Camosun Chargers men’s volleyball number one
The Camosun Chargers men’s volleyball team beat the Capilano University Blues 3-1 on Friday, November 20. This was the men’s 10th straight win and put them in at number 1 in the national ranking. The women’s volleyball team lost 3-2 to the Blues, putting them to the number 8 position nationally. On Saturday, November 28, the men’s volleyball team defeated the College of the Rockies Avalanche 3-0; the women also defeated the Avalanche 3-0. On Sunday, November 29, the women’s volleyball team lost 3-0 to the Avalanche but the men’s team kept their winning stream going with another 3-0 victory, their 12th consecutive win; the team is so far undefeated in the 2015 calendar season. The Camosun Chargers men’s and women’s basketball teams both lost to the Quest Kermodes on Friday, November 20. The next night, both teams lost to the Langara Falcons. Men lost 64-61 and 77-74 and the women lost 65-54 and 73-53, respectively.
Getting frisky
Island Sexual Health, which operates a clinic out of the Richmond House at Camosun’s Lansdowne campus, has opened a new retail outlet. The store Frisky Business, which had its grand opening on Saturday, November 28, will help to keep the non-profit clinics in operation. For more information on clinics run by Island Sexual Health or for their new store hours, go to islandsexualhealth.org.
Enbridge troubles in academia
The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) announced on Wednesday, November 18 that there would be a formal investigation into alleged academic freedom violations at the University of Calgary. Senior academics at the university claim Enbridge inappropriately interfered in the university’s Centre for Corporate Sustainability after the company provided a donation to the University. A former chair of the centre claims to have been fired after raising concerns to the University of Calgary’s administration about Enbridge’s inappropriate influence in the centre. Another staff member of the centre quit in protest over the university’s failure to defend academic freedom. The investigative committee will look into charges of conflict of interest, violations of academic freedom, and donor interference surrounding the establishment and operation of the centre.
Ex-Victorian wins top prize in music contest
As we mentioned in last issue’s News Briefs, ex-Victorian Leeroy Stagger was one of the final three competitors in The Alberta PEAK Performance Project, run by radio station 95.3 The Peak. On Sunday, November 22, Stagger won first place and $100,953.
Volunteers needed
Recreation Integration Victoria is looking for volunteers. The organization aims to help people with disabilities live full and active lives by matching them with a volunteer with similar recreational interests, which can be anything from intense activity to down-time hangouts. For more information on becoming a volunteer visit rivonline.org.
CRD seeks public input for regional trails plan
The Capital Regional District (CRD) is looking for public input on its Regional Trails Management Plan. This plan will guide decision making, priority setting, and budget planning over the next 10 years. The CRD trail system currently is made up of the Galloping Goose, Lochside, and the E&N Rail Trail-Humpback Connector; the new plan will apply to any new trails developed in the future. The management plan and comment form are available at crd.bc.ca/project/regional-trails-management-plan. In addition, two public open houses will be held in January; for dates and times see crd.bc.ca.
Salvation Army looking for help
The Salvation Army in Victoria is in need of volunteers to man Christmas Kettles, which will be on the streets form November 28 until Christmas Eve. Donations from the kettles go toward purchasing food for hampers, which will then be distributed to struggling families throughout the winter months. If you are interested in helping out this holiday season contact the Salvation Army at 250-216-2447.
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