Editorials

EDITORIAL: The kids are more than alright

The late Whitney Houston may have been well ahead of her time when she said, “children are our future, teach them well and let them lead the way.”

Mar 21, 2018 4:48 PM Read more >

EDITORIAL: New public safety building combo makes sense for Victoria

Victoria Fire Department deserves a new No. 1 hall after 50-plus years

Mar 20, 2018 10:30 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Lowered voting age only a matter of time

The B.C. Green Party leader has reignited an age-old question in the B.C. Legislature. Andrew Weaver introduced a private member’s bill last week to lower the provincial voting age to 16.

Mar 17, 2018 10:30 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Indigenous identity a right, not a privilege

In the past few weeks, the News has brought readers two stories about exciting opportunities for our local First Nations communities.

Mar 15, 2018 2:00 PM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Project planning a balancing act for councils

Neighbourhood input can sometimes derail good projects

Mar 6, 2018 6:30 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Fiction and falsehoods a political reality

If there was previously any doubt, British Columbians have certainly now found out that political promises are about as believable as that email you received from the Nigerian prince wishing to deposit millions into your bank account.

Mar 2, 2018 12:00 PM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Budget Band-Aids to boost the news

Feds announced $50-million investment in local journalism, but is it the right solution?

Mar 1, 2018 1:02 PM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Fight bullying every day

Pink Shirt Day is Feb. 28

Feb 25, 2018 7:30 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: More direct action needed to reduce domestic violence

Commitment of resources by Victoria police a good start, but more can be done

Feb 19, 2018 10:30 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Black History Month offers an opportunity to learn

Greater Victoria residents encouraged to ask questions as a way to better understanding

Jan 31, 2018 6:00 AM Read more >