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UVic’s Centre for Indigenous Laws opens this September

“The program … reflects and responds to the reality that every part of Canada is subject not only to the laws of the federal government, provinces, and municipalities, but also…

UVic the first university in BC to introduce a ‘Good Samaritan’ drug policy

"We would really like to see the university be proactive in communicating this policy change,” said Galway. “If it’s not communicated, then the policy might as well not exist.”

UVic to launch Canada’s first Doctor of Engineering program

The university is preparing to introduce new doctorate programs aimed at working professionals in different industries UVic is launching a new doctoral program aimed at working professionals in the engineering…

UVic-based Climate Disaster Project awarded $2.5M to expand global storytelling initiative

"Climate change is going to be the defining experience of this century. Our lives will be defined by the perennial disasters that each season brings,” Holman said. “If the news…

‘Food Not Lawns:’ How guerrilla gardeners inspired the next generation of environmental activists

For others, however, guerilla gardening is an anti-colonial act meant to address food security concerns in local communities, and challenge the institutions and systems that decide who is allowed to…

UVic announces balanced budget without cuts

The university anticipates enrolment targets to be met or exceeded, and does not foresee a change in circumstances drastic enough to warrant any cuts or restrictions this year.

Part of under-construction engineering lab building collapses

UVic told the Martlet they have begun an investigation into the incident, but they do not foresee changes to the project’s design. 

Tiny house built in Campus Community Garden to support land defenders

"It was a struggle at times for people to go through this process,” Barratt said. “We don't necessarily want to have to build houses to stand in the way of…

Transphobic graffiti found in Student Union Building

Lindsey Andrew, director of events at the UVSS, said the board will be exploring the possibility of a committee dedicated to responding to transphobia on campus. 

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