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B.C. drug advocates cautiously optimistic about decriminalization

But there remains concerns about how possession will be enforced

Jan 30, 2023 4:53 PM Read more >

‘Unviable’: Saanich developer won’t slash project’s density in half like residents want

Saanich council recessed Jan. 24 public hearing to allow for further public input

Jan 30, 2023 4:40 PM Read more >

In the American West, pressure mounts to count water lost to evaporation

As jurisdictions battle for their share, 10% loss on the Colorado can no longer be ignored

Jan 30, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

WHO decided the COVID-19 global emergency isn’t over. What happens next?

In the past 8 weeks, at least 170,000 people have died around the world in connection with the virus

Jan 30, 2023 4:30 PM Read more >

Government says there is no need for every toxic chemical to have a pollution plan

Green party proposal for environmental bill amendment voted down

Jan 30, 2023 4:27 PM Read more >

Two Greater Victoria provincial parks up for consideration during treaty negotiations

Sooke Mountain, Discovery Island provincial parks now being considered for inclusion

Jan 30, 2023 3:15 PM Read more >

VIDEO: The ancient skill of archery thrives in northeastern India

The skill is part of a traditional rite for Indigenous people in Meghalaya

Jan 30, 2023 2:30 PM Read more >

Vancouver Island youth soccer racial abuse prompts quick action

South Island soccer organizations take steps to eliminate all forms of abuse

Jan 30, 2023 1:49 PM Read more >

Cold weather shelters open in Victoria Monday night amid freezing conditions

Shelter and warming spaces available

Jan 30, 2023 12:20 PM Read more >

Axe-wielding man smashes bank windows in downtown Kelowna

‘These types of unprovoked attacks on our local businesses are concerning to the RCMP’

Jan 30, 2023 12:15 PM Read more >