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Hand-drawn panorama of Victoria's Inner Harbour — lighthouse and cherry blossom on the left, a ferry on the water, Parliament and the park on the right.
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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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Federal election 2025: Victoria riding

Incumbent Laurel Collins is looking for a third successive term

Mark Brennae·Tuesday, April 8, 2025·5 min

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This week in Greater Victoria: April 7 to 13 events

Cow paintings, Easter bunny visits, grilled cheeses, Taylor Swift tributes, trivia, Filipino culture, cocktails, and much more!

Amelia Acedo & Robyn Bell·Friday, April 4, 2025·7 min

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These are the candidates running in the Esquimalt byelection this Saturday

Eight candidates are vying for the seat, exceeding the number of hopefuls in the 2022 election.

Cam Welch & Robyn Bell·Friday, April 4, 2025·2 min

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The West Coast's tidal swamps are supercharged carbon sinks

Researchers along North America's West Coast, including Vancouver Island, say the swamps provide "high carbon bang for your buck."

Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Friday, April 4, 2025·3 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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Oak Bay townhouse proposal perturbs some in the neighbourhood

A community open house has been scheduled for April 15, from 6pm to 8pm at the Oak Bay United Church.

Mark Brennae·Wednesday, April 2, 2025·5 min

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Indigenous people once roamed Island mountains on foot—and marmots were key to their survival

Marmot bones and charcoal found in remote alpine caves have distinct human markings dating back 2,400 years.

Madeline Dunnett, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Discourse·Monday, March 31, 2025·11 min

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Victoria Uber workers could be first in Canada to unionize

More than 500 drivers signed union cards before UFCW applied for certification on March 10.

Isaac Phan Nay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Tyee·Friday, March 28, 2025·3 min

🏛️Features

Your photos of the double rainbow

A striking sky captivates locals around the region last Friday

Capital Daily readers·Monday, March 24, 2025·2 min

🏛️News

Story Studio wants children to foster deeper connections by writing and sharing their stories

This award-winning charity inspires youth to be great storytellers through writing workshops for all ages

Eva Rasciauskas·Sunday, March 23, 2025·3 min

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Island's first long-term recovery centre for women opens in View Royal

New centre means locals won't have to leave family and community

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Sunday, March 23, 2025·6 min

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Clock running on municipal budget decisions around E-Comm

Many municipalities have decided to accept the costs and have already integrated them into their budgets. Others, such as Sooke, are still deliberating.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Thursday, March 20, 2025·5 min

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Alliance to End Homelessness unveils strategic plan to achieve ‘functional zero’ by 2030

The Built for Zero initiative has become a national movement that encourages communities to work together toward ending homelessness through measurable and timebound goals.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, March 17, 2025·5 min

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Victoria bylaw amendments offer strategies for dealing with the homeless crisis

A city staff report alleges people experiencing homelessness have been transferred to Victoria parks after being released from hospital care or custody in neighbouring municipalities.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Thursday, March 13, 2025·7 min

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British Columbians drinking less booze: UVic study

According to the findings of a UVic study, residents are drinking less alcohol than in previous years.

Mark Brennae·Tuesday, March 11, 2025·3 min

🏛️Explainer

St. Patrick's Day events in Greater Victoria

Don’t forget to wear green

Amelia Acedo·Tuesday, March 11, 2025·3 min

🏛️News

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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BC Ferries considers connecting to DOGE Captain Elon Musk’s satellites

BC Ferries is looking to bring connectivity back to its vessels, first for crew and then for passengers.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, March 10, 2025·5 min

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Esquimalt rejects additional funding request for officers it says it doesn’t need

Esquimalt points to VicPD Community Safety Report Card that tells the story of diverging policing realities.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Thursday, March 6, 2025·5 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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Provincial budget looks to hold the line in the face of trade war with the US

Premier David Eby says the silver lining of the tariffs is "a sense of solidarity among Canadians."

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Tuesday, March 4, 2025·12 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

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BC, Canada, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nation commit to a new 'shared understanding' of treaties

The federal and provincial governments say they will rely on UNDRIP to guide a new perspective on the treaties.

Robyn Bell·Thursday, February 27, 2025·3 min
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