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University Centre cafeteria closed for construction
Students need to find somewhere else to eat for the time being, as the University Centre cafeteria is currently closed for renovations. The $7 million project will be paid for…
B.C. author’s short story stirs controversy in Russia
A short story turned children’s story has been passed around Russia for the past year, stirring up controversy. Although, at its core, it is a story about a Russian prince…
Community members come together to make record-breaking button blanket
Victoria’s Legacy Art Gallery is currently showcasing an Indigenous button blanket (dancing regalia) that is six metres tall and six metres wide: a world record. Peter Morin and Carolyn Butler-Palmer,…
North Vancouver builds addiction recovery house
On Dec. 18, North Vancouver began building its first licensed recovery house for women suffering from alcohol and drug addiction. Much of the funding received for the project has been…
Protesters follow Harper through his B.C. tour
“It wouldn’t be B.C. without it,” said Prime Minister Stephen Harper as the two sign-wielding protesters were taken off the stage in their catering uniforms. The incident transpired on Jan.…
New U-Pass activation system implemented
UVic is seeking to save labour costs and cut down on lineups at the beginning of semesters by bringing in automated kiosks for students to activate their public transit service.…
B.C. Ferries prices to rise
The travel home for next month’s reading break just became a little bit more burdensome. As B.C. Ferries raise their fare prices by 3.5 per cent on Jan. 17, UVic…
Victoria wraps up 2013 with zero homicides—almost
Living on the Island, many come to think of it as a distinct entity, separate from the happenings and kafuffle of the Lower Mainland. In 2013, Victoria set itself apart…Our Digital Print Issue
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