Wind buoy in B.C. waters could help coastal communities switch to renewable power November 25, 2021November 25, 2021 Nora Corral Morales UVic researchers are preparing to launch a buoy into the ocean with the hope of informing coastal communities about renewable energy options. The impressive nine metre tall yellow buoy has
Five foolproof tips to keep your house plants alive this winter November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 Isabella Kennedy Sprawling pothos, trendy terracotta pots, cute little cacti — the houseplant trend looks so modern and effortless. But as it turns out, indoor greenery can be temperamental and caring for
How to get tested for STIs in Victoria November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 Isabella Kennedy Have you been tested? While the pandemic may have made phrases like this more commonplace, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and testing are often still uncomfortable topics for many young people. However,
Sustainability on a budget: lowering your carbon footprint without breaking the bank November 9, 2021November 9, 2021 Alec Lazenby Between electric cars, retrofits, heating pumps, and plant-based diets, there are plenty of ways to reduce your carbon footprint and live more sustainably. The federal and provincial governments have even
Climate-friendly shopping: Five local businesses to support in Victoria’s green scene November 9, 2021November 9, 2021 Sydney Lobe Employing environmental consciousness on an individual level can feel intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. There are several businesses here in Victoria who are either trying to implement sustainable
Local organization PEPÁḴEṈ HÁUTW̱ uses “land-based learning” to restore native ecosystems, teach food sovereignty November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 Dariel Smith What began as a native plant nursery has blossomed into a local non-profit organization that aims to revitalize native ecosystems in W̱SÁNEĆ homelands. Through ecological restoration and participatory education programs
Managing climate anxiety in a time of constant climate crisis November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 Brianna Bock Climate anxiety needs no introduction. Even if you haven’t heard of it by name, you’ve heard of it. Perhaps you’ve felt it.
Meet Avalon Wasteneys: UVic student and Olympic champion October 20, 2021October 21, 2021 Isabella Kennedy Avalon Wasteneys was sitting in a second year UVic anthropology course when the class discussion sidetracked to the Olympic Games. The psychology major contributed to the conversation, and her peers
Vital Signs report gives Victoria’s quality of life a B October 20, 2021October 22, 2021 Kavita Premkumar Every year, the Victoria Foundation releases the Vital Signs report. Described as Greater Victoria’s “annual check-up,” the report is intended to identify concerns and connect philanthropy to community needs. The
Vikes women’s softball plays in first home opener series October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 Isabella Kennedy The Vikes women’s softball team battled hard in their first home opener series on a sunny fall Saturday at Hyacinth Park. After dropping two games to the top ranked UBC
