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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.

Drugs

A chilling trend: Drug deaths rise as winter begins

Robyn Bell
Dec 17, 2023

Experts in Victoria say the combination of cold weather and the holidays increases risk of overdoses

Indigenous

Cowichan Tribes to take over own child and family services

Robyn Bell
Nov 27, 2023

This marks a major step in offering traditional child services for BC's largest First Nation

B.C. Ferries

BC Ferries takes first steps to replace retiring ships

Robyn Bell
Nov 23, 2023

Seven new hybrid boats are set to replace aged-out Queen vessels by 2029

Arts

Wet Future on their newest single and upcoming Lucky Bar performance

Robyn Bell
Nov 22, 2023

The band's latest track "Mona Lisa" is out now

Long-term care

New report shows improvements needed in LTC for personal care and socialization

Robyn Bell
Nov 16, 2023

Care homes are falling behind on bathing frequency and engaging activities for residents

Policing

Victoria and Esquimalt councils review 2024 police budget

Robyn Bell
Nov 16, 2023

The budget could increase up to $6M if province approves rejected items from 2023

Events

Remembrance Day Events in Greater Victoria 2023

Robyn Bell
Nov 9, 2023

From Victoria to the Westshore, there are several ways to honour veterans this year

Indigenous

The makings of a traditional Coast Salish pit cook

Robyn Bell
Nov 3, 2023

Camosun College hosted the pit cook for students from the Centre for Indigenous Education & Community Connections