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BC Ferries cancels sailings, adds others in Easter ship crunch
“We know this is not the level of service people expect from us,” said BC Ferries president Nicolas Jimenez.
Mark Brennae·Thursday, April 2, 2026·2 min
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Lack of regulations leaves humpback at risk despite BC Ferries slowdown, experts say
Starting June 1, the company will reduce speeds after one of its ships struck and killed a humpback whale in Wright Sound, just south of Prince Rupert, last year.
Sonal Gupta, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Thursday, May 7, 2026·8 min read
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After 2+ years, VicPD pulls traffic support from weekly Palestinian march—protesters vow to march on
Effective April 4, VicPD will no longer provide traffic control or related police resources for the street portion of the demonstration, the police service announced yesterday.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, March 24, 2026·4 min
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BC pauses $162M Malahat-widening project amid environmental concerns for Goldstream
Carl Olsen, who has spent more than three years protesting the project, says BC should consider alternative traffic-calming measures on the Malahat.
Robyn Bell·Friday, February 6, 2026·4 min
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Hundreds join protest to protect Goldstream from highway expansion
The demonstration was led by WSÁNEĆ leaders and environmental organizations who say the project will do more harm than good.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, October 21, 2025·7 min
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After 7 months, BC intervenes in Cowichan bus Strike
Union says bus drivers are often forced to skip washroom breaks to resume bus service on time, meaning they go up to three hours without a break.
Isaac Phan Nay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Tyee·Sunday, September 7, 2025·6 min
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BC Ferries CEO, two MPs to testify in federal review of $1B loan for Chinese-built vessels
CMI Weihai, a Chinese state-owned shipyard, was awarded the contract for four vessels after no Canadian companies submitted a bid.
Robyn Bell·Monday, July 7, 2025·3 min
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BC Ferries faces backlash for choosing China to build new ships
The company’s decision to award the construction of four new vessels to a Chinese state-owned shipyard has sparked fierce condemnation from political leaders and union representatives.
Dean Broughton·Wednesday, June 11, 2025·3 min
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Cowichan-Malahat-Langford candidates answer 8 questions about local issues
We asked the local contenders about housing, healthcare, transit, the US, the environment, and more
Cameron Welch·Wednesday, April 23, 2025·29 min
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Earth Day events happening in Greater Victoria
Remove invasive species, ride public transit for free, and learn about eco-recycling.
Amelia Acedo·Monday, April 21, 2025·3 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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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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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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Victoria says bike theft numbers are lowest since 2011
Bike valet, lock-borrowing program among initiatives keeping bikes safe.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Thursday, February 6, 2025·4 min
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BC NDP & Greens sign governance deal
Fairy Creek, intercity transit, health centres, and re-exploration of proportional rep are among new official priorities
Cameron Welch·Thursday, December 12, 2024·6 min
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BC Ferries CEO speaks of 'growing pains' and sees fare hikes in the distance
New ships, infrastructure needed and that's going to make it more expensive for passengers.
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Tuesday, November 26, 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
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Provincial party leaders square off in ‘civil’ and lone TV debate
'Foot traffic in [downtown] Victoria is down 60%. People don’t want to go downtown because they don’t feel safe. That’s not normal.' — John Rustad
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, October 8, 2024·4 min
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Mayor’s motion to provide space in parking lots for homeless voted down
The quashed motion to trade parking lot space for tax reductions prolongs the chess game for unhoused in Victoria
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Wednesday, September 4, 2024·8 min
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No changes expected at dangerous Saanich intersections
ICBC data shows Greater Victoria highway intersections have high crash rate
Mark Brennae & Cam Welch·Monday, July 15, 2024·4 min
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Old friend must fall to make room for revamped Centennial Square
Large sequoia growing off Douglas to be a casualty of City Hall plaza revitalization
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Sunday, July 7, 2024·4 min
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Feds urged to use emergency order to save endangered orcas
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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Denman Island resident calls for investigation into BC Ferries cable ferry
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