University of Victoria to redevelop Ian Stewart Complex into housing
The University of Victoria plans to build a mixed-use housing and commercial development on the site of its aging Ian Stewart Complex.
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Saanich massage therapist banned for 25 years for secretly recording patients
A Saanich, B.C., massage therapist has been banned from practising for 25 years after he secretly recorded video of female patients undressing before their appointments.
Abandoned pulp mill on Vancouver Island demolished
Demolition efforts are underway at a decommissioned pulp mill on the north end of Vancouver Island.
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Suspect arrested after arson at Victoria home
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Body of missing Shawnigan Lake senior found
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Royal B.C. Museum returning totem pole to B.C. First Nation
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Poor communication and training linked to fatal B.C. ammonia leak
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New Saanich police service dog brings 'calmness' and 'joy'
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B.C. nurse suspended for sleeping on duty, not providing medications on time
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Vancouver Island sasquatch researcher recognized in new book
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B.C. locations among Canada's top fishing destinations
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Vancouver Island's first H-Mart store coming to Mayfair mall
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Langford humanitarian group bringing medical supplies on next Ukraine trip
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Cold spell set to sweep B.C., triggering special weather statement
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Driver taken to hospital after dramatic rollover crash in Langford
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Victoria business owner calls for greater transparency in B.C. insurance industry
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Duncan train station a finalist in online competition for restoration funds
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The federal Liberal government is joining the Opposition Conservatives in no longer allowing its members of Parliament to expense taxpayers for home internet services.
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Ottawa police, bylaw increasing downtown presence on anniversary of 'Freedom Convoy' protest
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Nanaimo family pays glowing tribute to late father with Christmas display
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