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Robyn Bell

Overdose Crisis

Looking back on nearly a decade of the toxic drug crisis in BC

Robyn Bell
Apr 15, 2025

It's been nine years since the provincial health emergency was declared and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight.

History

Oldest Chinese temple in Canada vying for top heritage prize

Robyn Bell
Apr 15, 2025

Volunteers at Tam Kung Temple in Victoria have big plans for the future and hope a National Trust contest will help fund them.

Federal Election 2025

Federal election 2025: Saanich-Gulf Islands riding

Robyn Bell
Apr 10, 2025

Elizabeth May is looking to secure her seat again, with three others vying for the spot.

Overdose Crisis

'Not properly cared for': independent review of UVic student's death identifies failures

Robyn Bell
Apr 3, 2025

The report makes 18 recommendations to improve the school's response to overdoses and prevent them from occurring

Immigration

Changes to immigration policies hurting Victoria restaurant workers

Robyn Bell
Mar 11, 2025

Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.

Events

International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025

Robyn Bell
Mar 7, 2025

Informative talks, storytelling nights, self-care events, craft workshops, and family-oriented festivities are happening this weekend.

Business

Buy Island: How to shop hyperlocal amid US tariffs

Robyn Bell
Mar 4, 2025

Find out where you can get food and household products from Island brands in Greater Victoria.

Indigenous

BC, Canada, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nation commit to a new 'shared understanding' of treaties

Robyn Bell
Feb 28, 2025

The federal and provincial governments say they will rely on UNDRIP to guide a new perspective on the treaties.