Nanaimo Fringe Festival director steps down after community calls out transphobic online speech
The artistic managing director will continue to advise so the August event proceeds as organizers vow to investigate community safety concerns this fall.
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Utility commission rules submetering company must be regulated
Wyse Meter Solutions, a third-party company that charges renters directly for water and electricity, must comply with B.C. Utilities Commission regulations.
Could p’hwulhp (Garry oak) ecosystems strengthen Vancouver Island’s climate resilience?
VIU’s p'hwulhp project restores the rare and endangered ecosystem on campus while researching how the drought-hardy tree could survive a warming climate.
New research points to solutions for Koksilah and Chemainus watershed health
A years-long study is identifying ways to improve watershed and fish habitat health in the Koksilah and Chemainus rivers.
These tenants are on the hook for their landlord’s new roof — and the rent increase is permanent
B.C.’s new rental increase formula aims to ensure landlords actually complete repairs, but tenants are left wondering why they have to pay.
How are RCMP trained to respond to cases of missing and murdered Indigenous people?
After a ‘miscommunication’ regarding the suspicious death of 15-year-old Carsyn Mackenzie Seaweed, The Discourse asked RCMP about its training related to missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Duncan-based author reclaims the kitchen for disabled cooks
'The kitchen is the most ableist room in the house,' says Jules Sherred. 'That’s why I want to "crip up the kitchen.”'
Reporter’s Notebook: ‘Pride is a protest’ as queerphobia rises on Vancouver Island
2SLGBTQ+ Canadians say rising queerphobia in the U.S. is creeping its way to Vancouver Island. Reporter Lys Morton reflects on community safety.
Hundreds march in memory of Carsyn Mackenzie Seaweed as community seeks answers
Family and allies gather in Duncan for the Na̱mǥis and Quw’utsun’ teen who was loved by many.
Community rallies for Carsyn Mackenzie Seaweed, as RCMP apologize for ‘miscommunication’ in her case
Family and friends are rattled after the tragic loss of the 15-year-old, remembered as ‘a very caring person.’
Utility commission rules submetering company must be regulated
Wyse Meter Solutions, a third-party company that charges renters directly for water and electricity, must comply with B.C. Utilities Commission regulations.
Could p’hwulhp (Garry oak) ecosystems strengthen Vancouver Island’s climate resilience?
VIU’s p'hwulhp project restores the rare and endangered ecosystem on campus while researching how the drought-hardy tree could survive a warming climate.
New research points to solutions for Koksilah and Chemainus watershed health
A years-long study is identifying ways to improve watershed and fish habitat health in the Koksilah and Chemainus rivers.
These tenants are on the hook for their landlord’s new roof — and the rent increase is permanent
B.C.’s new rental increase formula aims to ensure landlords actually complete repairs, but tenants are left wondering why they have to pay.
How are RCMP trained to respond to cases of missing and murdered Indigenous people?
After a ‘miscommunication’ regarding the suspicious death of 15-year-old Carsyn Mackenzie Seaweed, The Discourse asked RCMP about its training related to missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Duncan-based author reclaims the kitchen for disabled cooks
'The kitchen is the most ableist room in the house,' says Jules Sherred. 'That’s why I want to "crip up the kitchen.”'
Reporter’s Notebook: ‘Pride is a protest’ as queerphobia rises on Vancouver Island
2SLGBTQ+ Canadians say rising queerphobia in the U.S. is creeping its way to Vancouver Island. Reporter Lys Morton reflects on community safety.
Hundreds march in memory of Carsyn Mackenzie Seaweed as community seeks answers
Family and allies gather in Duncan for the Na̱mǥis and Quw’utsun’ teen who was loved by many.
Community rallies for Carsyn Mackenzie Seaweed, as RCMP apologize for ‘miscommunication’ in her case
Family and friends are rattled after the tragic loss of the 15-year-old, remembered as ‘a very caring person.’