News
Protesters clash at Legislature during counter SOGI demonstrations
Marches cancelled as police call for end to demonstrations
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, September 19, 2023·2 min
News.
Every story we’ve filed on Victoria and the South Island — newest first. 1,856 and counting.
News
DFO sold seized tuna after vessel was charged
The illegally-fished tuna went for over $100K
Alexandra Mehl, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Monday, September 18, 2023·2 min
Features
The confusion around restaurant tip outs
Tips are a major part of Victoria restaurant workers’ salaries—but where they end up is the employer’s call
Robyn Bell·Sunday, September 17, 2023·16 min
Features
From the mouths of parents to the ears of babes
It's important for parents to read to their children
Mark Brennae·Sunday, September 17, 2023·2 min
News
Holy Mola! That’s a big fish!
Sunfish sightings continue in Island waters
Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Thursday, September 14, 2023·2 min
News
Doggone debate takes 2-week break in Saanich
Dog owners say the Saanich council needs to take more than a two-week pause to assess the public’s perception of a proposal to limit areas where pets can roam freely in district parks.
Mark Brennae·Wednesday, September 13, 2023·2 min
News
Greg Martel in contempt of court, warrant issued for his apprehension
Alleged Ponzi schemer has failed to comply with court orders, and could face jail time
Zander Sherman·Monday, September 11, 2023·2 min
News
Small island makes history in fight for affordable housing
Has Cortes Island found a way to manage tourism's effect on local housing?
Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Saturday, September 9, 2023·6 min
News
What will two years of drought do to the Island's salmon runs?
Researchers are monitoring how a back-to-back (and early) summer drought will affect fish
Alexandra Mehl, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Tuesday, September 5, 2023·3 min
News
As students return to Victoria, rental scams and unaffordable rates await them
Rental scams and loss of scholarships among consequences plaguing students
Sarah Madsen·Monday, September 4, 2023·13 min
.jpg)
News
“Chaos erupted”: Flair Airlines leaves at least 50 passengers behind at YYJ
Customers say lack of staffing and disorganization led many to miss domestic flights
Robyn Bell·Thursday, August 31, 2023·4 min
News
Company behind cancelled Taylor Swift and ABBA events says venues were never confirmed
The events were cancelled last minute with little explanation to ticket holders
Sarah Madsen·Wednesday, August 30, 2023·3 min
.jpg)
News
Nuu-chah-nulth youth restore clam gardens for future generations
The practice has been used by coastal Indigenous Peoples throughout history.
Alexandra Mehl, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Sunday, August 27, 2023·4 min
News
Oak Bay beach warning was due to record-level bacteria in test results
What it means when local waters record high bacteria, and how you can stay safe
Michelle Gamage, Local Journalism Initiative reporter, The Tyee·Friday, August 25, 2023·5 min
News
Wilder Institute welcomes marmot pups at new Wheatland County facility
The marmots will eventually relocate to natural habitats on Vancouver Island
John Watson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter·Sunday, August 20, 2023·2 min
.jpg)
News
In the waves of the Island's west coast, Indigenous women and youth are reclaiming surfing
A Nuu-chah-nulth surf team is making their own boards and taking to the waves
Alexandra Mehl, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Sunday, August 20, 2023·5 min
News
Satan Wants You directors on the conspiracy that shook Victoria—and the world
New documentary explores the personal aspect of Michelle Remembers
Robyn Bell·Monday, August 14, 2023·4 min
.jpg)
News
Decades of service in Nuu-chah-nulth waters for what could be ‘the last wooden freighter on the coast’
Once an old US Navy vessel, the ship plays a key role for the surrounding community
Alexandra Mehl, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Sunday, August 13, 2023·4 min
News
Victoria HarbourCats reach league finals after record-setting season
Local baseball club caps off dominant home-field summer by giving home crowd a thrilling playoff win
Mark Brennae·Saturday, August 12, 2023·10 min
News
Dragon Boat festival returns to Victoria this weekend
The festival has been a staple event in Victoria for nearly 30 years
Sarah Madsen & Mark Brennae·Thursday, August 10, 2023·2 min
News
Provincial funding and simpler bylaws in sight for secondary suites
Victorians wrestle with pricey construction, complex building rules and fewer tenant protections for these units
Evert Lindquist·Tuesday, August 8, 2023·15 min
News
Burned Out: Pressures Are Taking a Toll on Wildfire Fighters
A record-breaking increase in fires is also increasing how many firefighters BC goes through
Zak Vescera, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Tyee·Friday, August 4, 2023·11 min
News
Saanich petitions province for mental-health measures
Council sends letter asking for more support for police and funding for crisis teams
Mark Brennae·Sunday, July 30, 2023·2 min
.jpg)
News
Indigenous paddlers push off on powerful voyage to reclaim canoe culture across Pacific Northwest
The yearly journey sees members from coastal First Nations reclaim their cultures and honour their ancestors.
Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Wednesday, July 26, 2023·3 min