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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

Work underway at Swartz Bay to create more room for Salish-class ferries

Work underway at Swartz Bay to create more room for Salish-class ferries

The $20-million project also includes upgrades to the Lands End terminal building
San Group owes province close to $22 million in stumpage fees

San Group owes province close to $22 million in stumpage fees

It is the company’s intention to pay off the money owing as soon as possible, a San Group spokesman said.
Legislative precinct facing 'ongoing space pressures'

Legislative precinct facing 'ongoing space pressures'

The legislative chamber, committee rooms, MLA offices, caucus spaces and staff areas are reaching capacity, says a posting for a consultant.
Enforcement suspended for people living in some Nanaimo RV parks

Enforcement suspended for people living in some Nanaimo RV parks

Bylaw enforcement of stay limits has been suspended for people living in RVs where it's permitted, provided there’s no safety risk and no damage to the environment
Seaspan says government needs to financially support shipbuilding or ferries will not be built in B.C.

Seaspan says government needs to financially support shipbuilding or ferries will not be built in B.C.

The company notes that other provinces, such as Quebec, support their shipyards by requiring vessels to be built domestically and providing tax credits, forgivable loans and grants
Lightkeepers asked to step in after marine radio channel fails

Lightkeepers asked to step in after marine radio channel fails

A former lightkeeper says the incident shows the importance of staffed lightstations
B.C. Ferries advises booking ahead as long weekends approach with vessel out for repairs

B.C. Ferries advises booking ahead as long weekends approach with vessel out for repairs

The Queen of New Westminster is out for repairs until spring, reducing capacity on the Swartz Bay-Tsawwassen route.
Nanaimo drug-trafficking arrests show dangers of 'safe' drug sites: B.C. Conservatives

Nanaimo drug-trafficking arrests show dangers of 'safe' drug sites: B.C. Conservatives

Nanaimo RCMP announced Tuesday that they had arrested two people for drug trafficking and possession of a prohibited firearm after responding to a complaint about drug dealing on Cavan Street.
UBCM delegates call for halt to destaffing west coast lightstations

UBCM delegates call for halt to destaffing west coast lightstations

Local politicians meeting in Vancouver supported a motion calling on the coast guard not to pull lightkeepers from the Carmanah Point and Pachena Point stations
Tseshaht First Nation gets $16.45M for economic development

Tseshaht First Nation gets $16.45M for economic development

The 1,300-member nation near Port Alberni already has development plans that include partnering on a new hotel
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