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Two K’omoks mothers contemplate how to celebrate their babies’ tenth moon Hiługwila ceremony during COVID-19.
Continue reading Two K’omoks mothers contemplate their babies’ tenth moon Hiługwila ceremony – during COVID-19Canada’s National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The fortress that was Vancouver Island has been breached when it comes to the low COVID-19 case numbers it enjoyed compared to B.C.’s Lower Mainland during earlier stages of the pandemic.
Continue reading A fortress breached: COVID-19 cases increasing on Vancouver IslandOn October 24th, more than 50% of North Island’s electorate chose Michele Babchuk to represent them in the Provincial Legislature. Though more than a month has passed, she has only just stepped down from her previous roles as a Campbell River councillor and Chair of the Strathcona Regional District (SRD) Board. Though yet to sit in parliament, she has been made the Deputy Government Whip and a member of the Appointment Orders Committee. I recently asked Michele about becoming our MLA .
Continue reading Michele Babchuk: Becoming our MLACanada’s National Observer, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Canada’s overdose crisis — fuelled by increasingly toxic street drugs and compounded by COVID-19 — is going into overdrive, and youth are particularly vulnerable, researchers say.
Continue reading Cannabis may help address Canada’s overdose crisis
