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Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative

Policing

Consequential questions remain about the potential revival of the SPLO program in SD61

The debate continues as to whether—and how—the school police liaison officer program might continue

Politics

CRD pressed to come to a long-term solution for biosolids management

A resounding bio-solids management solution continues to evade the CRD leading up to provincial deadline.

Homelessness

Plan to end sheltering in all Victoria Parks set in motion

City councilors pass a motion that would see encampments removed from Vic West and Irving parks by Aug 1.

Crime

Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce Community Safety Panel timely after a spate of stabbings

Collaboration across sectors is the only way to solve complex and converging crises.

Politics

Missing middle housing initiative catalyst for demolition of Fairfield heritage house

Some residents hoping unique stone landmark can be saved from developer’s plans

Derelict boats

Saving 'Pirate' Ryan

Multiple jurisdictions now involved in getting damaged boat off of Gonzales beach

Legal

Attorney general motion puts democracy on trial

The government argues consolidation will enhance public confidence and access to justice. Critics question whether it prioritizes public interest over government control.

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Cost reduction, not waste reduction, focus of CRD waste management

Municipalities in the region differ in their approach to waste management