8 months 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
9 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
10 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
10 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
11 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
11 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
12 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
1 year 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
2 hours CHEK Upside: The stage is set for live performance venues to return to full capacity The curtains will no longer be drawn at McPherson Playhouse as the show will be going on. It's one of many live performance venues across the province that are getting ready to re-open... more
2 hours Thieves hit Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue Station in Nanaimo Thieves have targeted another volunteer-run non-profit in Nanaimo. The victim this time is the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue Station 27 and they're turning to the community to help them find... more
3 hours Storm knocks out power to thousands on Vancouver Island, ahead of Sunday's 'major' event Wild winds knocked windsurfers around like bobbers on the water off French Creek Thursday, as the first in a trio of storms hit BC's south coast. Windsurfer Ola Mau said he couldn't... more
3 hours Rob Shaw: Why BCers will have to use two COVID vaccine cards to travel BC won't be immediately signing on to Ottawa's new vaccine card system for international travel - Rob Shaw explains why. more
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