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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

PHOTOS: A taste of history: A day at the Salt Spring Apple Festival

PHOTOS: A taste of history: A day at the Salt Spring Apple Festival

The annual festival offers family-friendly fun and a chance to explore the rich orchard culture on Salt Spring
Companionship after 60? 'Life rewards boldness' says Island dating coach

Companionship after 60? 'Life rewards boldness' says Island dating coach

Though modern dating can be hard to navigate, there are tips to make the process more rewarding
Mama Tina's Bodega serves south Island's Latino population with a taste of home

Mama Tina's Bodega serves south Island's Latino population with a taste of home

Carlos Lopez opened the bodega as an ode to his mother, whose Victoria businesses have created a space of 'home' for Latinos for over three decades
Torch Awards recognize excellence in Vancouver Island businesses

Torch Awards recognize excellence in Vancouver Island businesses

Winners in 15 categories are based on demonstrated ethical and truth-worthy business practices
Doing it 'for the plot': Islanders talk language slang and the way words evolve

Doing it 'for the plot': Islanders talk language slang and the way words evolve

Slang of the past and present reflects how language is a living entity
Back to school joy can be a thing for Vancouver Island retirees, too

Back to school joy can be a thing for Vancouver Island retirees, too

In Victoria, there are plenty of options for lifelong learning
'Life-changing': Inside Island's Indigenous-specific trauma-informed daycare

'Life-changing': Inside Island's Indigenous-specific trauma-informed daycare

The daycare is part of a growing number of 'culturally rich' spaces for children in communities across B.C.
Fat Sisters, Victoria's only plus-size-focused consignment, changing lives

Fat Sisters, Victoria's only plus-size-focused consignment, changing lives

'When you see yourself represented, that is the antidote to shame' said co-owner Brenna Strohschein
VIDEO: Watch a mom give her all in 77 second free Island shopping spree

VIDEO: Watch a mom give her all in 77 second free Island shopping spree

After winning Peninsula Co-op's contest, Christine Norman had a thrilling 77 seconds to grab everything she could off the shelves
Bailey Parker of Virgin Radio ready to 'Rock' annual cancer-busting ride

Bailey Parker of Virgin Radio ready to 'Rock' annual cancer-busting ride

Parker's team has been training since May for Tour de Rock which aims to raise $1,000,000
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