Vancouver Island adds 59 new COVID-19 cases, no deaths
The new cases were among 667 cases found across the province over the past 24 hours.
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Mount Washington holding job fair ahead of winter season
One of Vancouver Island’s largest private employers is on the hunt for new talent and is looking to hire a significant number of new workers this weekend.
Mandatory PCR test remains barrier for travellers as U.S. reopens borders to Canada
On Nov. 8, the land and sea borders will open up again for Canadians wanting to visit the U.S. The question is, will anyone make the trip?
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RCMP investigating fatal pedestrian crash near Parksville, B.C.
Police are investigating after a pedestrian died following a crash in the Mid-Island on Thursday evening.
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Driver dead after Mill Bay crash, another sent to hospital
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Holiday parades returning to Greater Victoria this winter
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Constitutional challenge of vaccine card filed by 2 B.C. women
Two British Columbia women who say doctors advised them against getting COVID-19 vaccines have filed a constitutional challenge of the province's vaccine passport.
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Driver pleads guilty in Campbell River crash that killed his passenger
The parents of a 21-year-old man who was killed in a crash in Willow Point in March of last year are hoping video surveillance of the vehicle travelling through the area will one day be released.
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1 new COVID-19 case linked to outbreak at Tofino General Hospital
Island Health says another case of COVID-19 related to an outbreak at Tofino General Hospital has been identified Friday.
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IMAX film 'Antarctica' makes Canadian debut in Victoria
The award winning film "Antarctica" will make its Canadian debut this Saturday, Oct. 16, at the Royal B.C. Museum's IMAX Theatre.
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Victoria Halloween house map: Your 2021 guide to the dark side of town
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Man arrested after indecent act near high school: Sooke RCMP
A Victoria man was arrested on Wednesday after he was allegedly spotted performing an indecent act near a high school in Sooke.
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Victoria police seek witnesses in hate-crime investigation
Police in Victoria are seeking witnesses and video related to a hate-crime investigation that began last week.
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New York congressman Higgins urges Canada to drop COVID-19 travel test before Nov. 8
When the United States resumes letting fully vaccinated, non-essential North American visitors back across its land borders Nov. 8, border guards won't be asking for proof of a negative COVID-19 test -- and one New York congressman wants Canada to return the favour.
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Victoria parents co-author guide for parents who have children facing substance use disorders
Leslie McBain lost her only child to a drug overdose in 2014 when he was 25-years-old – and she says she wishes she had the handbook that a group of Victoria parents and caregivers have just released.
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Justin Trudeau to visit B.C. First Nation weeks after Truth and Reconciliation day apology
The prime minister will be visiting a B.C. First Nation next week, after calling a vacation he took in the province on the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation a 'mistake.'
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Vancouver Island adds 2 new COVID-19 deaths, 48 cases
The new cases were among 580 cases found across the province over the past 24 hours, according to the BCCDC.
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Victoria parents write guide for child addictions
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As the weekend approaches, so too does a whole lot of rain for Vancouver Island.
'My dog was screaming in pain': Off-leash dogs allegedly kill smaller dog in Central Saanich
A Victoria woman is speaking out after her small dog was allegedly attacked and killed by two larger off-leash dogs on Thanksgiving Monday.
Missing Mondays: Provincewide worker shortage forces restaurants to rethink Monday service
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Nanaimo ferry delayed, woman found in water at Horseshoe Bay
A BC Ferries vessel was temporarily held in Nanaimo's Departure Bay on Wednesday morning after a report of a person in the water.
'There could've been people inside': Sooke building burned in suspicious fire was days away from demolition
A massive fire that tore through a commercial building in Sooke on Wednesday morning has been deemed suspicious.
Saanich offering up to $1,600 in e-bike rebates in new pilot program
The District of Saanich is offering rebates and discounts for people who are interested in purchasing an electric bike (e-bike).
CRD requiring employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Dec. 13
B.C.'s Capital Regional District has joined the ranks of employers requiring workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Truck plunges into Cowichan Bay, leads to arrest, frantic search for woman
The driver told responding officers that his girlfriend was still inside the submerged vehicle, according to police.
'No more politics': Victoria Mayor Lisa Helps not seeking re-election next year
Victoria's 52nd mayor was first elected in November 2014, before being re-elected in 2018. Since then, she says she's happy to have watched the city grow and become more diverse.
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U.S. says it will permit entry of Canadian travellers with mixed vaccine doses
The U.S. says it will allow Canadians into the country who have received a mixed COVID-19 vaccine schedule, when the U.S. opens its borders to fully vaccinated travellers on Nov. 8.
Military's human resources officer under investigation for 'historic' sex misconduct allegations
Military police say they are investigating 'historic' allegations of sexual misconduct involving yet another senior commander, this time the officer responsible for human resources in the Canadian Armed Forces.
Testing shows high concentrations of fuel in tank at Iqaluit's water treatment plant
The City of Iqaluit says testing shows a high concentration of fuel in a tank that supplies water to the Nunavut capital.
Ontario premier reveals new details on province's reopening plan
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says his government is finalizing its plans to exit the final stage of its reopening plan in order to 'cautiously lift more public health measures' currently in place.
Authorities call fatal stabbing of U.K. MP David Amess a terrorist act
A long-serving member of Parliament was stabbed to death Friday during a meeting with constituents at a church in England, in what police said was a terrorist incident. A 25-year-old man was arrested in connection with the attack, which united Britain's fractious politicians in shock and sorrow.
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House of Commons seats to increase from 338 to 342 as early as 2024
Canadians will be electing more MPs across the country as soon as 2024, as the House of Commons seat count is going to be increasing from 338 to 342. While most provinces' seat counts remain unchanged, Alberta will be gaining the most new ridings, while Quebec will be losing one.
Alta. woman charged with 1st-degree murder in death of toddler
A two-year-old’s death in central Alberta has been ruled a homicide.
Constitutional challenge of vaccine card filed by 2 B.C. women
Two British Columbia women who say doctors advised them against getting COVID-19 vaccines have filed a constitutional challenge of the province's vaccine passport.
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Former nurse plants more than 100 golf clubs in her Oak Bay garden
When Betty began transforming her backyard, her thumbs were far from green. But now there are flowers and more than a hundred golf clubs "growing" in her garden.
20 golden retrievers attempt to pose for perfect picture in Nanaimo
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Qualicum Bay pub sets up tiny picnic table for squirrel named Charlie
Despite the name of this historic roadhouse, there's no "Crown and Anchor" here. What you will find, instead, are guests who are cute and furry.
Esquimalt woman writes children's book after surviving debilitating crash
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Saanich, B.C., senior rides around on scooter playing harmonica to spread joy
John Ryzebol plays for more than just his ever-expanding family (two children, seven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren). Since the start of the pandemic, he's been taking musical rides around the neighbourhood, playing harmonica from his scooter every day.
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There’s always been something special about Norman. The Japanese mastiff is a universal blood donor and has saved the lives of 16 other dogs. Now, a fundraiser to pay for an expensive surgery for Norman has surpassed its goal in just a day.
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Stellantis says it is cutting its Windsor Assembly Plant down to one shift next spring in a move that will mean about 1,800 lost jobs.
B.C. facility aims to make vehicle fuel from carbon pulled out of the atmosphere
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Video footage shows police in Atlanta stopping an unconscious driver moments before he would have hit oncoming traffic.
'Suspicious circumstances': 2 women missing in Whitby, Ont.
Durham Regional Police say the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of two women in Whitby, Ont. are suspicious.
Six teens facing dozens of charges for shootings in Hamilton
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Law enforcement officials in the U.K. gave an update on the investigation after Conservative MP David Amess was stabbed to death.
