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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Moviegoers petition city to keep downtown movie experiences
If both theatres were to close, it would leave the IMAX in the Royal BC Museum as the lone theatre screening major releases, and Silver City at Tillicum the closest multiplex cinema.
Mark Brennae·Monday, May 12, 2025·3 min
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Victoria YMCA-YWCA moving to Bay Centre
The new Y won’t have a pool, gymnasium, or any racquet sport courts, something an estimated 10-15% of the membership uses.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, May 6, 2025·3 min
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Mother’s Day events in Greater Victoria 2025
From creative workshops and artisan markets to special brunches and lunches, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the mother figure in your life.
Amelia Acedo·Friday, May 2, 2025·2 min
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Want to hold an event here? There are rules
Event organizers can’t drive poles or stakes into the ground and if their event is to go longer than two hours, they may have to provide portable toilets.
Mark Brennae·Thursday, May 1, 2025·3 min
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Plant sales happening in Greater Victoria this month
Get started on your garden with native species, edible plants, and a variety of flowers and herbs.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 30, 2025·2 min
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Liberals trumped Conservatives who didn't pivot, says UVic professor
“Talk about a turn of events." — UVic political scientist Michael Prince
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, April 29, 2025·5 min