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New government must act swiftly on childcare and housing

New government must act swiftly on childcare and housing

Many people have been asking me what my hopes are for our new government of British Columbia. They’re very simple: I’d like them to do everything they said they’d do. And I’d like them to do these things as quickly as possible particularly with regard to childcare and affordable housing.
Oak Bay police respond to flagger safety concerns

Oak Bay police respond to flagger safety concerns

Summer heat means an opportune time to get work done, on buildings and infrastructure.
Mount Edward supportive housing plan right for Victoria

Mount Edward supportive housing plan right for Victoria

Despite housing a larger number than currently on site, this proposal makes sense
The first 60 days: MLA Adam Olsen looks ahead

The first 60 days: MLA Adam Olsen looks ahead

For months, our team of volunteer canvassers knocked on doors across Saanich North and the Islands. The Greens had teams across the province. Day in and day out, we heard from voters that there was an overwhelming desire for change.
OPINION: New era for editor in new-look Victoria

OPINION: New era for editor in new-look Victoria

Changes for the better, says Black Press veteran Don Descoteau
PETER DOLEZAL: Making the move to renwable energy

PETER DOLEZAL: Making the move to renwable energy

Many of us are not fully aware of the significant progress Canada has made in its use of renewable energy. The latest statistics show that in total, about 17.7 per cent of our energy supply comes from renewable sources. This puts us ahead of the 14 per cent average-share world-wide.
EDITORIAL: Simple message says it all

EDITORIAL: Simple message says it all

Cards from schoolchildren plastered on fire department vehicle express sentiments most British Columians are feeling
EDITORIAL: Esquimalt continues to make waves

EDITORIAL: Esquimalt continues to make waves

Community working hard to transform itself into a welcoming place of opportunities
Change of course needed for ICBC

Change of course needed for ICBC

It’s time the provincial government looked at ending the monopoly on automobile insurance
Renewable energies gaining ground on fossil fuels

Renewable energies gaining ground on fossil fuels

World of electrical power generation is rapidly changing, reader writes