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Carla Wilson

Carla Wilson

Carla Wilson is a long-time Times Colonist reporter covering business, up-Island stories and whatever else comes up. She has a particular interest in marine-related news. Born in Victoria, Carla graduated in political science from UVic, was in the co-op writing program and worked as a B.C. Legislative intern. A fourth-generation Victorian, Carla has worked in communities around the province such as Smithers, Terrace, Prince George and Williams Lake.

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Recent Work by Carla

NDP MPs call out feds for failing to consult First Nations about lightstation plan

NDP MPs call out feds for failing to consult First Nations about lightstation plan

The 12 MPs say the federal government failed to uphold its legal obligations when it did not consult with First Nations about destaffing two Island lightstations
B.C. Ferries aims to add seven new major vessels to its fleet

B.C. Ferries aims to add seven new major vessels to its fleet

A request for proposals to design and build the diesel-electric hybrid ferries was issued on Monday.
Chemainus woman raises alarm after accidentally touching bat with rabies

Chemainus woman raises alarm after accidentally touching bat with rabies

Melanye Walker, who had to undergo a series of vaccinations, says she didn’t realize how important it was to get treated after a bat encounter
New affordable rentals announced for Island Indigenous communities

New affordable rentals announced for Island Indigenous communities

A total of 173 homes will be constructed on reserves and 292 off-reserve homes will be built on Vancouver Island.
B.C. Ferries looking to use third party for its whistleblower system

B.C. Ferries looking to use third party for its whistleblower system

The company has issued a request for information, with Sept. 23 set as the deadline for submissions.
Snuneymuxw First Nation buying Elements Casino in View Royal

Snuneymuxw First Nation buying Elements Casino in View Royal

The sale price has not been made public, but the six-storey building on 4.7 acres is assessed at $20.8 million.
Hullo Ferries workers vote to join union

Hullo Ferries workers vote to join union

Workers voted nearly 85 per cent in favour of joining the B.C. Ferry and Marine Workers Union
Worker slapped after hedge trimming riles sleeping woman in Oak Bay

Worker slapped after hedge trimming riles sleeping woman in Oak Bay

The landscaper was working when a 49-year-old woman became irate, slapped the worker on the cheek and left the area.
Seaweed is creating food, fertilizer, cosmetics — and Island jobs

Seaweed is creating food, fertilizer, cosmetics — and Island jobs

Seaweed is being used in everything from food products, such as sushi and ice cream, to fertilizer, cosmetic creams and lotions
Divers find ferry's propeller on sea floor

Divers find ferry's propeller on sea floor

The 60-year-old ferry was pulled from service after the incident Tuesday morning, which saw 800 litres of light hydraulic fluid leak into marine waters.
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