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B.C. loosens lobbying rules, reducing transparency requirements

B.C. loosens lobbying rules, reducing transparency requirements

Province says the changes help non-profits, but experts warn the amendments are universal
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Teacher in Greater Victoria School District charged with sexual exploitation: police

Teacher in Greater Victoria School District charged with sexual exploitation: police

The teacher at the centre of the allegations taught at Mount Douglas Secondary and Oak Bay High, according to the Greater Victoria School District.
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Nanaimo bungee jumper injured after falling out of harness

Nanaimo bungee jumper injured after falling out of harness

The woman fell out of a harness attached around her ankles after reaching the lowest point of the jump, plunging about 10 feet into the river below, according to WildPlay.
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Bear spray attack on Victoria bus driver has union concerned about safety

Bear spray attack on Victoria bus driver has union concerned about safety

Officers arrested the 15-year-old male suspect, who was later released and returned to his residence.
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Do you know how to properly yield to emergency vehicles in B.C.?

Do you know how to properly yield to emergency vehicles in B.C.?

B.C. does things a little differently, "whereas pretty much everywhere else in the world is just pull to the right."
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Les Leyne: Fumbled hiring of Eby adviser is under fire

Les Leyne: Fumbled hiring of Eby adviser is under fire

It’s the latest chapter in Michael Bryant’s extraordinary career path.
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Canadian youth struggle with making friends and bullying: UNICEF report

Canadian youth struggle with making friends and bullying: UNICEF report

Youth advocate: "I'm deeply disappointed by how the life satisfaction of children and youth in Canada is falling."
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'Meaningful portfolio': Island MP Stephanie McLean named secretary of state for seniors

'Meaningful portfolio': Island MP Stephanie McLean named secretary of state for seniors

Stephanie McLean, a lawyer and former Alberta NDP MLA who represents Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke, is "basically a junior minister," says University of Victoria political scientist Michael Prince.
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Minister denies daycare funding for B.C. legislature, saying area is well served

Minister denies daycare funding for B.C. legislature, saying area is well served

VICTORIA — Plans by the British Columbia legislative assembly to open a child-care facility remain up in the air after the provincial government rejected a funding request. The legislature sought the funding in February 2024, but B.C.
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B.C. tourism sector braces for summer with fewer cruises, more staycations

B.C. tourism sector braces for summer with fewer cruises, more staycations

Strong year still expected for local operators, despite Canada-U.S. tensions.
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