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Connor McDowell

Connor McDowell

I began my journey at the Record in May 2023. My educational background includes studying journalism at the University of King's College in Halifax. I also hold a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Victoria.

I enjoy combining economics with journalism, focusing on the intricate connections between people, behaviours, societal impacts and policy decisions.

Email
connor.mcdowell@comoxvalleyrecord.com

Recent Work by Connor

‘Common sense, no more woke’: Poilievre tour hits Courtenay

‘Common sense, no more woke’: Poilievre tour hits Courtenay

Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre offers short one-on-one interview Friday morning
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Retired Canadian military chief finds peace on Vancouver Island

Retired Canadian military chief finds peace on Vancouver Island

Former four-star general Raymond Henault moves from top gun to tranquil skies
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Island thrift store closure thwarted in just 10 hours by community support

Island thrift store closure thwarted in just 10 hours by community support

Lake Trail Thrift Store in Courtenay put out a call for help on Thursday morning
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Retaining wall failure could pose risk of death, Courtenay tells residents

Retaining wall failure could pose risk of death, Courtenay tells residents

City working on fix for residents above riverside wall that has been monitored since 2016
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B.C. teen makes Team Canada, just like dad said she would a week before he died

B.C. teen makes Team Canada, just like dad said she would a week before he died

Courtenay’s Jessica Postle ‘living the (rugby) dream’ in memory of her dad
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B.C. woman comes face to face with black bear on Vancouver Island

B.C. woman comes face to face with black bear on Vancouver Island

Peggy Street’s curiosity led her to danger, but black bear was preoccupied
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As finale looms, a Q&A with B.C. finalists of The Amazing Race Canada

As finale looms, a Q&A with B.C. finalists of The Amazing Race Canada

TV show’s season finale will air Sept. 19. Tyler and Kayleen talk what’s next
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Two Vancouver Island teams chasing ‘The Amazing Race Canada’

Two Vancouver Island teams chasing ‘The Amazing Race Canada’

Scuba diver and Paralympian face-off against business coach and fitness trainer
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VIDEO: ‘Disgustingly cute’ marmots start new life on B.C. ski hill

VIDEO: ‘Disgustingly cute’ marmots start new life on B.C. ski hill

Year-old pups join the wild on Vancouver Island after being born and raised in captivity
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VIDEO: Thieves ram through B.C. dealership door in stolen truck to steal another one

VIDEO: Thieves ram through B.C. dealership door in stolen truck to steal another one

Masked and gloved team of two escapes with two cars after early-morning spree in Courtenay
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