Author

Robyn Bell

Overdose Crisis

'Not properly cared for': independent review of UVic student's death identifies failures

Robyn Bell
Apr 3, 2025

The report makes 18 recommendations to improve the school's response to overdoses and prevent them from occurring

Immigration

Changes to immigration policies hurting Victoria restaurant workers

Robyn Bell
Mar 11, 2025

Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.

Events

International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025

Robyn Bell
Mar 7, 2025

Informative talks, storytelling nights, self-care events, craft workshops, and family-oriented festivities are happening this weekend.

Business

Buy Island: How to shop hyperlocal amid US tariffs

Robyn Bell
Mar 4, 2025

Find out where you can get food and household products from Island brands in Greater Victoria.

Indigenous

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

Robyn Bell
Feb 28, 2025

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

Books

Victoria children’s book publisher says censorship is on the rise

Robyn Bell
Feb 22, 2025

Orca Book Publishers are standing by their authors amid hate-fueled censorship.

Drugs

BC ends take-home safer supply amid concerns of drug diversion

Robyn Bell
Feb 20, 2025

Those who rely on the safer supply program will need to consume their prescription under supervision.

History

Royal Roads student maps Lekwungen names for Victoria’s landmarks

Robyn Bell
Feb 19, 2025

Melinda Quintero's thesis project challenges Victoria's current tourism approach.