The new normal

March 14, 2021|Times Colonist via UVic News We’re now a year into the pandemic, however, with vaccinations becoming more frequent, there is hope for a return to normal living. But what might “normal” look like? Numerous experts warn it will not be...

Endangered or a language in hiding?

Feb. 16, 2021|Toronto Star via UVic News After two decades of hiding his ancestral tongue, Levi Martin was reintroduced to Tla-o-qui-aht and is one of the estimated 10 percent to speak it fluently. And as one of the many children sent to Residential Schools, he...

On the Verge – Writing Content

February 2, 2021| via UVic Libraries Attention all typewriters, scribblers, and other creators alike! There’s a contest deadline approaching and they’re calling for submissions. It’s called “On the Verge” – a student writing contest with...

Rapid testing in Canada lagging behind

January 14, 2021|CTV News via UVic News Although there are a number of researchers that are concerned about the effectiveness of self-administered rapid tests, there is still a push to distribute them to ensure Canada is staying on top of frequent testing. “Health...

Trudeau’s plan for Indigenous rights

January 11, 2021|Toronto Star via UVic News Those who have spoken within this article emphasize the need for collaborative work amongst the Canadian government and Indigenous peoples. They claim that no matter how difficult the restructuring of certain policies may...