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Elephant seal birth caught on camera at Race Rocks
The ecological reserve off the coast of East Sooke is the northernmost rookery for the giant seals
Jolene Rudisuela·Sunday, January 22, 2023·4 min
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Victoria Francophone Society asking for help to secure permanent home
The non-profit hopes to create a one-stop shop for French services, programs, and culture
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, January 16, 2023·3 min
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Victoria has the largest gap between births and deaths in Canada
Families are moving to cheaper parts of the Island in search of affordable housing
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, January 11, 2023·4 min
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Extinction Rebellion Vancouver Island ‘not ramping down’ as disruptive UK protests called off
Howard Breen, who has been arrested more than 40 times for his activism, says the local group won’t be backing down on disruptive acts
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, January 9, 2023·5 min
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Nicky MacKenzie brings her own blend of R&B and pop to Capital Daily Festival
The 22-year-old singer-songwriter from Salt Spring Island is making a name for herself in BC
Jolene Rudisuela·Saturday, January 7, 2023·3 min
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From small shakes to tangible tremors, BC’s earthquakes are helping scientists prepare for the big one
Around 2,500 earthquakes happened in BC in 2022
Jolene Rudisuela·Thursday, January 5, 2023·6 min
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North Saanich wins injunction against property owner with multiple illegal suites
The owner says the suites are providing crucial affordable housing
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, December 19, 2022·2 min
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With more snow in the forecast, BC Transit braces for possible delays
Routes with steep roads the first to see detours or cancellations
Jolene Rudisuela·Sunday, December 18, 2022·2 min
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Humpback comeback: Record number of humpback whales spotted in Salish Sea this year
At least 396 separate humpback whales spent time in the waters near Vancouver Island in 2022
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, December 14, 2022·3 min
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North Saanich development protest highlights ALR frustrations
Only half of land zoned for agriculture is being used for food production. Some say the ALR regulations are to blame
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, December 12, 2022·7 min
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New 20-storey affordable and supportive housing project pitched for Pandora
BC Housing’s proposal is the first to go through Victoria’s new affordable housing bylaw
Jolene Rudisuela·Sunday, December 11, 2022·2 min
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Victoria non-profit rallies in Ottawa for better access to psilocybin
TheraPsil’s CEO says exemptions for the psychoactive substance are too hard to get and rules are inconsistent
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, November 30, 2022·3 min
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Workers' rights advocacy group calls for increased funding for Employment Standards Branch
Underfunding leads to long wait times for wronged workers seeking compensation, group says
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, November 28, 2022·3 min
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More internationally trained doctors to practice in BC with new measures
Measures include tripling spots in licensing program and making it easier for US-trained doctors to practice in BC
Jolene Rudisuela·Saturday, November 26, 2022·3 min
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UVic’s first satellite launch delayed by stormy weather
Project four years in the making will help telescopes measure the brightness of stars with greater accuracy
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, November 23, 2022·4 min
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Premier unveils plan to curb violent repeat offenders, add mental health teams
Announcement includes 10 new PACTs, changes to bail policy
Jolene Rudisuela·Sunday, November 20, 2022·3 min
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Living wage jumps 20% in Greater Victoria, surpassing Vancouver
Expenses are rising with food prices seeing the most dramatic increase
Jolene Rudisuela·Wednesday, November 16, 2022·4 min
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Flu cases increasing in Island Health, but no alarm bells yet
Greater Victoria teachers are bracing for more illness in the coming weeks
Jolene Rudisuela·Tuesday, November 15, 2022·3 min
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Environmental sustainability gets a passing grade in Vital Signs report, but there’s still lots of room for improvement
From transportation solutions to reducing waste, climate policies are top of mind in Greater Victoria
Jolene Rudisuela·Monday, November 14, 2022·7 min
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Victoria gamers, entertainers play the world’s most boring game for charity
Started in a Victoria basement, Desert Bus for Hope has become the world’s longest running internet-based fundraiser
Jolene Rudisuela·Friday, November 11, 2022·4 min
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Evicted to make way for a new development, low-income seniors face finding a new home
Housing providers weigh how to build more units on land already occupied by residents
Jolene Rudisuela·Sunday, November 6, 2022·10 min
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After rainfall, Goldstream salmon run shaping up to be better than expected
Chum salmon have been heading upstream in large numbers as river level rises
Jolene Rudisuela·Tuesday, November 1, 2022·4 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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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