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Olivier Laurin

Olivier Laurin

I'm a bilingual multimedia journalist from Montréal, Québec.

My curiosity drives me to explore the intricate relationships between people and their communities. I'm particularly drawn to stories that expose social injustices, advocate for animal welfare, and highlight captivating individuals.

Beyond journalism, I'm a passionate traveller, music aficionado, devoted movie enthusiast and food lover. You might spot me wandering through nearby forests, as I'm currently training for an ultramarathon that my friends convinced me to tackle.

Email
olivier.laurin@blackpress.ca

Recent Work by Olivier

'Everything will grind to a halt': Saanich gets an earful on Quadra McKenzie Plan

'Everything will grind to a halt': Saanich gets an earful on Quadra McKenzie Plan

Mayor Dean Murdock thanked those who shared input to shape the plan’s future and reflect community needs
Shovels hit the ground for Volvo dealership on Victoria’s Government Street

Shovels hit the ground for Volvo dealership on Victoria’s Government Street

With the new facility set to open in 2026, the dealership will move from Yates and Cook to the 2500 block of Government Street
Planned closures will impact downtown Victoria traffic

Planned closures will impact downtown Victoria traffic

The closures will affect sections of Douglas and Broughton Street
'OMG what a crazy plan': Saanich's vision for McKenzie has residents fuming

'OMG what a crazy plan': Saanich's vision for McKenzie has residents fuming

Residents and road users furious about plans to reduce McKenzie Avenue to one lane each way
Opening Pandora's box: a day in the epicentre of Victoria's homelessness crisis

Opening Pandora's box: a day in the epicentre of Victoria's homelessness crisis

Reporter follows outreach team to explore the reality of Pandora's 900 block
Saanich misses housing target, but council remains optimistic for 2025

Saanich misses housing target, but council remains optimistic for 2025

District added 338 housing units to its stock, falling short of the 440 target, but tripled the number of building permits issued
Event raises $65,000 for Langford family as 6-month-old battles cancer

Event raises $65,000 for Langford family as 6-month-old battles cancer

'Overwhelmed with love': Katie and Ryan Eriksen thank supporters as they navigate baby Faith's cancer journey
Chan’s haunting legacy, the ghostly beheader of Victoria’s Fan Tan Alley

Chan’s haunting legacy, the ghostly beheader of Victoria’s Fan Tan Alley

The spectre of the young man is bound to forevermore linger in the streets of the capital city
PHOTOS: 'Pet-rifying' pooches galore at Victoria's Howl-oween parade

PHOTOS: 'Pet-rifying' pooches galore at Victoria's Howl-oween parade

Families, friends, contestants, and their dogs gathered on the lawn of Victoria’s Carr House for the Howl-oween Pet Parade
BC Ferries passengers from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen face delays

BC Ferries passengers from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen face delays

Little to no place left on sailings tonight and tomorrow morning
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