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Hey Happy to open new location on Cook
The cafe's Cook Street Village location will be its third.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, July 14, 2026·4 min
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Italian Deli changing hands after decades of being family-run
After 41 years, the downtown Victoria deli will have new operators.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, July 28, 2026·4 min read
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BC craft beer makers welcome federal tax break
The federal government has extended the cap on annual alcohol excise tax increases, meaning companies that produce beer, wine, and spirits will pay 2% instead of a higher rate in line with inflation.
Mark Brennae·Tuesday, March 31, 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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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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Changes to immigration policies hurting Victoria restaurant workers
Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 10, 2025·8 min
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Single-use bylaw enacted by Victoria includes opt-out options
Customers ordering food over third-party apps can still request single-use items
Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, September 9, 2024·3 min
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Victoria to host first-ever Caribbean Carnival this weekend
i-Land Festival will take over Centennial Square for two days of music, dance, food, and fun.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, August 21, 2024·3 min