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Sam Duerksen

Sam Duerksen

Since moving to Victoria from Winnipeg in 2020, I’ve 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

Saanich planning stacks up with the province's best

Saanich planning stacks up with the province's best

The district had a strong presence at an awards ceremony from the Planning Institute of British Columbia
UVic researchers dive into Canada's kelp forests in search of blue carbon

UVic researchers dive into Canada's kelp forests in search of blue carbon

Canadian kelp forests may capture and export between 40,000 and 400,000 metric tons of carbon to the deep ocean per year
PHOTOS: 40-plus live acts, roaming performers thrill crowds at FernFest

PHOTOS: 40-plus live acts, roaming performers thrill crowds at FernFest

The festival's 3 stages draws in hundreds of spectators
UVic report targets gaps in care for brain injuries and homelessness

UVic report targets gaps in care for brain injuries and homelessness

'There is plenty of research detailing the burden of these conditions ... but far less on how to best support them'
Near miss: Truck sends tree crashing into yard of Victoria home

Near miss: Truck sends tree crashing into yard of Victoria home

Resident says she missed being struck by truck by seconds
High school students add musical spark to Oak Bay Tea Party

High school students add musical spark to Oak Bay Tea Party

'These kids are amazing,' says chair of the Tea Party
Beautiful views: Oak Bay Tea Party brimming with fun for a 63rd year

Beautiful views: Oak Bay Tea Party brimming with fun for a 63rd year

The outdoor festival at Willows Beach is a community favourite, running from June 6 to 8
Oak Bay mayor puts floating teacup skills up against Olympians seeking revenge

Oak Bay mayor puts floating teacup skills up against Olympians seeking revenge

This will be Kevin Murdoch's fifth race
Before and after photos show startling difference of Saanich park restoration

Before and after photos show startling difference of Saanich park restoration

Neighbourhood groups ask for community support in making their efforts last
Greater Victoria asked to weigh in on region's economic future at open house

Greater Victoria asked to weigh in on region's economic future at open house

Rising Economy Open House is free and will present opportunities to engage in solutions and network
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