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UVic won't host regional advance poll for civic elections

Though many UVic students live on campus or in the surrounding Saanich communities, a lot commute from Victoria and Oak Bay on a daily basis, Sherlock said. Having an advance poll on campus where students living in any of these municipalities could vote would allow for better political engagement.
Federal government examines floatplane concerns

Federal government examines floatplane concerns

Transport Canada, which regulates the Inner Harbour aerodrome, will re-establish a residents’ committee on the topic, with the City of Victoria's participation.
Loaded-down van reeking of pot attracts police cruiser's attention

Loaded-down van reeking of pot attracts police cruiser's attention

The officer stopped the vehicle, described as emitting an "overwhelming" smell of marijuana. Looking into the rear of the van, he saw black garbage bags stacked to the roof inside.
Thousands take part in Run for the Cure

Thousands take part in Run for the Cure

CIBC's Run For the Cure in Victoria drew about 4,500 people Sunday running in groups or with friends to raise money for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. The event is the largest single-day, volunteer-led event in Canada supporting the cure for breast cancer. The Victoria run took place in Saanich in and around the University of Victoria.

Strata infighting under review

overnment proposes new dispute-resolution tribunal
Cities call on Hydro to freeze smart meter push

Cities call on Hydro to freeze smart meter push

UBCM votes 55 per cent for moratorium on wireless meter rollout

Premier, coastal leaders plan ferry improvements

The leaders of eleven coastal regional districts and the Islands Trust – together representing 70% of the British Columbian population – met with Premier Clark on Tuesday to continue their work to improve the coastal ferry service

Duncan to Victoria commuter rail plan mulled

B.C. Transit sites many barriers, but Island Corridor Foundation pleads patience
Cyclist soldiers on in Canadian tour

Cyclist soldiers on in Canadian tour

On April 29, Everitt, 28, originally from Grimsby, U.K., climbed aboard his homemade four-wheeled, two-seater 272-kilogram bikecar in Halifax he had shipped from his native England with the goal of riding to Victoria.

Rail bridge assessment begins

Results to determine further investment from province, feds