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Emily Vance

Emily Vance is an award-winning journalist based in Victoria, BC. She is a graduate of BCIT’s Broadcast and Online Journalism program, and holds a B.A. in International Relations from UBC.

Housing

Tensions mount in Victoria's parks as the end of 24/7 sheltering arrives

By Emily Vance
May 2, 2021

Temporary shelters are being rejected by some campers despite investments to move everyone indoors

Canadian Armed Forces

The local economic impact of Canada’s Pacific Fleet

By Emily Vance
May 2, 2021

As Greater Victoria’s third-largest employer, the base is a major driver of the region’s economy.

Navy

Behind the uniform: the people and families of CFB Esquimalt

By Emily Vance
May 2, 2021

A closer look at some of the people who staff the Pacific Fleet

Navy

How Canada’s Pacific Fleet shaped Greater Victoria over two centuries

By Emily Vance
May 1, 2021

It’s difficult to imagine how Greater Victoria may have looked had a naval base never been established in Esquimalt Harbour