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Sam Duerksen

Sam Duerksen

Since moving to Victoria from Winnipeg in 2020, I鈥檝e worked in communications for non-profits and arts organizations. In Winnipeg, I worked for Red River College as a Sustainability Coordinator, enjoyed a stint up in Wasagaming with Parks Canada, and got my start in journalism with The Uniter newspaper. With a degree in Film and extended education in journalism, sociology and environmental design, I bring a passion for storytelling, social issues and the arts to my role. I love to uncover great things happening in our community and shine a light on the incredible people I get to meet through my career.

Email
sam.duerksen@blackpress.ca

Recent Work by Sam

Soaring above the pavement: Meet B.C.'s silver-haired skateboarders

Soaring above the pavement: Meet B.C.'s silver-haired skateboarders

Three men, close to 60 or beyond, explain why they're still doing an inherently risky sport
4 day trips to take from major hubs on Vancouver Island

4 day trips to take from major hubs on Vancouver Island

Geological wonders, favourite foodie spots, and adventurous activities are all easily accessible from Victoria and Nanaimo
10 of the best Vancouver Island beaches to experience

10 of the best Vancouver Island beaches to experience

How many have you been to?
B.C. author has incredible memories of tackling the West Coast Trail 25+ times

B.C. author has incredible memories of tackling the West Coast Trail 25+ times

Wayne Aitken captures it all in the best seller Blisters and Bliss: The Trekker's Guide to the West Coast Trail
Parents challenge B.C.'s 'Pride Puppy' in U.S. court as book kids shouldn't have to read

Parents challenge B.C.'s 'Pride Puppy' in U.S. court as book kids shouldn't have to read

U.S. Supreme Court to hear arguments from group of Maryland parents who want children excused from class reading of Pride Puppy
On shaky ground: assessing Vancouver Island infrastructure risk in a major quake

On shaky ground: assessing Vancouver Island infrastructure risk in a major quake

Experts assess the readiness of B.C.'s capital for the next big earthquake
B.C. businesses navigate retail minefield in midst of tariff war

B.C. businesses navigate retail minefield in midst of tariff war

While shoppers are avoiding U.S.-made goods, many small local retailers can't remove all the products due to the cost
Hours after giving birth, MLA casts vote from Victoria hospital

Hours after giving birth, MLA casts vote from Victoria hospital

MLA for Esquimalt-Colwood, Darlene Rotchford, welcomes Josephine Rotchford into the world
B.C. seismologist says recent quakes don't mean the 'Big One' is on its way

B.C. seismologist says recent quakes don't mean the 'Big One' is on its way

There likely won't be any reliable warning signs prior to the next megaquake, he says
Let your love grow: B.C. shops offer perfect plants for Valentine鈥檚

Let your love grow: B.C. shops offer perfect plants for Valentine鈥檚

If you're looking for something botanical that lasts longer than cut flowers, try these
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