Provincial

Where do B.C. parties stand on student issues?

Students may be wondering how various party platforms will affect them. Issues like housing, the cost of living, education and social issues, and climate change are important to university-aged students.…

Campaign urges Senate to implement universal free prescription contraception

On April 1, 2023, British Columbia became the first Canadian province to offer free prescription contraception, thanks in no small part to AccessBC, a grassroots campaign co-founded by Teale Phelps…

How to vote in this provincial election as a UVic student

As the B.C. provincial election looms, it’s time for voters to gear up. Here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure you’re ready to cast your ballot.

Residence staff began requesting naloxone training in 2022. It took the death of a student for UVic to listen

CLs at UVic may receive naloxone training following tragic death of Sidney McIntyre-Starko, but CLs have been asking for training since 2022.

B.C. moves to re-criminalize drug use in public spaces

B.C. re-criminalizes public drug use as of May 7, just one year into the province's three-year exemption from the CDSA.

Pro-Palestinian encampment pitched on UVic quad

People's Park demands UVic divests; University says encampment goes against policy and shuts buildings early.

UVic student’s hunger strike for Gaza elicits no response from provincial government

A UVic student consumed only water and electrolytes for four days in anticipation of the B.C. throne speech at the Legislative Assembly.

Pain management options for IUDs have come to UVic thanks to student requests

In the past year, the UVic Student Wellness Centre (SWC) has started offering localized pain management options for IUD insertions.

New rules coming for companies like Uber, DoorDash

Delivering for apps like DoorDash is popular among students looking to pay for their education and work flexibly.