immigrants

Phoenix theatre’s opening show doesn’t stick the landing

It’s hard not to admire The Salty Scent of Home’s ambitions in conveying the immigrant experience, but in terms of conveying these powerful stories and experiences through the medium of…

International student asylum claims rose almost 600 per cent in five years

Applications for asylum by international students have skyrocketed in the last five years according to data sent from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to Global News. The rise in…

The Phoenix Theatre’s new show explores connection and belonging

The im:print 2024 project is produced by the Inter-Cultural Association (ICA) of Greater Victoria, an organization that helps immigrants to Victoria establish their new lives, and  provides community support.

1 200 repaired bikes in two years: Tim Storm brings joy of biking to the world

Retired schoolteacher now rescues bikes and finds them new homes both in the CRD and overseas Tim Storm repaired and donated over 30 bikes to immigrants since the start of…