Author

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative

Politics

Victoria MLA in the hot seat after critical report issued

Report shows staffing crisis poses a challenge to MCFD’s ability to protect BC children in care

Prisons

Ombudsperson’s report says BC prisons fail to meet inspection standards

After eight years, Ombudsperson says BC still has not fully implemented international standards for prison inspections.

Protests

Protests remain an important part of Victoria’s civic landscape

For decades, protests have been an important way for Victorians to engage in social and political issues

Community

It takes a village to celebrate a landmark: locals say goodbye to beloved stone garage

A unique structure on Hollywood Crescent was feted by historians and politicians earlier this month

Protests

Negotiations between UVic and student protestors break down

UVic serves the People's Park encampment a trespassing notice as negotiations come to a standstill.

Agriculture

Saanich to implement a hefty application fee for ALR exemptions

Until now, the city has been covering these costs out of its general tax-based revenue stream.

City Hall

Old friend must fall to make room for revamped Centennial Square

Large sequoia growing off Douglas to be a casualty of City Hall plaza revitalization

Ocean

Summer is the season for worrisome spikes in some bacteria

Langford Lake along with Esquimalt Gorge Park showing sporadic elevated levels of fecal bacteria