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Crisis pregnancy centres hamper reproductive health access for vulnerable communities

People searching “Victoria abortion clinic” online may be led by their browser to a CPC, rather than a legitimate clinic. Such was the case of Reddit user shmushmorshtion, who wrote…

Landmark environmental ruling in Peru aided by Canadian-Peruvian documentary, UVic law faculty

Despite the positive ruling, the fight for the Marañón is not over. Now, Canaquiri and her organization are asking the Peruvian government to actually implement the court’s ruling. Boyd said…

Let’s talk about sex (therapy) 

“People talk about sex when things are going well — when it's a point of pride. But for a lot of people, it’s not. As a clinician, I say this…

What should we learn about porn?

“There's been a lot of focus on the porn addiction side,” said Gibson, who admits that young people often ask her if viewing porn will change their brains. “The research…

FEM-EXPO is replacing SEXPO this year

“Expect a lot of fun and playful conversation about feminism and sex positivity,” said Goodacre, adding that “it’s always been incredibly fun and freeing. It’s a great event.”

First Nations and UVic researchers convene to raise their voices about local herring fishery

“The DFO and the Minister of Fisheries [seem] to be ignoring the First Nations, and that's why the Hereditary Chiefs are stepping up to the fight now,” said Chief Pelkey.

UVic researchers use drones to increase healthcare accessibility across Vancouver Island

A budding partnership between UVic’s Centre for Aerospace Research (CfAR) and Island Health highlights the innovative future of healthcare on Vancouver Island, and the groundbreaking work being done by UVic…

Victoria is not immune to fires like LA’s: Experts 

“I know the island is getting [to be] of concern as global change happens. It appears to be getting warmer all the time here, and drier. We have so much…

Can B.C. survive a trade war?

“We have the people with the skills, we have the resources, we have the geography to take this threat and turn it into an opportunity to grow prosperity for everyone…

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