Persistent to potlatch: The continuity of Nuu-Chah-Nulth potlatches through COVID-19 February 1, 2021February 1, 2021 Ren ‘Wikinanish’ Louie Since time immemorial, coastal nations have engaged in the potlatch ceremony. Serving a wide range of purposes, Nuu-Chah-Nulth peoples utilized the ceremony as a means of preserving their histories. Some...
What your mask says about you January 14, 2021January 22, 2021 Christopher Driscoll Frankly, it's also illegal not to wear a mask.
When it comes to COVID-19 guidelines, students are rightfully confused January 14, 2021January 14, 2021 Martlet Staff For almost two months, B.C. has had tightened restrictions in place to control the spread of COVID-19, including a ban on social gatherings. On Jan. 7, these restrictions were extended
UVic preparing freezers for potential COVID-19 vaccine storage December 16, 2020February 1, 2021 Michael John Lo Clearing out these freezers will help the health authorities store the vaccine if extra storage is needed.
It’s time to channel your inner introvert December 1, 2020December 1, 2020 Christopher Driscoll B.C. has been hit with a new set of COVID-19 regulations, drastically reducing social gatherings, and you know what? I’m actually kind of enjoying it. For those who enjoy socializing
Your guide to B.C.’s new restrictions: Students can still travel home, but no socializing outside of your “core bubble” December 1, 2020December 1, 2020 Christopher Driscoll For many students the thought of a travel ban is a cause of concern, particularly for those hoping to return home for the holidays. Though B.C.’s newest COVID-19 regulations place
Vital Signs Report shows youth disproportionately affected in terms of mental health, employment November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 Kate Korte This year’s new “Pandemic Snapshot” addition to the Victoria Foundation’s Vital Signs report provided statistics for how the pandemic has impacted people of different age groups. People under 30 were
To stop the spread in Indigenous communities, Canada needs to respect Indigenous sovereignty over the land September 24, 2020September 29, 2020 Boston Laferté the Canadian government has sat by and allowed for industry, the police, tourists and white supremacist protestors to run rampant on Indigenous territories.
We can’t let our sense of community be another casualty of COVID-19 September 24, 2020September 24, 2020 Martlet Staff For first-year students, the start of the semester is often seen as a critical time to dive into campus life and find new friendships at clubs day, in the quad,
For B.C.’s bars, two hours won’t break the bank September 24, 2020September 24, 2020 Christopher Driscoll Bars should listen to Bonnie Henry's advice Graphic by Sie Douglas-Fish On Sept. 8, Bonnie Henry, B.C.’s provincial health officer, issued a new COVID-related restriction on B.C.’s nightlife. Venues are no longer...
