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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.

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…

Rishi Sharma runs for Saanich mayor on ‘Save Our Saanich’ slate

Sharma’s platform emphasizes “balanced development,” prioritizing “family-oriented housing,” protecting parks and natural areas, and opposing the amalgamation of Victoria and Saanich.

Density takes another hit near campus as majority of Saanich councillors reject 349-unit development

The development would have brought new units to Gordon Head, including 27 three-bedroom units, which have a 0 per cent vacancy rate in Saanich.