Camosun deals with Adult Basic Education changesWith the school year now in full swing, Camosun College campuses are back to being busy and lively. But for some students, particularly those looking to access Adult Basic Education (ABE), this September might be a bit different. The Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) is expressing concern over recent changes to how students can access […] Continue Reading |
The Functional Traveller: Organized chaosWe’re all familiar with the saying, “Packed like a can of sardines.” I myself have certainly used this phrase before but, admittedly, living amongst the diluted populace of Victoria, have not truly experienced any situation near claustrophobic. A crowded Victorian bus often constitutes several people standing metres apart while four people accommodate an eight-person bench […] Continue Reading |
News Briefs: September 23, 2015 issueCamosun board gets new chair The Camosun College board of governors recently elected Russ Lazaruk as board chair. Lazaruk has been a member of the college’s board since 2011, and has served as vice chair since 2014. He is also a member of the audit, finance, external relations, and executive committees. He succeeds Marilyn Pattison, […] Continue Reading |
Weekend of films at local theatre highlights indigenous voicesAfter the popularity of the indigenous film program at the 2015 Victoria Film Festival (VFF), The Vic Theatre decided it was time to bring Victoria audiences an international series of films by indigenous filmmakers. So, that’s exactly what will happen from September 27 to 29 at The Vic. The three-day event puts the spotlight on […] Continue Reading |
Camosun College receives government funding for aboriginal servicesCorrection: An earlier version of this story had the Camosun College Student Society’s Andrea Eggenberger saying this funding was related to the federal Truth & Reconciliation Commission, which it is not. We apologize for the mistake. The Ministry of Advanced Education recently announced a $3.7-million investment toward the creation of a more welcoming learning environment […] Continue Reading |
Sarah MacDougall: the Nexus interviewThis is an expanded version of the story which appeared in our September 23, 2015 issue. Sarah MacDougall, a Swedish-born singer/songwriter who now calls Whitehorse home, comes with a long list of accolades. For example, her music just won her the West Coast Music Awards Roots Solo Recording of the Year prize (which she’s no stranger […] Continue Reading |
Look: MindfulnessEither everything is for a reason or nothing is: it’s a world of pure chance or coincidence. But as I look around every day I realize that I probably fall into the group that believes that everything happens for a reason, that the world isn’t just stuck hobnob on the tip of a planet without […] Continue Reading |
The 2015 federal election: what students need to knowIn October, Canadians can vote for the party in their riding that they believe should run the federal government. However, there are some changes this year, and students should be sure they know about them. The Fair Elections Act, introduced by the Conservatives, makes alterations to the way voters identify themselves and where they live. […] Continue Reading |
What’s Going On: September 23 to October 6, 2015Until Sunday, October 11 Mamet’s scathing comedy hits the stage Victoria’s Belfry Theatre celebrates its 40th anniversary season with writer David Mamet’s comedy Speed-the-Plow. Tickets range from $23 to $48 (students get 25 percent off) and can be found online at tickets.belfry.bc.ca. For performance times, other ticket discount information, and more info on the play […] Continue Reading |
Charles Tolman explores the history of water in VictoriaVictoria has one of the most secure water systems in North America. It is also one of only five North American cities that actually controls its water supply’s entire watershed (Victoria gets its water from Sooke Lake). Charles Tolman, a writer and retired academic, is more than happy to talk about those things. Tolman has […] Continue Reading |
