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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

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
Empathy of Island vet has touched 1,000s of pets and their owners

Empathy of Island vet has touched 1,000s of pets and their owners

Dr. Amanda Booth, founder of Saseenos Vet Services continues to live out her lifelong dream
Iconic Island restaurant Pagliacci's creating culinary magic for 45 years

Iconic Island restaurant Pagliacci's creating culinary magic for 45 years

Victoria eatery has created memories for celebrities, locals and family across generations
Innovation to ignite on stage as Rifflandia returns in September

Innovation to ignite on stage as Rifflandia returns in September

Feist and Oliver Tree are both coming into the festival hot with buzz about their live shows
Here's how Victoria's oldest diner makes their famous hollandaise

Here's how Victoria's oldest diner makes their famous hollandaise

John's Place celebrates 40th anniversary by showcasing their famous eggs benedict
B.C.'s Spiritbox wins Best International Live Artist at Heavy Music Awards

B.C.'s Spiritbox wins Best International Live Artist at Heavy Music Awards

The group scored another big win in an already wildly successful year
Vancouver Island Moon Ceremony & Paddle a 'meaningful' experience

Vancouver Island Moon Ceremony & Paddle a 'meaningful' experience

Nature comes to life as group reconnects with the ocean through meditation and paddleboarding on Brentwood Bay
Victoria Film Festival: still perfectly imperfect after 30 years

Victoria Film Festival: still perfectly imperfect after 30 years

As festival director for 27 years, Kathy Kay has rolled with the reels, and the ride's not over yet
'Overwhelming' response to new low-cost spay and neuter cruiser in Victoria

'Overwhelming' response to new low-cost spay and neuter cruiser in Victoria

The clinic, started by a passionate volunteer, will tentatively open Aug. 20
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