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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.”

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

Robyn Bell
March 7, 2026

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

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BC’s hospital crowding problem isn’t improving, data shows

The Royal Jubilee and Saanich Peninsula Hospitals were both listed in the top 20 most crowded BC hospitals.

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Province ends treatment funding for terminally ill Langford girl

Mark Brennae
June 18, 2025

Clinical evidence indicates that once a patient’s motor and language functions begin to slow, Brineura therapy is no longer beneficial in slowing the disease, the provincial health minister said.

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Victoria YMCA-YWCA moving to Bay Centre

Mark Brennae
May 7, 2025

The new Y won’t have a pool, gymnasium, or any racquet sport courts, something an estimated 10-15% of the membership uses.

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Island's first long-term recovery centre for women opens in View Royal

New centre means locals won't have to leave family and community

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Clock running on municipal budget decisions around E-Comm

Many municipalities have decided to accept the costs and have already integrated them into their budgets. Others, such as Sooke, are still deliberating.

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Victoria sustainable period product company launches in Costco

Robyn Bell
December 12, 2024

joni period products are sustainable and free of harmful chemicals, changing industry norms