It can be a necessity, a social activity or a way of life. It draws a cult-like following from all backgrounds. And in Victoria, where laissez faire attitudes and consumer-environmental concerns mix with balmy weather and bike lanes, you’ve got the perfect conditions for an underground culture: dumpster diving.
Two local farmers are fighting the provincial government over a new tax policy implemented by BC Assessment last year — and the effects could change the way local food is produced.
A panel discussion on government transparency and Canada’s looming “culture of secrecy” headed by Maher Arar came to the Farquhar Auditorium on Tues., March 11.
May 18, 2012, 6:27 p.m.
It's not just "peaceful assemblies" under fire; Charest plans to withhold funding from student societies who don't play nice. #ggi #loi78
