1 month The New Normal: Coronavirus pandemic disproportionately affecting women The coronavirus pandemic has impacted everyone, but some people have been affected more than others. In this episode of the New Normal, Kori Sidaway speaks with Roanne Weyermars of Coast Capital about... more
3 months The New Normal: Hornby Island finally getting long-awaited arts centre, challenges remain After two decades of dreaming, Hornby Island will finally be getting a long-awaited arts centre. Construction is set to begin purpose-built arts facility that will include dedicated space for exhibitions and installations... more
4 months The New Normal: Victoria-born Canadian fighter pilot spending Christmas deployed in Romania Being away from our families will be tough for many of us this Christmas, but one Victoria-born fighter pilot isn't just across town, he's on the other side of the world. In... more
4 months The New Normal: Author offers tips on how to cope during an unusual holiday season The holiday season, even in the best of times, can be stressful and depressing for many. A deadly global pandemic, lockdowns, restrictions that prevent us from seeing loved ones, doesn't make it... more
4 months The New Normal: Light up the City campaign supports those in need COVID-19 has cancelled so many wonderful events this year, particularly those during the holidays. But there the pandemic couldn't stop the Greater Victoria Festival Society from moving ahead with an event that... more
5 months The New Normal: Shopping local this holiday season 'critical' for the Island's economy Black Friday has come and gone. That means the Christmas and the busy holiday shopping has begun and many local businesses on Vancouver Island are hoping customers will spend less at the... more
5 months The New Normal: Canadians were interested in U.S. election for many reasons, says political scientist The U.S. election and the days following Election Day captured the attention of millions of people around the world, including Canadians. In this episode of the New Normal, CHEK's Stacy Ross speaks... more
6 months The New Normal: Political scientist says B.C. election is the NDP's to lose With just seven days left in the B.C. election, the party's campaigns are entering the final stretch. In this edition of The New Normal, CHEK's Stacy Ross speaks to Dan Reeve, a... more
26 mins British Columbia's indoor dining ban likely to be extended beyond May long weekend A ban on indoor dining at restaurants and pubs in British Columbia will likely be extended. The B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association says based on recent discussions with Dr. Bonnie Henry and... more
54 mins Effort underway to rename Port Alberni school after popular former teacher It has been just days since a popular Port Alberni resident and former teacher died, but there's already a movement underway to rename a school after him. Winston Joseph, a long-time teacher... more
1 hour First Nation's council and chief ask '3rd-party' activists to stand down in B.C. logging dispute The chief and council of a Vancouver Island First Nation at the centre of a protest over old-growth logging are asking outside activists to stand down and leave the community to decide... more
2 hours Ban on indoor dining to be extended into May, B.C. restaurant association says B.C.'s ban on indoor dining at restaurants and pubs is set to be extended as COVID-19 numbers continue to surge, according to the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association. more