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B.C. couple starts cross-country trip in an electric vehicle, the first to...
Electric cars are gaining popularity, but it’s still far from common, but two B.C. residents are taking their electric vehicle, a Tesla Model X, across the country in the hopes their trip will inspire...
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Navy days at CFB Esquimalt’s Colwood facilities
Many people in Victoria are fascinated by all things navy, and Saturday CFB Esquimalt invited the community to come tour their Colwood facilities and check out their ships. People might be more...
View ArticleCanadian officials offer condemnation and sympathy after Florida mass shooting
Canadian political leaders and members of the LGBTQ community expressed shock and outrage over a mass shooting on Sunday that killed at least 50 people and injured dozens of others at a gay...
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Weather: Low pressure system brings rain and cooler temperatures
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Hundreds come out to Vic West Street Fest
Lots of people got out to enjoy the sunshine, eat some food and listen to live music at the Vic West Street Fest. The festivities took place at the Point Hope Shipyards on Sunday. There were lots of...
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Nanaimo soccer players raise money for childhood cancer research
Dozens of boys and girls gathered on a soccer pitch in Nanaimo Sunday to work on their skills and help out a very good cause at the same time. Rush Soccer of Nanaimo joined other clubs across the...
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More Tragically Hip tickets to go on sale Tuesday mornig
Fans of the Tragically Hip who were unable to get tickets to their upcoming tour will have one more chance. Due to an overwhelming demand, the show design has been adjusted to allow for more seating....
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NDP calls to decriminalize marijuana ahead of next year’s legalization bill
WATCH: The House of Commons won’t debate the motion until next Spring, when legislation will be introduced, but the NDP said they could do something about it right now. Monica Martinez explains....
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Second wave of Tragically Hip tickets sell out in seconds
Fans of the Tragically Hip got a second chance at scoring tickets to their upcoming tour Tuesday morning. The stage was redesigned to accommodate more people and at 10 a.m, those seats went on sale....
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Construction starts on new affordable rental complex in Vic West
Construction has started on a new affordable rental housing complex in Victoria. Victoria Mayor Lisa Helps and representatives of the Catalyst Community Developments Society broke ground on the new...
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Two Victoria health care workers fired after biggest privacy breach at Island...
Two Victoria health care workers have been fired and are under investigation for the biggest privacy breach in the history of Island Health. According to Island Health, the two employees, described as...
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Female suspect attempts to rob TD Bank in downtown Victoria
WATCH: A robbery at a downtown Victoria bank left employees rattled this morning. The suspect walked in and demanded cash before leaving on foot. Monica Martinez reports. It was a startling way to...
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Province adding 140 long-term housing units for tent city residents
WATCH: The province paid $11.2-million to convert 844 Johnson Street to 140 long-term housing units. Monica Martinez reports. The building on 844 Johnson Street used to be a senior’s care home, but...
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Vancouver Island Brewery sells to Ontario businessman
WATCH: Barry Fisher has owned Vancouver Island Brewery for 30 years, but says it’s time to move and retire from the beer business. Monica Martinez has more. From its first pour 32 years ago, Vancouver...
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B-17 World War II bomber flies over Victoria
A vintage WWII bomber wooed onlookers in Victoria as it flew around Victoria International Airport. The beautifully preserved B-17 Aluminum Overcast is visiting Victoria for the next few days courtesy...
View ArticleDog owners in Greater Victoria may not be as active as they believe
WATCH: A new study by the University of Victoria shows only half of dog owners in Greater Victoria walk their dogs, and those who do, aren’t walking at a fast enough pace to reap the health benefits....
View ArticleNew chocolate store opens in Victoria
WATCH: Quebec store Les Chocolats Favoris opened their doors on Government Street Tuesday, marking their expansion into Western Canada. Monica Martinez reports. From an assortment of chocolates, to...
View ArticleGroup from CFB Esquimalt gets ready for Nijmegen Four Day Marches in the...
WATCH: The walk is popular with military personnel who march to commemorate fallen soldiers. And as Monica Martinez reports, a group from CFB Esquimalt has been hard at work training to walk 40...
View ArticleSmall bird lands on lens as photographer takes photo
There are certainly lots of reasons to love Vancouver Island and the plethora of terrific photo opportunities is one of them. CHEK News viewers Patricia and Robert Stenseth sent us this great picture...
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Island Health apologizes for patient privacy breach, second time in three weeks
WATCH: An Island Health Victoria support staff member accessed the files of 34 patients. The employee was caught in an audit of the electronic system. Monica Martinez reports. Once again, Island...
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