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Weekly Palestine demonstrations continue as VicPD announces they will no longer provide traffic control during the marches
“We will not stop marching,” Coastsalish2palestine said in their statement, “We will not stop until the Canadian state completely ends its complicity in apartheid, war crimes, and genocide in occupied…
Trans Day of Visibility Rally at legislature calls for action, not just awareness
Members of Victoria’s queer community gathered on the lawn of the B.C. legislature on Tuesday, March 31, for a Trans Day of Visibility Rally. The rally blended celebration with protest,…
Meet Jack Sandor, the 27-year-old electrician running for Victoria City Council
“Housing and climate action are inextricably linked. You cannot have proper climate action without proper action on housing,” he said.Opinions
Victoria should do everything they can to keep Hermann’s Jazz Club and View Street Social alive
Victoria should do everything in its power to keep two iconic venues — Hermann’s Jazz Club and View Street Social — alive.
EDITORIAL | Plus ça change
We should make no mistake in acknowledging that the leadership of the Islamic Republic of Iran are cruel and tyrannical. That doesn’t mean we should blindly support a war effort…
EDITORIAL | Thank you for supporting our referendum question
In a time and place like Victoria in 2026, where the costs of living and pursuing post-secondary education are so high, that extra $2 per full-time student will go right…Culture
‘This city is full of poets’: Victoria celebrates National Poetry Month 2026
For National Poetry Month, celebrated every April in Canada, the Martlet spoke to Victoria’s Poet Laureate, Kyeren Regehr, to learn about some of the events featured at local bookstores and…
Victoria staple FernFest cancelled for 2026
“Over time FernFest has grown into a very large and very expensive undertaking,” the statement reads. “Even for a dedicated organization like ours, we simply can’t do everything.”
Two Rats Loving takes on Battle of the Bands finals
Two Rats Loving is a Victoria-based, multi-genre band, comprising three students, a tattoo artist, and a UVic alum that started practicing in September. Now, they're in the Battle of the…Sports | Lifestyle
UVic students breathe new life into retired climbing rope with their business
“It’s been really rewarding making gear for people out of their old rope that has memory and sentimental value to them,” Gyr told the Martlet. “Someone reached out because her…
Outgoing campaigns director reflects on his experiences on the board
“Integrity is upholding honesty when no one is looking, when you are alone, when co-workers aren't there to look after you, because continuous improvement is expected of us. No one…
Springtime is awesome, nasal congestion is not
If your symptoms are particularly bad, you might want to consider seeking out an allergy specialist. You can ask a physician or nurse practitioner to refer you to a clinic…Features
Amid venue closures across the city, local artists, studios, and performers push back with creative and accessible alternatives
“I was really upset when the VEC closed ... and it was like, ‘what is the common denominator to prevent it from happening again?’”
Drag in Victoria is more than a show
The realization, that drag did not have to reinforce the binary, opened a door. Within months, Simmons was experimenting with the art form.
The NDP collapsed in 2025. Does that mean they are irrelevant?
Former party leader Jagmeet Singh stepped down last year after losing his seat in Burnaby. Now, the party stands at a crossroads, with five potential candidates looking to be the…Humour
Your psych prof isn’t your therapist
Your psychology professor isn’t your therapist. They are not a therapist-adjacent figure. They are not a budget version of a therapist included in your tuition. They are a person whose…
How to spend all two days of the fall reading break
If you have the Euro-summer travel bug that seems to have bitten every twenty-something, this reading break could be your chance! Go abroad and enjoy all of the wonders that…
The only guide you need to Halloween costumes
The scariest thing at UVic isn’t a costume, it’s realizing you picked the wrong major three years ago.Meetings
UVSS Board of Directors, March 9
In this meeting, the board opened nominations for two committees reps and approved funding for replacements and updates in the SUB, and many directors reporting preparing for the incoming board.
UVic Senate, March 6
In a short meeting on March 6, UVic Senate met to approve many changes and discontinuations of programs, program options, and admission requirements, as well as lengthy debate over changes…UVic Senate, Feb. 6
In the meeting, Senate heard discussions about the university’s demographic data, awards, enrolment levels, and an overhaul of the AWROur Digital Print Issue
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