoria as well as an eye for moderation
Shannon Waters·Friday, October 28, 2022·6 min
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Ethnic diversity on the upswing in Victoria but still below BC levels
BC has highest non-religious population among provinces
Shannon Waters·Thursday, October 27, 2022·3 min
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Meet Nina Grossman, Capital Daily’s new senior newsletter editor
Nina chats about journalism, newsletters, and favourite spots in Victoria
Jolene Rudisuela·Thursday, October 27, 2022·4 min
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Second pedestrian hospitalized by driver this week in crosswalk
The Quadra Street collision sparked another protest on Friday
Michael John Lo·Thursday, October 27, 2022·2 min
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Island teachers, parents report high absences, illnesses amid lack of public health data
Around 20% of an Island elementary school is absent every day due to illness, according to its principal
Brishti Basu·Thursday, October 27, 2022·5 min
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Legion Manor Victoria celebrates 50 years of providing affordable living for seniors
In an era of sky-high rents and an ever-rising cost of living, the Central Saanich seniors home provides a haven for 55+ veterans and others
Emily Vance·Thursday, October 27, 2022·4 min
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As the election drew to a close, a Langford campaign scrambled for answers on election rules
A mire of conflicting jurisdictions and confusing answers from authorities point to a gap in elections law enforcement
Shannon Waters·Wednesday, October 26, 2022·5 min
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As storm season arrives, prepare for power outages, BC Hydro warns
Fire ban ending on Friday amidst rainfall
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, October 26, 2022·3 min
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Greater Victorians struggle to book flu shots as pharmacies wait for supply
Lack of available appointments, glitchy system hinder vaccine rollout
Jolene Rudisuela·Tuesday, October 25, 2022·4 min
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Saanich protesters demand better street safety after a child was hit in a crosswalk
Mayor-elect Dean Murdock says changes are coming, while a passing motorist shouted obscenities at the protesters
Michael John Lo·Tuesday, October 25, 2022·7 min
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Vancouver Island Regional Library working on new strategic plan with focus on inclusivity, safety
New regional library strategic plan in the works for 2023
Michael John Lo·Tuesday, October 25, 2022·3 min
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Trial Islands and Fort Rodd Hill designed as Key Biodiversity Areas
Fort Rodd Hill, Trial Islands, and the Tofino Mudflats are critical areas for rare and threatened animals and ecosystems
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, October 24, 2022·4 min
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‘Did not see the uniform’: Homeless man to receive award for helping injured VicPD officer
Sandy Fisher does not have many reasons to trust police, but that didn’t stop him from helping an officer in need
Brishti Basu·Monday, October 24, 2022·3 min
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Emails show Dr. Bonnie Henry knew of concerns over BC’s COVID-19 data and school exposures while publicly downplaying them
During what officials called a ‘daunting’ spike in school exposures, the provincial health officer maintained that spring break drove infections, not in-school transmission
Brishti Basu & Srushti Gangdev·Sunday, October 23, 2022·12 min
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Former Oak Bay High student launches civil claim against former soccer coach over sexual grooming and exploitation
The civil claim alleges that others at the school knew about the sexual relationship, but did nothing to stop it
Jolene Rudisuela·Friday, October 21, 2022·4 min
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Halloween bonfires across Greater Victoria cancelled with only North Saanich and Colwood still holding out for rain
With wet weather in the forecast for the coming days, there may still be hope
Michael John Lo·Thursday, October 20, 2022·2 min
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How one Victoria man’s journey with a rare cancer inspired him to help others battle the disease
When Nigel Deacon was diagnosed with ocular melanoma in 2010, he couldn’t find anyone else with the same diagnosis. Now, he’s helped create an organization that links patients across the country.
Emily Vance·Thursday, October 20, 2022·5 min
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Neighbourhood by neighbourhood, how the municipal election played out
Alto defeated Andrew in every voting opportunity, while in Langford, advance voting favoured Young
Shannon Waters·Thursday, October 20, 2022·3 min
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‘One tough broad’: Victoria unhoused community mourns homicide victim
Stephanie Elk, also known as Medusa, was killed on Wednesday
Brishti Basu·Thursday, October 20, 2022·2 min
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UVic-led project could turn carbon dioxide into rock in 25 years
Solid Carbon is planning to demonstrate the technology off the coast of Vancouver Island
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, October 19, 2022·3 min