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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

Victoria set for another strong cruise season; Nanaimo welcoming first ships since 2019

Victoria set for another strong cruise season; Nanaimo welcoming first ships since 2019

Season starts April 3 when Norwegian Bliss pulls in to Ogden Point to mark the first of 315 visits from ships mainly plying the popular Alaska route.
B.C. Ferries paying full cost of engine fixes for three ships

B.C. Ferries paying full cost of engine fixes for three ships

Three vessels are being refitted with variable-speed motors after problems were discovered with their rotors.
Herring fishery is wrapping up around Vancouver Island

Herring fishery is wrapping up around Vancouver Island

The total allowable catch in the Strait of Georgia was slightly higher than last year.
Lantzville mulls FOG (future old-growth) zones

Lantzville mulls FOG (future old-growth) zones

The new zone, where trees are protected, could be the first of its kind in the province
Sayward councillor resigns amid ongoing friction

Sayward councillor resigns amid ongoing friction

Kohen Gilkin, a first-term councillor in the Village of Sayward, said council is in a ‘sad, sad state’
Work begins on $303.9M Belleville Terminal redevelopment

Work begins on $303.9M Belleville Terminal redevelopment

The first phase includes creation of a temporary terminal by modifying and expanding the wharf at the CPR Steamship building for the FRS Clipper
Micro-unit rental building gets green light in Nanaimo

Micro-unit rental building gets green light in Nanaimo

Units in the project are expected to be 322 to 365 square feet, and the building will take up 100 per cent of its Robson Street lot
Nanaimo calls on provincial and federal governments to help protect rare plant

Nanaimo calls on provincial and federal governments to help protect rare plant

Hosackia pinnata (earlier called Lotus pinnatus), also known as Bog bird’s-foot trefoil, has been the floral emblem of the city since 2010.
Memorial service for Bob the elk set for Sunday afternoon in Youbou

Memorial service for Bob the elk set for Sunday afternoon in Youbou

Believed be about 14 years old when he died, Bob was a familiar sight in Youbou, where he lived for many years
Sayward calling on province to help settle council differences

Sayward calling on province to help settle council differences

In extraordinary circumstances, the Municipal Affairs Ministry can appoint a temporary advisor to help improve communications, clarify roles and facilitate decision-making
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