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Emily Fagan

Emily Fagan is a Victoria-based freelance journalist passionate about reporting on social issues and politics. You can find her work in Vice, the CBC, and the Tyee, or follow her on Twitter @thatemfagan.

Sports

RAD Recreation Adapted Society helps BC disabled people reach new heights in outdoor recreation

By Emily Fagan
Apr 29, 2022

By renting and loaning expensive adaptive gear like handcycles or ParaGolfers, the society is providing access to people who otherwise may miss out on the outdoors

Food

Victoria group attempts pierogi-making world record

By Emily Fagan
Apr 22, 2022

The online event will raise money for Ukraine

Good news

This Sooke bunny rescue has saved more than 500 rabbits

By Emily Fagan
Apr 15, 2022

Amy’s Bunny Barn has hopped to the rescue when bunnies are in need of a home

History

Victoria’s popular blossoms are a tribute to efforts by the deep-rooted Japanese community

By Emily Fagan
Apr 8, 2022

Blossoming trees like cherry and plum account for nearly one in four public trees in Victoria

Health

A stroke of madness: Meet the Cold Water Addicts, Victoria's bravest swimming group

By Emily Fagan
Apr 1, 2022

This frigid and fearless local group has found health benefits from cold water and funny hats

Good news

An immigrant built a fortune after fleeing violence. Her charitable fund will pay it forward for decades to come

By Emily Fagan
Mar 25, 2022

The Compassion in Action Fund gives local charities $5,000 a year to support women, children, and animals

Arts

The Choirs' first concert in two years will raise funds for Native Friendship Centre

By Emily Fagan
Mar 11, 2022

Singing ensemble is donating 200 concert tickets to Island Health workers