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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

Victoria's Rifflandia Festival adds a day and freezes ticket prices

Victoria's Rifflandia Festival adds a day and freezes ticket prices

Tickets go on pre-sale May 2
Discarding throwaway culture: Victoria festival shines light on slow design

Discarding throwaway culture: Victoria festival shines light on slow design

Slow design is an 'increasingly prominent movement' says local design group
Soaring above the pavement: Meet Victoria's silver-haired skateboarders

Soaring above the pavement: Meet Victoria's silver-haired skateboarders

Three men, close to 60 or beyond, explain why they're still doing an inherently risky sport
Brentwood Bay Resort chef finds source of gourmet meals are just up the road

Brentwood Bay Resort chef finds source of gourmet meals are just up the road

New at the helm, chef Aaron Turner has crafted a menu that ties Brentwood Bay Resort to the beautiful lands it sits on
10 of the best Vancouver Island beaches to experience

10 of the best Vancouver Island beaches to experience

How many have you been to?
4 day trips to take from major hubs on Vancouver Island

4 day trips to take from major hubs on Vancouver Island

Geological wonders, favourite foodie spots, and adventurous activities are all easily accessible from Victoria and Nanaimo
Victoria author has incredible memories of tackling the West Coast Trail 25+ times

Victoria author has incredible memories of tackling the West Coast Trail 25+ times

Wayne Aitken captures it all in the best seller Blisters and Bliss: The Trekker's Guide to the West Coast Trail
VIDEO: High-flying thrills as Europa Super Circus lands in Saanichton

VIDEO: High-flying thrills as Europa Super Circus lands in Saanichton

The Europa Super Circus, from Europe, makes its Canadian debut
Dream a little dream of tea in Oak Bay

Dream a little dream of tea in Oak Bay

A tea party at home can be the perfect way to bring some fun and light into your day
U.S. Supreme Court to hear case involving Victoria-published children’s book

U.S. Supreme Court to hear case involving Victoria-published children’s book

U.S. Supreme Court to hear arguments from group of Maryland parents who want children excused from class reading of Pride Puppy
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