Kylie Stanton

Reporter

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• B.C. government criticized for lack of funding for medications, rare conditions

  The report stated that when medications were covered, B.C. allocated only $257 dollars per person, compared to the Canadian average of $442.

  Health

  Apr 16
• ‘We’re not going to stop’: Team to rethink next steps for B.C. orca whale rescue

  A team of officials working to save a stranded orca calf off the coast of Vancouver Island say they are not going to give up after the first rescue attempt failed on Friday.

  Environment

  Apr 13
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• Terry Fox collection will be housed at the Royal BC Museum in Victoria

  “For 44 years, Terry Fox has been an inspiration to Canadians and we are thrilled to be entrusted with the stewardship of this important collection."

  Lifestyle

  Apr 10
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• Nanaimo’s unhoused population jumps nearly 19% but officials think it’s likely higher

  Researchers found that at least 515 people were without homes in Nanaimo, which is a jump of nearly 19 per cent from the previous survey conducted in the spring of 2020.

  Politics

  Apr 9
• Nanaimo, B.C. thrift shop closing because customers ‘don’t feel safe coming down here’

  'This is my favourite thrift store,' a regular customer told Global News. 'It helped me get back on my feet, get me a new pair of shoes. I've always come here.'

  Crime

  Apr 2
• B.C. animal organization needs foster homes for dogs due to increasing surrenders

  Cassie Preston, program manager for the No Pet Left Behind program said they have fielded more calls recently, especially for dogs.

  Canada

  Mar 29
• ‘My truck just atomized’: Survivor of shocking Victoria, B.C. crash speaks out

  David Bruun was driving home from teaching a Brazilian jiu-jitsu class when he entered the intersection with a green light and was T-boned by a speeding car.

  Crime

  Mar 27
• Family of man killed at Nanaimo coffee shop hears testimony on trial’s second day

  The lawyers of James Turok, who pleaded not guilty on Monday, are arguing he should be found not criminally responsible due to a mental disorder.

  Crime

  Mar 26
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• ‘Wonders of the ocean’: Mysterious sea creature spotted in B.C. coastal waters

  Steph Brulot and his brother made the discovery while snorkeling in the Salish Sea last weekend.

  Environment

  Mar 25
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• B.C. veteran turns 105, has raised more than $450K for charity

  John Hillman said he was first inspired to raise money by Capt. Tom Moore in England, who was also a Second World War veteran. He walked to raise money during the pandemic.

  Canada

  Mar 22
• ‘Always noise’: B.C. senior spends 9 days in hospital hallway due to overcrowding

  When asked about Roberts' situation, Premier David Eby said it is hard enough to be sick and have to require treatment, let alone have that treatment in a hallway.

  Health

  Mar 21
• Brilliant bubblegum blue: Eye-catching herring spawn filmed off B.C. coast

  Geoff Johnson, a photographer in Ucluelet, B.C., off the coast of Vancouver Island, had always wanted to capture the herring spawn and this year was his chance.

  Canada

  Mar 18
• ‘Chewing on him’: Vancouver Island wolf-dog strikes again

  Last November, it is believed that the wolf-dog killed a family's dog staying at the Coombs Country Campground.

  Environment

  Mar 15
• Victoria police officer’s lost notebook contained personal information of 54 people

  The B.C. Civil Liberties Association said "It's an indication that their policies and procedures are inadequate to safeguard these notes from disclosure and tampering."

  Crime

  Mar 14
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• Shocking murder of B.C. teen Reena Virk subject of new Hulu series

  A new Hulu miniseries is set to bring light to one of the most shocking crimes in B.C.'s history. 'Under the Bridge' will tell the story of the murder of Reena Virk.

  Crime

  Mar 13
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• Vancouver Island University’s music program at risk of shutting down

  In a statement, Vancouver Island University said the board of governors will make a final decision, which is expected to happen in the next few weeks.

  Education

  Mar 12
• Marine heat wave linked to 20% drop in North Pacific humpbacks: Study

  The study found a 20 per cent drop in North Pacific humpback whale populations between 2012 and 2022 appears to be linked to the 2014-2016 marine heat wave known as "the blob."

  Education

  Mar 11
• B.C. drought woes spur call for universal water metering

  Despite recent rain and snow, data from the federal government found most of the Pacific region was under drought conditions as of the end of February.

  Environment

  Mar 6
• Advocates call for changes to allow mobility scooters in B.C. bike lanes

  Under the current rules of the road, only e-bikes and regular bicycles are legally permitted to operate in bike lanes, but disability advocates want that to change.

  Canada

  Mar 5
• ‘A lovely kid’: Investigation launched after 6-year-old dies in B.C. foster care

  The family of Oliver Ratchford said he was found face-down in a pond on Feb. 26. They said he was playing unsupervised and fell in.

  Crime

  Feb 29
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• B.C. woman’s death blamed on health care gaps and lack of family doctor

  Family and friends of a young shelter worker in Nanaimo are speaking out about her death from an undiagnosed serious infection.

  Health

  Feb 27
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• Vancouver Island business broken into for 24th time in 25 years

  Someone smashed through the front window at the Nanaimo location of The Gold Silver Guy on Sunday, reaching into a display case and running off with more than $3,000 in product.

  Crime

  Feb 26
• Search intensifies for Vancouver Island woman missing more than 1 week

  Sara Sherry, 45, of Errington was last seen on Feb. 15 driving a 2017 Nissan Frontier pickup truck near Highway 19 and the Northwest Bay Logging Road.

  Crime

  Feb 24
• B.C. company using electric plane to lay groundwork for sustainable aviation

  Sealand Flight Ltd.’s all-electric Velis Electro aircraft has arrived in Campbell River, which aims to “lay the groundwork” for sustainable aviation in Canada.

  Canada

  Feb 22
• Nanaimo, B.C. group ringing alarm on fatal overdose numbers, 400% increase in 4 years

  The rapid rise in fatal drug overdoses spurred a Nanaimo advocacy group, the Nanaimo Area Public Safety Association, to conduct a report on the crisis.

  Health

  Feb 21