Open Space: Two-tiered health care in BC not the solutionAlberta’s movement toward a two-tier health-care system is concerning. By allowing physicians to bill both publicly and privately (patient-paid care), the province is gambling with its citizens’ money. If Canada determines Alberta’s new regulations fall outside of the Canada Health Act (federal legislation mandating access to health care without cost to patients), Alberta will be […] Continue Reading |
Camosun continues Orange Shirt Day tradition on campusCamosun College will once again recognize Orange Shirt Day this September, continuing a campus tradition that began more than a decade ago and encouraging students and employees to reflect on the history and ongoing impacts of Canada’s residential-school system. This year’s events will centre on the theme of healing through the land, reflecting ongoing Indigenous […] Continue Reading |
A Student’s Guide to Local Politics: What’s the big deal with municipal elections?As our local elections fast approach, I’d like to discuss why it’s important to cast your vote. While some of you reading this may already have plans to vote for your next councillors, school boards, or local officials, I would take a gamble and say that for most of you, it hasn’t been on your […] Continue Reading |
Leeroy Stagger makes pilgrimage homeThe Victoria music scene has produced some of Canada’s most lauded musicians, and within those ranks, Leeroy Stagger has made himself at home. He once toured as an alt-rocker opening for Victoria’s own Hot Hot Heat, before switching up his style and donning the singer-songwriter cloak. In 2002 he dropped his first EP Six Tales […] Continue Reading |
News Briefs: September 23, 2026 issueCamosun Library highlights Orange Shirt Day resources Camosun College libraries will feature resources related to Orange Shirt Day throughout September, providing opportunities to learn about residential school survivors, those who did not survive, and the ongoing impacts of Canada’s residential school system. The libraries have also introduced an “authentic Indigenous voices” icon to identify Indigenous-authored […] Continue Reading |
Student society brings free self-defence classes back to CamosunThe Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) Women’s Collective is bringing free self-defence classes to students this fall, with four sessions taking place across Camosun’s Lansdowne and Interurban campuses. The classes are being organized by CCSS women’s director Madison Huynh, with instructors provided by Victoria Professional Self Defence. Huynh says similar classes were once offered at […] Continue Reading |
