Indigenous
Indigenous
BC’s newest political party OneBC takes hard stance against reconciliation
Premier Eby calls them “embarrassing.”
Arts
Victoria-based Indigenous artist recognized by Governor General as leader in anti-racism work
As well as a local distinction.
Indigenous
‘Healing from harms caused’: UVic acting president condemns chaotic OneBC event
Over 100 protesters showed up in orange to push back.
Indigenous
Residential school denialist plans unsanctioned speech at UVic (UPDATED)
Claiming the residential school graves are a hoax.
Environment
‘Generational, systemic’: Cowichan Tribes speak out about illegal dumping on reserve lands
And ask the federal government to stop the dumping.
Indigenous
CRD and Songhees Nation sign inter-government deal founded on mutual respect
Marking a major milestone for reconciliation.
Housing
25 new temporary shelter spaces coming to Victoria Native Friendship Centre
Bring their total number of beds to 50.
Indigenous
Saanich donates 48 computers to W̱SÁNEĆ ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱ Elementary School
As well as 60 mice and keyboards.
Indigenous
Vancouver Island’s Mount Benson North returned to Snuneymuxw First Nation
Which is over 700 hectares of land.
Indigenous
Malahat Nation and Cowichan Tribes to receive $66.7M in infrastructure loans
For housing and infrastructure projects.