Environment
Animals
Western bluebird that vanished from Vancouver Island years ago making comeback
With an effort to bring them back to Victoria on the horizon.
Environment
Saanich recognized with multiple provincial climate action awards
For its work on the Tillcum Green Infrastructure Project.
Environment
UVic researchers awarded $800K for advancing climate solutions
The money will go to fund eight projects through the university.
Environment
CRD approves major new plans to tackle some of the region’s biggest challenges
Centred around housing, climate action and reconciliation.
Environment
Telegraph Cove’s renowned Whale Interpretive Centre re-opens after 2024 fire (PHOTOS)
They will be open for the remainder of the season.
Environment
Photo contest aimed at preserving Canada’s natural beauty now open for submissions
To highlight Canada’s Key Biodiversity Areas.
Environment
12 Greater Victoria beaches currently deemed unfit for swimming
With nine issued this year.
Environment
Bear incident near Sooke prompts reminder for residents to secure garbage
Tp prevent bears from being killed.
Environment
University of Victoria researchers successfully test deep-sea equipment
With the goal of understanding the universe from under the sea.
Environment
Off-road vehicle use banned on Vancouver Island amid heightened wildfire season
In an effort mitigate the number of wildfires.
Crime
Multiple individuals fined $18K for illegal shellfish harvesting on Vancouver Island
For lying and harvesting without licenses.