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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.

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Recent Work by Olivier

Louis Maruk crowned champion as Royal Victoria Marathon sees record turnout

Louis Maruk crowned champion as Royal Victoria Marathon sees record turnout

Vancouver’s Louis Marmar Maruk wins in 2:24:29; Lethbridge’s Cassandra de Winter first woman in 2:39:51
UVic's new law building built on foundation of Indigenous teachings

UVic's new law building built on foundation of Indigenous teachings

The 2,440-square-metre building was carefully designed to reflect Coast Salish teachings rooted in Indigenous law
Opium trail: how the unassuming poppy became the root of B.C.’s drug crisis

Opium trail: how the unassuming poppy became the root of B.C.’s drug crisis

Black Press Media delves into the roots of today’s deadly opioid crisis
Ideas to reality: research centre open doors for B.C. business innovation

Ideas to reality: research centre open doors for B.C. business innovation

1 of only 3 applied research centres in B.C., Vancouver Island's Camosun Innovates showcases boundless potential
One step closer: Saanich agrees to work with Victoria on amalgamation question

One step closer: Saanich agrees to work with Victoria on amalgamation question

The two communities would need to jointly draft the question for it to appear on the fall 2026 ballot
Kitten companions lead to intermittent jail time for Victoria acid attacker

Kitten companions lead to intermittent jail time for Victoria acid attacker

Sean James O’Reilly, 53, sentenced to 49 days in jail for what judge called 'predatory' attacks on womens' pantyhose
Man who hogtied, killed Saanich neighbour found not criminally responsible

Man who hogtied, killed Saanich neighbour found not criminally responsible

Scott Matheson was found not criminally responsible due to mental disorder for the death of Robert Dobronay
To new beginnings: B.C. university welcomes 2,000 first-year students

To new beginnings: B.C. university welcomes 2,000 first-year students

Hundreds of first-year students and their parents said their final good-byes as the new school year begins
Del Manak Day: VicPD retiring chief bids last farewell to Victoria

Del Manak Day: VicPD retiring chief bids last farewell to Victoria

In his final days, Del Manak toured the capital city to celebrate his legacy and spread smiles
Police prepare for return to Greater Victoria schools after 2-year absence

Police prepare for return to Greater Victoria schools after 2-year absence

Saanich police will assign 6 officers to cover 52 schools across two districts, including 21 in SD61
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