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The Man Who Lives Without Money

July 22, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

We welcome back Capital Daily Investigative Journalist Tori Marlan to hear about her feature on David Johnston, the Victorian who lives his life without money.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

The Relationship Between Old-Growth Forests and Wildfires

July 21, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

As BC enters a state of emergency over wildfires, we're joined by an expert to learn about how old-growth forests impact the severity of wildfires. As well as how factors such as forest management, logging and climate change play into that.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Wheelie's Motorcycles & Cafe Is A Hot Spot For Food And Culture

July 20, 2021 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Wheelie's Motorcycles & Cafe was one of the first foodie spots to pop up in Victoria's mostly industrial Rock Bay neighbourhood. Seven years later, they've become a word-of-mouth hub for foodies, bikers, and musicians alike. The first episode in a Capital Daily podcast series profiling unique local businesses in the Capital Regional District. Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!...

The Dream For A Park In Metchosin’s Town Centre Is Close To A Reality

July 19, 2021 15:45 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MB

For the past five years, Shannon Carman has been trying to bring a park to Metchosin’s small town centre. After a proposal to council, it may finally come to fruition. She joins us to tell us more about the project.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

From Patient To Provider: Stephanie Renaas’s Journey To Audiology

July 16, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Stephanie Renaas was diagnosed with hearing loss as a toddler and has spent her life working with the Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing Centre to create a successful life for herself. Now she has come full circle to working with the Deaf and hard of hearing communities as an audiologist at the IDHHC. This is her story.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDaily...

How The Sooke Potholes Got Its Ruins

July 15, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Perched high above the river at the Sooke Potholes Regional Park is the abandoned dream of Albert Yuen and his elaborate but ill-fated Deertrails Resort project. All that remains of the sprawling building-to-be is an intricate stone foundation of pillars, stairways, and three-storey chimneys. In this episode, we'll bring you through a tour of the resort's history, and take a trip out west to Sooke to see it for ourselves. Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing...

Greater Victoria's Doctor Shortage Is Getting Worse

July 14, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MB

A double whammy of bad primary care news hit Greater Victoria this week. The Gordon Head Treatment Centre announced it will be closing its doors in August when one of their physicians leaves for another opportunity, and the James Bay Urgent and Primary Care Clinic is losing three doctors and one nurse. We speak with Damien Contandriopoulos from the University of Victoria's School of Nursing about why the primary care network in the region is unable to provide primary care for one quarter of ...

Analyzing Vancouver Island Municipalities’ Wildfire Risk

July 13, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

With the province on high alert this wildfire season, we speak to an expert about risk factors for Vancouver Island municipalities and prevention and preparation.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Mayor Geoff Orr Responds To Concerns Over North Saanich’s Official Community Plan

July 12, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

This Municipal Monday, we speak to the District of North Saanich Geoff Orr about the ongoing Official Community Plan process. He addresses concerns from the public and explains what happens next.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

High School Students Bring A Recycling Program To Their Local Community

July 09, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MB

High school students in the remote Indigenous Nitinaht community started a recycling program to fill a gap in their area.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

What The Toppling Of The James Cook Statue Means For Victoria’s History

July 08, 2021 12:00 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MB

As Victoria grapples with the intense emotions that lead to protestors tossing the Captain James Cook statue into the harbour, we take a step back and analyze what statues mean for our society, what they come to symbolize, and how we can move forward while acknowledging the history that got us here.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @...

The Historic Vancouver Island Earthquake of 1946

July 07, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Its been 75 years since Canada's largest onshore earthquake occurred on the Island. We look back at that day and learn about how it happened. We also speak with a seismologist about the earthquake hazards on the Island today and into the future.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

How Indigenous-Led Organizations Are Rebuilding Connection to Language and Culture

July 06, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

Nanaimo is losing two of its Indigenous-led schools: the Tsawalk and Nisaika Kum’tuks Learning Centres. We speak with Capital Daily reporter Jolene Rudisuela about what the schools meant to students, why they’re closing, and the important role that language plays in revitalizing First Nations languages and culture. Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic ...

The Push to Revitalize the Fernwood Community Association

July 05, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

We hear from Jeremy Caradonna, University of Victoria professor and recent addition to the Fernwood Community Association's board, about his push to create change within the association through a public campaign called Fernwood Forward. Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic        

Revisiting - Local Author's Book on Anxiety Wins Nautilus Book Award

July 02, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MB

For the last day of our best-of week, we bring you our conversation with Dr. Russell Kennedy about his book "Anxiety Rx: A New Prescription for Anxiety Relief from the Doctor Who Created It" and how his life experiences lead him to write it.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Revisiting - A History of Grey Whales on Vancouver Island

July 01, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 43.1 MB

As grey whales embarked on their yearly migration north to Alaska, we decided to learn a bit more about the species, as well as the history of whaling, and the importance to Indigenous culture on the Island. We replay that for today’s episode in our best-of week.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDail...

Revisiting - The Man Who Stole a Hotel

June 30, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

For today’s edition of our best-of week, we go back to the story that made Capital Daily go international. Capital Daily reporter Tori Marlan spent months investigating the fugitive who nearly brought down Sooke Harbour Hotel and the victims who suffered the financial consequences. She joined us to tell the story.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDaily...

Revisiting - The Legendary Case of Nanaimo Zoo's Escaped Lion

June 29, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

On day two of our best of week, we replay another fan-favourite focused on our unique local history. In 1958, a lion escaped from a zoo in Nanaimo, resulting in the attack of an 8-year-old girl. This is the story of what happened that May day, and what followed in the province.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebo...

Revisiting - Treasure, Black Magic, and an Island Colony: The Story of Brother XII

June 28, 2021 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

This week we’ll be replaying some of our best episodes as we countdown to 100 episodes of this iteration of the podcast. To kick it off, when the famous property on a small island near Nanaimo hit the market, we took a dive to discover the story of the infamous cult that once owned it.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily  ...

First Of Its Kind Online Map Will Preserve And Celebrate First Nations Culture and Language in B.C.

June 25, 2021 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.1 MB

The First Peoples’ Map of B.C. is providing audio clips of First Nations languages, resources to find Indigenous art and culture, and more. Today we learn more about the unique project, how it came to be, and how it will continue to grow.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

A History of Victoria Pride's Dragball

June 24, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Victoria Pride is around the corner but drag kings and queens are already looking forward to next year when dragball makes its return. We find out how the event started, what exactly it is, and what it's like to participate.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic  

Heiltsuk Nation's Pride Parade Is Both Celebration And Reclamation

June 23, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

We hear from a councillor in the Heiltsuk Nation about how the Nation's celebration of pride is bringing their community together, and reclaiming traditional understandings of gender. Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Could The Westshore Skatepark Dream Finally Be Realized?

June 22, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

A new fundraising campaign from the Westshore Skatepark Coalition aims to finally bring a skatepark to the Westshore after six years of work.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Ucluelet Project Aims To Solve Lack Of Housing For Workers

June 21, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

A new cooperative housing program would allow businesses to provide housing for workers in the Ucluelet-Tofino area.      Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic  

A Local Food Box Program is Providing Affordable Produce For All To Feed People In Need

June 18, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MB

Good Food Box is sourcing local produce for a weekly food box program. The program is available to all, and any money made goes into providing free food to Greater Victorians in need. We speak to the coordinator to learn more.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Beverages

June 17, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MB

We speak to the C.O.O. of Lumette, a non-alcoholic spirit company out of Sooke. We’ll also look at why people are choosing not to drink and how that is translating to a booming non-alcoholic beverage industry.      Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Where The "Van Isle" Accent Came From, And Why It's Disappearing

June 16, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MB

Among some Victorians descended from English settlers, a variation of the British accent was passed down from generation to generation. We look into what exactly the "Van Isle" accent sounds like, where it came from, why it persisted for so long, and how it lives on today. Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca And subscribe to us on our socials! Twitter @CapitalDailyVic Instagram @CapitalDaily Facebook @CapitalDa...

Reopening and the Delta Variant

June 15, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

With the province entering Step 2 of reopening today, we analyze modeling and concerns over the spread of the Delta variant.      Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Mountainside Westhills Development Property Meets Backlash Online

June 14, 2021 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB

A new development property for sale on the mountainside in the Westhills of Langford is receiving many complaints online. For Municipal Monday, we speak to an expert to find out if the criticism is fair and analyze densifying versus sprawl in Greater Victoria.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDail...

Fundraiser To Search Vancouver Island Residential School Sites Reaches 5x Its Goal

June 11, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

A GoFundMe by residential school survivor Steve Sxwithultxw, and Tom LaFortune and Michele Mundy to bring the ground-penetrating radar used in the tragic Kamploops discovery has raised nearly $140,000. Today we speak to Steve about what the overwhelming response means to him and what comes next.   Find the GoFundMe here.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @Capita...

Victoria’s Rental Prices Are Driving ‘Creative’ Alternatives

June 10, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

We speak to a man who plans to pay to pitch a tent in someone else’s backyard instead of paying Victoria rental prices.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

What's Next For Chantel Moore's Family

June 09, 2021 12:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

On Monday, Chantel Moore's family found out there would be no charges against the officer who shot and killed the 26-year-old. We speak to President of the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council, Judith Sayers about what happened, and a family member of Moore to learn what's next.      Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook...

Why the Huu-ay-aht, Pacheedaht, Ditidaht First Nations Are Calling For Deferrals

June 08, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

We speak to Huu-ay-aht Chief Councillor Robert J. Dennis Sr. about the decision behind the three nations’ joint call for logging deferrals on their land. We also look into what areas will be affected and how this could impact the Fairy Creek Blockades.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Write-In Option Suggests Site of Oak Bay Lodge Become Addictions Treatment Centre

June 07, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MB

After the first round of public consultations, a popular suggestion for the site seems to be an addictions treatment and rehabilitation centre. Victoria Councillor Jeremy Loveday wants to see that idea seriously considered. We speak to him and Oak Bay Mayor Kevin Murdoch to learn more.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily ...

Local Author's Book on Anxiety Wins Nautilus Book Award

June 04, 2021 14:13 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MB

We speak to Dr. Russell Kennedy about his book "Anxiety Rx: A New Prescription for Anxiety Relief from the Doctor Who Created It" and how his life experiences lead him to write it.   https://capitaldaily.simplecast.com/episodes/local-authors-book-on-anxiety-wins-nautilus-book-award

What the “War in the Woods” Can Tell Us About Fairy Creek

June 03, 2021 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MB

We look back at the protests in Clayoquot Sound to see what we can learn about how the Fairy Creek blockades could end and how big this movement could grow.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

How the New NDP Policy Intentions for Forestry Impact Old-Growth

June 02, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

We speak to Grand Chief Stewart Phillip from the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs and Torrance Coste, the National Campaign Director of Wilderness Committee to get reaction on the B.C. government’s new forestry policy intentions and how they impact old growth.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @Capital...

Victoria's Best Restaurant Experiences for the Summer

June 01, 2021 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB

As indoor dining reopens and patio season is finally here, we get the best recommendations on where to enjoy your next meal out from Tasting Victoria Editor Amelia Acedo.  Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

New Motion Would Ban All Camping In Beacon Hill Park

May 31, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MB

A motion from Mayor Lisa Helps and Councillors Marianne Alto Charlayne Thornton-Joe would place a prohibition on camping in Beacon Hill park for two years while the environment recovers from 24/7 sheltering. We speak to Councillor Thornton-Joe to find out more.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyV...

How to Create an Inclusive Space For All Men in Mental Health Services

May 28, 2021 12:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

For Good News Friday we’re joined by Nick Sandor, the Executive Director for Men’s Therapy Centre in Victoria joins to talk about creating a safe space for men of all backgrounds and identities.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

How the Inner Harbour Became What We Know Today

May 27, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MB

We go back to the days of glaciation at the Inner Harbour and follow the story that led us to the iconic waterfront we have today.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

The Policy Argument For Old Growth

May 26, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

With tensions rising between protestors and loggers, we analyze the policy that could be the answer for all parties involved.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic  

How Intergenerational Wealth Transfers are Impacting Victoria's Housing Market

May 25, 2021 12:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MB

Millennials in Victoria have the lowest homeownership rate across the country. We look at why that is, how it impacts our market, and what it means for the future.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Threshold Housing Providing Stable Foundation For Victoria's At-Risk Youth

May 21, 2021 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

For Good News Friday, we learn about Threshold Housing's program that creates spaces for at-risk youth in Victoria.  Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic  

RCMP Limit Media Access To Caycuse Blockade

May 20, 2021 12:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MB

RCMP has begun enforcing the injunction at Fairy Creek Blockader's Caycuse location, but media access has been limited. After being rejected access Monday, we went to the blockade on a guided RCMP media tour to find out what's going on.    Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Can Better Communication Curb Vaccine Hesitancy?

May 19, 2021 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

We analyze how the province has communicated with the public during the vaccine roll-out. We also speak to a public policy expert about how governments should communicate with the public about vaccines.     Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Treasure, Black Magic, and an Island Colony: The Story of Brother XII

May 18, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

As the famous property on a small island near Nanaimo hits the market, we discover the story of the infamous cult that once owned it.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic  

Mayor Lisa Helps on Neighbourhood Boundary Changes

May 17, 2021 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

For Municipal Monday, Mayor Lisa Helps joins us to discuss the consultations on the new proposed boundary changes for Victoria neighbourhoods.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

Future Ecologies Is A 2021 Webby Award Honouree

May 14, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MB

A local environmental podcast has gained international attention for their limited series “The Scales of Change”. We talk to them about the project and how they earned one of the internet’s highest honours.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

The Burgeoning Seaweed Industry on Vancouver Island

May 13, 2021 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

We learn about the up and coming industry of seaweed. We’ll explore the positive environmental impacts it can have, and a local company that has already begun growing and cultivating on the Island.  Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic   Instagram @CapitalDaily   Facebook @CapitalDailyVic

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