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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

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.
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
Hullo Ferries workers vote on whether to join union

Hullo Ferries workers vote on whether to join union

The online vote on joining the B.C. Ferry and Marine Workers Union wrapped up Friday for about 80 employees of the passenger service between Nanaimo and Vancouver
B.C. Ferries vessel leaked 800 litres of oil into sea when propeller fell off

B.C. Ferries vessel leaked 800 litres of oil into sea when propeller fell off

The Queen of New Westminster, which serves the busy Swartz Bay-Tsawwassen route, is expected to be out of service until at least the end of this month.
Rail dispute highlights risk to Vancouver Island

Rail dispute highlights risk to Vancouver Island

The dispute hasn’t been settled and the federal labour board has ordered binding arbitration.
After years of effort, derelict boats still plague coastline

After years of effort, derelict boats still plague coastline

A derelict sailboat has been on the sand at Gonzales Beach since a March 27 storm.
Immigrant entrepreneurs finding warm welcome through new program

Immigrant entrepreneurs finding warm welcome through new program

So far, seven newcomer entrepreneurs have signed up for the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce’s New to Canada program.
San Group files second lawsuit against City of Port Alberni

San Group files second lawsuit against City of Port Alberni

Case involves allegations of substandard housing for workers, which company says are untrue.
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