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UVic faces renewed push for on-campus drug testing as the new school year starts

Dr. Ryan Herriot told the Martlet he understands progress takes time, but he believes UVic should've been able to offer on-campus drug testing by now.

New club and course unions software causing frustration among club executives

User interface issues, concerns over data security, and feelings of inadequate support are among the issues reported by CCU execs amid the transition.

A student’s guide to this year’s municipal elections

On Oct. 17, every municipality in B.C. will be voting in new municipal representatives, including mayors, councillors, school board trustees, and more.

Years-long Shelbourne Street Improvements Project marks its completion

On Sept. 14, the District finally cut the ribbon, marking the completion of the at times controversial six-year-long project.

Local organizations continue the fight for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month

"At the Peer Support Centre, we have so many volunteers, and they are just looking to help people,” said Sarah Edgar, the centre’s outreach officer.

Will Victoria’s latest bike-share venture stick?

Many Victorians have said they like the bikes, but others have criticized the city for choosing Lime, an American company, over Canadian alternatives.

What would you ask a mayoral candidate? 

Ahead of the October 17 municipal elections, the Martlet decided to ask UVic students what they'd ask of the many candidates running for mayor.

Oak Bay faces critical issues as residents hit the polls next month

As the clock ticks towards the October municipal elections, the two candidates face not only the pressure of winning over the district's residents, but the pressure of addressing the district's…

UVic will no longer offer domestic tuition to new CUAET-holding Ukrainian students

Incoming Ukrainian students with a CUAET who began their studies this month or earlier remain eligible for domestic tuition fees for the duration of their studies.