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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

Nanaimo RCMP seek public help in latest shooting

Nanaimo RCMP seek public help in latest shooting

Both of the men who were shot in separate incidents in Nanaimo last week remain in hospital.
Protesters worried Malahat upgrades will harm ecosystem

Protesters worried Malahat upgrades will harm ecosystem

“There are so many people that depend on the Goldstream River for food security through the winter.”
'One of the most generous hearts:' Nanaimo shooting victim in hospital in a coma

'One of the most generous hearts:' Nanaimo shooting victim in hospital in a coma

Clint Smith went into his latest surgery with a bullet from a .22 rifle in his abdomen, said Paul Leslie, a retired pastor at a Nanaimo church who is speaking for the family.
Man shot amid effort to recover stolen property at Nanaimo encampment

Man shot amid effort to recover stolen property at Nanaimo encampment

A Nanaimo businessman and supporters had arrived at an encampment located down a steep slope next to the Millstone River to retrieve stolen property spotted at the site.
Federal government mum on whether it will support Island rail proposal

Federal government mum on whether it will support Island rail proposal

The deadline for the federal government to decide if it will commit money for Island rail is Tuesday, but there’s been no word on any decision.
B.C. Ferries launches new app for mobile devices

B.C. Ferries launches new app for mobile devices

The app will help customers check current conditions, make bookings, see sailing status and check estimated deck space, among other options.
B.C. Ferries struggles with rising costs, shortage of staff

B.C. Ferries struggles with rising costs, shortage of staff

Employee turnover is high, mid-life upgrades for ships are being deferred, and maintenance costs for its aging fleet and infrastructure have jumped.
Staff shortage puts Sunday ferry sailings in question

Staff shortage puts Sunday ferry sailings in question

The 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. sailings out of Swartz Bay and the 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. sailings from Tsawwassen are at risk, B.C. Ferries said.
First Nation says it's the end of the line for Island railway

First Nation says it's the end of the line for Island railway

The chief of the nation that filed a court case in hopes of winning its land back from the railway right-of-way says there is no business case to re-invest in the corridor
No overnight sheltering in Beacon Hill Park, B.C. Court of Appeal rules

No overnight sheltering in Beacon Hill Park, B.C. Court of Appeal rules

The court upheld a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that overnight sheltering is not a permitted use under the terms of the park’s trust.
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