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Victoria council nixes option to open Government Street to cruise-ship shuttles

Victoria council nixes option to open Government Street to cruise-ship shuttles

In a 6-3 vote, Victoria council’s committee of the whole decided to keep Government Street closed to vehicle traffic between Humboldt and View streets, aside from morning openings for deliveries and service calls.

On the Street: Tsawout Nation starts seaweed farm; awards for Island foresters

Three-building auto dealership in Nanaimo approved

Three-building auto dealership in Nanaimo approved

Dealership location is former site of a garden centre
After 32 years, Victoria-based sports business has new owners

After 32 years, Victoria-based sports business has new owners

After 50 years in the ski-shop business, the last 32 on the ski retail and sports rental side, Bill Tinney is hitting the slopes whenever the spirit moves him. The same goes for Sarah Tinney, his wife and business partner.
Mining would see financial boon under global carbon tax — so why is industry fighting it?

Mining would see financial boon under global carbon tax — so why is industry fighting it?

A global carbon tax is projected to accelerate a transition to a low-carbon future. With the mining industry expected to reap huge rewards, some say it's time to back environmentalists
On the Street: Campbell River whale-watching companies merge

On the Street: Campbell River whale-watching companies merge

Strong interest from contractors in John Hart Dam upgrade project near Campbell River, says B.C. Hydro

Strong interest from contractors in John Hart Dam upgrade project near Campbell River, says B.C. Hydro

Supermarket theft rising, shoplifters more aggressive, warns grocery industry

Supermarket theft rising, shoplifters more aggressive, warns grocery industry

Brett Bundale The 91Ô­´´ Press Shoplifting appears to be on the rise at grocery stores in Canada as a growing number of supermarkets report an increase in thefts of food and pharmacy products. Industry experts say meat is the No.
Court orders Health Canada to reassess safety of weed killer glyphosate, often sold as Roundup

Court orders Health Canada to reassess safety of weed killer glyphosate, often sold as Roundup

Health concerns about chemical; manufacturer insists it is safe, Health Canada has approved its sale, with restrictions
Victoria Harbour Ferry adopts QR code system for hailing a water-taxi ride

Victoria Harbour Ferry adopts QR code system for hailing a water-taxi ride

Scan the code on dock signs using a smartphone and fill in the form to request a water taxi