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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

At the galleries: Works capture the vividness of nature

At the galleries: Works capture the vividness of nature

Plus, Oak Bay Artists' Fall Studio Tour runs this month
Four tips for a safe and spooktacular halloween in Greater Victoria

Four tips for a safe and spooktacular halloween in Greater Victoria

Live, laugh, scare safely
Stage fright: Curtain set to rise on Atomic Vaudeville's Halloween cabaret

Stage fright: Curtain set to rise on Atomic Vaudeville's Halloween cabaret

CRONE-O-PHOBIA explores feminist issues with humour and Halloween fun
Victoria cabaret theatre struggled to find home for Halloween show

Victoria cabaret theatre struggled to find home for Halloween show

Atomic Vaudeville’s Halloween show takes place in a new venue for the first time in 88 episodes, and organizers speak to struggle
Love of learning: Retired couple has taken 800 courses together at UVic

Love of learning: Retired couple has taken 800 courses together at UVic

The classes have taken them mentally around the globe and brought them closer together
Greater Victoria events feature the beauty of everyday craft

Greater Victoria events feature the beauty of everyday craft

Words from a Japanese philosopher illustrate the value of Victoria's many winter craft fairs
VIDEO: Janevca restaurant ignites fire in Victoria's dining scene

VIDEO: Janevca restaurant ignites fire in Victoria's dining scene

The restaurant opened Oct. 11 and is part of the multi-million dollar Rosemead House project
Search as fun as the find when shopping Vancouver Island for second-hand

Search as fun as the find when shopping Vancouver Island for second-hand

Consignment and thrifting offer second-hand treasures and the benefits that come with them
'Beloved' Victoria Event Centre closing doors by Oct. 31

'Beloved' Victoria Event Centre closing doors by Oct. 31

The space has played an integral role in supporting local arts, including emerging/early-career artists and those in marginalized communities
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
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