Indigenous
Indigenous people once roamed Island mountains on foot—and marmots were key to their survival
Marmot bones and charcoal found in remote alpine caves have distinct human markings dating back 2,400 years.
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Many municipalities have decided to accept the costs and have already integrated them into their budgets. Others, such as Sooke, are still deliberating.
Homelessness
Alliance to End Homelessness unveils strategic plan to achieve ‘functional zero’ by 2030
The Built for Zero initiative has become a national movement that encourages communities to work together toward ending homelessness through measurable and timebound goals.
A city staff report alleges people experiencing homelessness have been transferred to Victoria parks after being released from hospital care or custody in neighbouring municipalities.
“It is astounding to see this huge change from record highs to record lows in just a few short years," — CISUR director Dr.Tim Naimi.
