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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 20, 2026 6:16 AM

Mill worker seriously injured in workplace incident at Domtar’s Port Alberni plant

Company says April 9 incident was in CTMP area; WorkSafeBC investigating

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 20, 2026 1:41 AM

B.C. premier’s office says DRIPA changes will not be introduced this spring after all

Premier David Eby had already backed down on a pledge to make amending DRIPA a confidence vote

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 20, 2026 1:41 AM

B.C. premier’s office says DRIPA changes will not be introduced this spring after all

Premier David Eby had already backed down on a pledge to make amending DRIPA a confidence vote

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 20, 2026 1:12 AM

Six environmental organizations outline concerns about ship building, repair and breaking in Union Bay

Six environmental organizations have sent their request for strict regulatory oversight to Prime Minister Mark Carney and B.C. Premier David Eby. The...

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 20, 2026 1:01 AM

Victoria woman cold dips 20 times in 30 days to raise money for the Soweto Junior School

A Victoria woman is doing 20 cold dips in 30 days this April to help raise money for the a vital food program at the Soweto Junior School in Africa....

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 20, 2026 12:51 AM

‘Be prepared’: Travel experts say war-caused jet fuel shortage leads to increased airfares

As people start to look into booking summer vacations, travel experts warn to expect increased airfares and turbulent travel conditions due to war-ca...

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 19, 2026 11:29 PM

Pet CHEK: Small mama dog Daisy is ready for her forever home

PET CHEK: Daisy is just over a year old and up for adoption from the Victoria Humane Society. The post Pet CHEK: Small mama dog Daisy is ready for he...

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 19, 2026 10:08 PM

Police incident aboard BC Ferries vessel causes delays on Nanaimo–Vancouver route

A police incident aboard a BC Ferries vessel is causing delays on a key route between Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland. The post Police incide...

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 19, 2026 9:56 PM

Emergency Preparedness Week brings training, workshops to Strathcona communities

The Strathcona Regional District is rolling out a series of hands-on training sessions and workshops across the region next month, giving residents p...

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 19, 2026 9:31 PM

Protesters outside Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival marking 1 year after 11 were killed

What was to be a day of reflection and remembrance a year after the Lapu Lapu tragedy where 11 people were killed in a vehicle ramming in Vancouver h...

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 19, 2026 9:00 PM

Victoria talk explores Tam Kung Temple’s 150-year history

Historical Society event highlights Chinese Canadian heritage and wartime labour stories

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📺 CHEK News
Apr 19, 2026 7:58 PM

Province proposes new set of changes to Heritage Conservation Act

The British Columbia government announced its latest iteration of proposed changes to the Heritage Conservation Act (HCA) in a Mar. 26 release, in...

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 19, 2026 7:00 PM

Artistic director bids adieu after bringing Casey and Diana to Victoria stage

The Belfry stages performance set in Toronto’s Casey House where men could die with dignity

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 19, 2026 6:30 PM

PHOTOS: French Creek is a bird-watching paradise

Send your photos to editor@pqbnews.com

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 19, 2026 6:30 PM

LETTER: Saanich utility bills draining homeowners’ wallets

Send your letter to newsroom@saanichnews.com

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 19, 2026 3:30 PM

Ditch the car, travel free by bus, e-bike in Greater Victoria on Earth Day

Earth Day takes place Wednesday, April 22

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🗞️ VI Free Daily
Apr 19, 2026 1:30 PM

LETTER: Oak Bay taxpayers getting little bang for their buck

Send your letter to newsroom@oakbaynews.com

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 19, 2026 12:50 PM

Canada’s alcohol relief ‘step in the right direction’ but doesn’t meet B.C. beer needs

The federal government announced a two-year extension of alcohol excise duty relief on April 2

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 19, 2026 8:30 AM

BIA’s Art Alley set to transform section of lane off Shoppers Row

Local artists invited to submit proposals by May 15

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 19, 2026 4:05 AM

Whitecaps score 1st place in MLS with league-leading 22 goals

Vancouver squad won 3-0 Friday at BC Place Stadium

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 19, 2026 2:59 AM

Surrey’s Jenn Gardiner secures OT win for Vancouver Goldeneyes

Goldeneyes eliminated from playoff contention

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 18, 2026 9:30 PM

Williams Lake teenager running for BC Children’s Hospital

Manav Pooni plans to run 200-kilometres over the month of May

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 18, 2026 8:39 PM

Train derailment north of Lytton

No reported spillage

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🏔️ Campbell River Mirror
Apr 18, 2026 4:30 PM

Digital tools, podcasts offer new paths to mental health support

Avenues to well being are breaking traditional molds and offering options for all

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