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Iconic Hermann’s Jazz Club to close next month
The jazz club, housed in a city-owned building, will be ending its lease May 1.
Robyn Bell·Friday, March 20, 2026·3 min
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UVic-led study highlights the species hit hardest by the 2021 heat dome
Nearly all Bay mussels in BC were killed off during the weeklong event, but sea lettuce thrived.
Robyn Bell·Sunday, March 15, 2026·3 min
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A fungus that could wipe out Island bat colonies detected in Metro Vancouver
White-nose syndrome has devastated bat populations throughout North America—and it's inching closer to the Island.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, March 10, 2026·3 min
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3 big events announced for Victoria in 2026
From music and food to FIFA World Cup viewings, the warmer weather will bring some fun to the capital city.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 9, 2026·3 min
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Saanich mayor condemns vandalism at PKOLS Mount Douglas Park
“We want people to continue to be able to exercise their dogs, but the alternative may be to have dogs on-leash only, which nobody wants.” — Saanich Mayor Dean Murdock
Mark Brennae, Local Journalism Initiative·Friday, March 6, 2026·3 min
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Warning labels on alcohol could reduce cancer rates, says UVic study
Researchers examined how different alcohol policies could reduce drinking and its related health risks.
Robyn Bell·Friday, March 6, 2026·3 min
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In search of friends? LampPost Social wants to hang with you
The local event group is helping to build community in Greater Victoria.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 2, 2026·5 min
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Could shifting gears from forestry to tourism become a big BC payoff?
With over 400 Indigenous tourism-related businesses open in 2023 supporting 9,962 jobs, First Nations may be just “scratching the surface” of an industry filled with opportunity.
Nora O'Malley, Local Journalism Initiative, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Monday, March 2, 2026·8 min
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A Year of Coastal Forest Wonder
Some memberships collect dust; this one collects views.
Malahat Skywalk·Sunday, March 1, 2026·2 min
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Daylight saving time to become permanent in BC
This Sunday will mark the last daylight saving time change in BC.
Robyn Bell·Sunday, March 1, 2026·3 min
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Events happening in Greater Victoria this March
Whether you're drawn to the dance floor, the concert hall, or a cozy seat at a local venue with a drink in hand, March in Victoria makes it easy to say yes to something new.
Emily Edwards·Friday, February 27, 2026·23 min
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2 Central Saanich dads just made summer camp planning a lot less painful
Co-founder Craig Frew says he thinks he speaks for many parents when he says it’s difficult to put together a summer plan for their kids because there's no centralized place to compare the myriad options.
Mark Brennae, Local Journalism Initiative·Wednesday, February 25, 2026·4 min
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343 Islanders killed by toxic drugs in 2025, lowest death toll in years
BC saw 1,826 drug-related deaths last year—nearly 500 fewer than the previous year.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, February 19, 2026·4 min
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Community impact isn’t a campaign—it’s a practice
Community impact isn’t something you add on once you’ve “made it.” For local businesses, it’s part of how you make it through.
Victoria Digital Marketing Agency·Thursday, February 12, 2026·2 min
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Free Family Day events in Greater Victoria
There's lots to do this Family Day long weekend, from free swims and skates to dance parties and art projects.
Robyn Bell·Monday, February 9, 2026·3 min
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Victoria podcast helping people access therapy to return for 2nd season
The three-part season will follow eight people as they learn to navigate the mental-health-care system.
Robyn Bell·Sunday, February 8, 2026·3 min
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BC pauses $162M Malahat-widening project amid environmental concerns for Goldstream
Carl Olsen, who has spent more than three years protesting the project, says BC should consider alternative traffic-calming measures on the Malahat.
Robyn Bell·Friday, February 6, 2026·4 min
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Builders welcome CRD permit changes but question efficiency gains
Casey Edge of the Victoria Residential Builders Association thinks Kulmala hit the nail on the head when he said what really matters is how the new bylaw is carried out.
Mark Brennae, Local Journalism Initiative·Tuesday, February 3, 2026·3 min
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Events happening in Greater Victoria this February
There's plenty to do in Victoria this month, from Family Day and Valentine's Day to the VI Whisky Festival and Baroque Festival.
Emily Edwards·Monday, February 2, 2026·25 min
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Black History events happening in Greater Victoria 2026
There are opportunities to learn about Black history in BC and on the Island all month long
Robyn Bell·Thursday, January 29, 2026·3 min
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BC Green party calls for consumer coolness toward Pattison companies over potential ICE deal
The BC Greens are urging a boycott of The Jim Pattison Group over the company's potential real estate deal with ICE, concerning human rights and corporate accountability.
Mark Brennae, Local Journalism Initiative·Sunday, January 25, 2026·4 min
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Native plant seeds from critically endangered Garry Oak ecosystems to be preserved
Seeds from the meadowlands will be preserved in the event of an environmental disaster.
Hope Lompe, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Gabriola Sounder·Thursday, January 22, 2026·3 min
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Lighthouse brewery, tasting room to close this month, Phillips swallows brands
Co-owner and GM Ben Thomas said the Lighthouse tasting room will be open until the end of the month—there’s a big thank-you party on Saturday—and it will hand off its stable of suds to Phillips, effective Sunday.
Mark Brennae, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, January 19, 2026·3 min
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'We thought we had an agreement': Dog owners push back on Panama Flats bylaw discussion postponement
"They never had a deal because there’s been no decision,” Saanich Coun. Karen Harper tells Capital Daily.
Mark Brennae, Local Journalism Initiative·Saturday, January 17, 2026·3 min