Author

Robyn Bell

Robyn was born and raised in Victoria, but spent just over a decade in Toronto, Montreal and, briefly, the UK. Now, she's back in her hometown, ready to dive into everything going on in BC's capital. Before joining Capital Daily, Robyn studied journalism at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson) and visual journalism at Concordia University. She previously worked in corporate learning & development, copywriting and has spent years freelancing as a feature writer. When she's not covering Victoria news or doom scrolling online (for journalistic purposes, of course), she can probably be found at the movies, a concert, or on a hike.

Events

Rifflandia Festival permanently cancelled

Robyn Bell
Jul 10, 2026

The festival has been an end-of-summer staple in Victoria for 18 years.

Weather

Climate experts: El Niño won’t affect Island weather this summer, but a warmer winter is coming

Robyn Bell
Jun 3, 2026

The impact of the incoming El Niño won't be apparent on the BC Coast until the end of the year.

Music

Hermann’s update: debts paid and renovation underway

Robyn Bell
Jun 2, 2026

Major structural repairs are needed, but Arts on View Society says much of the club's iconic features have been saved

Events

Ocean Week events happening in Greater Victoria this week

Robyn Bell
May 28, 2026

From family-friendly festivals to educational talks, find new ways to discover our blue backyard.

Education

SD61 board reinstated after province’s court document error

Robyn Bell
May 25, 2026

The trustees have their jobs back after the Ministry of Education failed to submit all necessary documents to the court.

Health

4 Canadian passengers from hantavirus-linked cruise quarantining on the Island

Robyn Bell
May 11, 2026

Dr. Bonnie Henry says the virus is not considered “a disease of pandemic potential,” though it is “very serious.”

Climate Change

Climate experts: the Island’s early heatwave was notable, but not a major cause for concern

Robyn Bell
May 6, 2026

It’s too soon to say whether this spring heatwave will lead to summer droughts and increased fire risk, says BC Wildfire Service

Drugs

10 years in crisis: BC’s opioid public health emergency enters new decade

Robyn Bell
Apr 14, 2026

Mourning events are taking place across Greater Victoria to mark the 10-year toxic drug crisis.