Politics

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

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Council to take next steps on Centennial Square redesign on Thursday

Robyn Bell
July 3, 2024

Relocating the fountain monoliths, adding commercial kiosks, and replacing aging trees all part of the proposed plan.

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Victoria councillors vote to further explore the benefits of Universal Basic Income

The Union of BC Municipalities will bring the debate on UBI to its annual general meeting with the support of Victoria city councillors.

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CRD pressed to come to a long-term solution for biosolids management

A resounding bio-solids management solution continues to evade the CRD leading up to provincial deadline.

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Missing middle housing initiative catalyst for demolition of Fairfield heritage house

Some residents hoping unique stone landmark can be saved from developer’s plans

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CRD announces $777M budget for 2024

Long-term care and supportive housing get a boost in CRD financial plan.

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CRD under pressure to make a plan for biosolid waste by June

Having run out of time and space to manage solid waste, the CRD can’t afford to step in it.

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Victoria expands pickups and public recycling cans in newest steps to cut waste in half

Robyn Bell
February 23, 2024

The city begins new phase to reduce 5,700 tonnes of waste a year