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Share your vision of Greater Victoria’s future with the Vital Signs survey
Take part in the region’s annual checkup and enter the draw to win a $100 gift card to Country Grocer
Lubna El Elaimy·Monday, April 14, 2025·2 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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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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Federal election 2025: Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke riding
8 candidates are vying for the riding long held by now-retired Randall Garrison
Cameron Welch·Saturday, April 12, 2025·4 min
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Federal election 2025: Cowichan-Malahat-Langford riding
This decade-old riding mixes fast-growing Langford with the large Cowichan Valley
Cameron Welch·Friday, April 11, 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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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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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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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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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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'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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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
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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
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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
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St. Patrick's Day events in Greater Victoria
Don’t forget to wear green
Amelia Acedo·Tuesday, March 11, 2025·3 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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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