Esquimalt Fire deparment braces for change

Things are changing at the Esquimalt fire department. While those changes aren’t clear yet, they should start taking shape by the end of the week. Former conflict of interest commission Ted Hughes’ audit of the department gave the firefighters’ union 45 days to choose a new department structure. The deadline is... more

Homelessness coalition makes call for affordable housing

The Coalition to End Homelessness is sending out a call for proposals for new supportive housing. Non-profits and developers are welcome to submit ideas to create a facility to house the chronically homeless or aboriginal people experiencing homelessness. A total of $1.3... more

• Van City bank robber steals undisclosed amount of cash
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• Harper heads for B.C. legislature

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Island Showdown packs GNS with top A talent

Glenlyon Norfolk School’s annual Island Showdown is not just a single-A tourney. It’s a two-day shake down to see who’s who of B.C.’s smaller basketball programs. Today (Feb. 5) and tomorrow the Gryphons basketball program hosts seven other senior boys... more

• Nine Saanich skaters heading to provincials
• Shamrock stock deep on Jr. Shamrocks at WLA draft
• Former Grizzly finds stride with Nanaimo Clippers

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Island Savings adds new office

Executive Island Savings Credit Union staff moved into its new regional office at 747 Fort St. Friday. It's part of the credit union's commitment to being more accessible and serving more members in Greater Victoria, said president and CEO Rod Dewar. The... more

• New rules 'profoundly' affect condo owners
• Drunk driver believed responsible for three crashes
• Strong start to housing market

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Workshops help deal with dementia

When facing dementia, there is a critical window of time in which to make crucial plans for the future, says the Alzheimer Society of B.C. “Decisions about work and personal issues need to be made while the person is able to... more

• UVic study seeks older drivers
• Esquimalt needs emergency volunteers
• Olympian gets kids moving

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GUEST OPINION:Education can’t be treated like a commodity

Diane McNally Guest opinion Sylvia Owens wonders if teachers with fewer than 30 students in a class will take a wage rollback (Letters, Jan. 22).  Let me explain: 30 students is not some magic ideal teaching and learning situation. It is a... more

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Lack of funding limits education opportunities

Re: A fairy tale of school neglect (B.C. Views, Jan. 20) Teaching is a part of who I am. I am continually thinking about every one of the kids I see on a daily basis who are truly not being given... more

• Christian church faces extinction
• Owners have duty to keep pets safe
• Education and sewage

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