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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.

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.

Arts

Iconic Hermann’s Jazz Club to close next month

Robyn Bell
Mar 21, 2026

The jazz club, housed in a city-owned building, will be ending its lease May 1.

Climate Change

UVic-led study highlights the species hit hardest by the 2021 heat dome

Robyn Bell
Mar 16, 2026

Nearly all Bay mussels in BC were killed off during the weeklong event, but sea lettuce thrived.

Environment

A fungus that could wipe out Island bat colonies detected in Metro Vancouver

Robyn Bell
Mar 11, 2026

White-nose syndrome has devastated bat populations throughout North America—and it's inching closer to the Island.

Events

3 big events announced for Victoria in 2026

Robyn Bell
Mar 10, 2026

From music and food to FIFA World Cup viewings, the warmer weather will bring some fun to the capital city.

Health

Warning labels on alcohol could reduce cancer rates, says UVic study

Robyn Bell
Mar 7, 2026

Researchers examined how different alcohol policies could reduce drinking and its related health risks.