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An elementary school teacher in the Greater Victoria School District had his teaching certificate permanently banned after being convicted of possessing child pornography.
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Missing Port Alberni woman subject of podcast series
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Photos, video released in case of B.C. murder suspect's prison break
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Victoria announces nearly $400k in grants for arts, culture venues
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North Saanich waterway restoration to include improved fish habitat
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New music, comedy festival brings sober entertainment to Langford
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Roosters likely abandoned at Greater Victoria park rescued by community members
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Mill Bay home destroyed, man suffers burns in fire
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Warrant issued for man after break-in, sexual assault on Vancouver Island
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No damage reported after 4.6 magnitude earthquake off Vancouver Island
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Standoff in Cumberland neighbourhood ends 'safely,' RCMP say
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BC Ferries sailings cancelled Sunday night due to lack of crew
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B.C. pharmacists call on province to allow them to prescribe medications amid doctor shortage
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Story of love and sacrifice connected to viral Ducknana statue
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Victoria man transforms junk into acclaimed musical instruments
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Dumpster discovery continues to transform formerly homeless man's life
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'People keep falling in love with her': 125-year-old sailboat returns to B.C. waters
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Man transforms minivan into solar-powered office after layoff
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