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Hand-drawn panorama of Victoria's Inner Harbour — lighthouse and cherry blossom on the left, a ferry on the water, Parliament and the park on the right.
Issue 1,256 · Saturday, June 27, 2026PrivacyTermsEthics© Capital Daily Media Ltd. Victoria, BC
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Saanich group says it may have the numbers to stall operations centre AAP

The group of Saanich residents says it delivered 8,276 hard-copy electoral response forms (ERFs) to Saanich Municipal Hall on Wednesday, the final day to vote to reject Saanich’s ask to borrow $150M for the project.

Mark Brennae·Wednesday, June 25, 2025·4 min

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It's been 50 years: Are you ready to go back into the water?

Victoria author-journalist Mark Leiren-Young remembers seeing Jaws as a kid in a movie theatre in Vancouver and being 'frigging terrified.' He wasn’t alone.

Mark Brennae·Wednesday, June 18, 2025·6 min

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Province ends treatment funding for terminally ill Langford girl

Clinical evidence indicates that once a patient’s motor and language functions begin to slow, Brineura therapy is no longer beneficial in slowing the disease, the provincial health minister said.

Mark Brennae·Tuesday, June 17, 2025·3 min

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BC Housing denies expansion of Saanich shelter, despite saying it would earmark funding for it

Victoria Native Friendship Centre was told money would be set aside to double shelter capacity, but BC Housing says the application was filed wrong.

Robyn Bell·Tuesday, June 17, 2025·3 min

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Photo challenge could give a 'peak' into the past

Participants can use their GPS to find the exact spot where the photos were taken, and take a photo with their cellphone camera.

Abigail Popple, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Rocky Mountain Goat·Monday, June 16, 2025·4 min

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Victoria unveils new community safety plan

The draft plan, which includes 95 recommendations, will be reviewed by city council on Thursday

Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 15, 2025·4 min

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Victoria mayor apologizes for Dowler Place rollout

Mayor Alto says the access hub has helped 75 people so far, but North Park residents previously criticized the lack community engagement

Robyn Bell·Wednesday, June 11, 2025·4 min

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BC Ferries faces backlash for choosing China to build new ships

The company’s decision to award the construction of four new vessels to a Chinese state-owned shipyard has sparked fierce condemnation from political leaders and union representatives.

Dean Broughton·Wednesday, June 11, 2025·3 min

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More overdose prevention sites likely coming to hospitals across BC

The province's announcement has Victoria harm-reduction activists cautiously optimistic.

Michelle Gamage, Local Journalism Initiative reporter, The Tyee·Tuesday, June 10, 2025·5 min

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Diverse Destinations: A new presentation series for disabled world travellers

With a little ingenuity, patience and problem solving, almost any destination is possible

Lubna El Elaimy·Tuesday, June 10, 2025·3 min

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Saving the Southern Resident killer whales: how VR and community science drive real change

Victoria residents can 'experience' swimming with orcas—and learn about their survival challenges—during Ocean Week

Charles Campbell·Thursday, June 5, 2025·4 min

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UVic study: understanding kelp forests could be key to Canada's net-zero emissions goal

Early research suggests Canada's kelp forests can capture a combined 40K-400K tonnes of carbon each year.

Robyn Bell·Thursday, June 5, 2025·4 min

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BC’s gender pay gap is shrinking, but still one of the largest in Canada

The province had the fourth-highest gender pay gap in Canada

Robyn Bell·Monday, June 2, 2025·2 min

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Broken Butterfly is a mother-daughter story of love, pain, and terror

The story is peppered with Erin’s first-hand insight in the form of despairing journal excerpts describing three years of captivity, drugs, and sexual exploitation.

Mark Brennae·Monday, June 2, 2025·6 min

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Illegal short-term rental listings in BC must be removed from sites, starting today

For years, Victoria struggled to enforce limits on non-compliant AirBnBs and other STRs. A new provincial push may change that

Cameron Welch·Sunday, June 1, 2025·2 min

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Your guide to Ocean Week Victoria 2025 events

Celebrate World Ocean Day with a week of events, festivals, and activities that connect Greater Victoria to the wonders of the Salish Sea.

Amelia Acedo·Wednesday, May 28, 2025·11 min

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Local leaders voice opposition to BC’s proposed infrastructure act

South Island mayors, First Nation chiefs, and MLAs have said the bill could allow new projects to skip environmental and Indigenous consultations.

Robyn Bell·Tuesday, May 27, 2025·4 min

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Wind, rain, and ruin: Iconic wilderness trails limp into summer after storm season

Weather damage raises issue of how much 'climate-proofing' (and funding) Island's west coast will need

Rochelle Baker, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Canada's National Observer·Tuesday, May 27, 2025·4 min

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Events happening in Greater Victoria this June

Summer kicks off in style with outdoor festivals, farmers markets, foodie events, and family-friendly fun all across Greater Victoria.

Amelia Acedo·Friday, May 23, 2025·8 min

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Celebrate culture and community at Awakening Chinatown 2025

Check out the lion dances, calligraphy, fortune telling, Chinese opera, and more at this annual festival.

Amelia Acedo·Friday, May 23, 2025·3 min

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Province orders Oak Bay to change bylaws to meet housing targets

The municipality is one of two in BC to be called out by the housing minister for slow progress.

Robyn Bell·Wednesday, May 21, 2025·3 min

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Celebrating 12 years and 20,000 young tennis players

Since 2013, the Society for Kids at Tennis has transformed underserved children's lives through sport.

Lubna El Elaimy·Tuesday, May 20, 2025·2 min

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Key findings from inquest into UVic student’s on-campus death

The inquest finished this week, with the jury making 10 recommendations to prevent similar deaths.

Robyn Bell·Thursday, May 15, 2025·8 min

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Your 2025 guide to Victoria’s farmers markets

Fresh produce, local artisans, and community vibes—here’s where to shop local this season.

Amelia Acedo·Tuesday, May 13, 2025·9 min
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