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Elections

Premier Eby announces snap election amid BC Conservative disarray

The provincial election will take place on Saturday, October 24th.

Featured

Wildfire near Sooke grows to 35 hectares amid five out-of-control Vancouver Island fires

Smoke from the Sooke-area wildfire is visible across Greater Victoria.

Branded

Sip your way through dozens of craft drinks at this new Malahat Skywalk festival

And they’re offering transportation to the event!

News

Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigns as BC Conservative leader after months of turmoil

“I have listened. I have reflected.”

Food and Drinks

This Victoria restaurant is among Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants finalists for 2026

And they only seat 16 people!

News

Here’s what Victorians can expect when BC skips the fall time change

Victoria could soon be one hour ahead of Washington state!

Arts

Royal BC Museum book launch celebrates Victoria’s first female photo entrepreneur

On October 1st.

Concerts

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, September 23rd

Groove to some R&B at a free backyard show or head to a spotlight on a local filmmaker!

Elections

Victoria mayor ‘disappointed’ in Premier Eby’s choice to call provincial election in October

Because of its proximity to the upcoming local elections.

Fire

Out-of-control Mount Jack wildfire near Sooke doubles to 100 hectares in hours

The fire has been ruled as human caused.

Environment

Saanich recognized with multiple provincial climate action awards

For its work on the Tillcum Green Infrastructure Project.

Royal BC Museum book launch celebrates Victoria’s first female photo entrepreneur

1 hour ago

On October 1st.

Concerts

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, September 23rd

2 hours ago

Groove to some R&B at a free backyard show or head to a spotlight on a local filmmaker!

Elections

Victoria mayor ‘disappointed’ in Premier Eby’s choice to call provincial election in October

2 hours ago

Because of its proximity to the upcoming local elections.

Fire

Out-of-control Mount Jack wildfire near Sooke doubles to 100 hectares in hours

3 hours ago

The fire has been ruled as human caused.

Environment

Saanich recognized with multiple provincial climate action awards

3 hours ago

For its work on the Tillcum Green Infrastructure Project.

Elections

Premier Eby announces snap election amid BC Conservative disarray

5 hours ago

The provincial election will take place on Saturday, October 24th.

Crime

VicPD officer requests review after OPCC recommends his dismissal

5 hours ago

He was found to have lied about use of force.

News

4 Vancouver Island hotels earn spots in Michelin Guide’s 2026 Key hotel list

7 hours ago

With one receiving three keys.

Healthcare

New urgent and primary care centre coming to Sooke as part of housing development

7 hours ago

Work will begin soon.

Community

Victoria’s LampPost Social launches fundraiser in hopes of expanding nationwide

7 hours ago

The fundraiser just went up!

Crime

Police drone tracks down suspect after bear spray incident in Saanich

21 hours ago

Several customers inside the store were also affected by the bear spray.

Fire

Wildfire near Sooke grows to 35 hectares amid five out-of-control Vancouver Island fires

1 day ago

Smoke from the Sooke-area wildfire is visible across Greater Victoria.

Comedy

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Tuesday, September 22nd

1 day ago

Australian comedian Josh Thomas is in town!

News

BC election calendar lays out fall voting dates amid political turmoil

1 day ago

And it could happen soon.

Branded

Sip your way through dozens of craft drinks at this new Malahat Skywalk festival

1 day ago

And they’re offering transportation to the event!

Crime

Witnesses sought after arrest of Saanich man in connection with assault at residence: IIO

1 day ago

He was injured during the arrest on Woodhall Drive.

News

Here’s what’s next for the long-vacant Oak Bay Lodge site

1 day ago

The 3.9-acre property has been vacant since 2020.

Weather

Cooler temperatures and clouds expected across Greater Victoria this week

1 day ago

With some chilly overnight temps.

News

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Premier Eby announces snap election amid BC Conservative disarray

Wildfire near Sooke grows to 35 hectares amid five out-of-control Vancouver Island fires

Sip your way through dozens of craft drinks at this new Malahat Skywalk festival

Kerry-Lynne Findlay resigns as BC Conservative leader after months of turmoil

This Victoria restaurant is among Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants finalists for 2026

Here’s what Victorians can expect when BC skips the fall time change

Royal BC Museum book launch celebrates Victoria’s first female photo entrepreneur

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, September 23rd

Victoria mayor ‘disappointed’ in Premier Eby’s choice to call provincial election in October

Out-of-control Mount Jack wildfire near Sooke doubles to 100 hectares in hours

Saanich recognized with multiple provincial climate action awards

Royal BC Museum book launch celebrates Victoria’s first female photo entrepreneur

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, September 23rd

Victoria mayor ‘disappointed’ in Premier Eby’s choice to call provincial election in October

Out-of-control Mount Jack wildfire near Sooke doubles to 100 hectares in hours

Saanich recognized with multiple provincial climate action awards

Premier Eby announces snap election amid BC Conservative disarray

VicPD officer requests review after OPCC recommends his dismissal

4 Vancouver Island hotels earn spots in Michelin Guide’s 2026 Key hotel list

New urgent and primary care centre coming to Sooke as part of housing development

Victoria’s LampPost Social launches fundraiser in hopes of expanding nationwide

Police drone tracks down suspect after bear spray incident in Saanich

Wildfire near Sooke grows to 35 hectares amid five out-of-control Vancouver Island fires

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Tuesday, September 22nd

BC election calendar lays out fall voting dates amid political turmoil

Sip your way through dozens of craft drinks at this new Malahat Skywalk festival

Witnesses sought after arrest of Saanich man in connection with assault at residence: IIO

Here’s what’s next for the long-vacant Oak Bay Lodge site

Cooler temperatures and clouds expected across Greater Victoria this week

Sip your way through dozens of craft drinks at this new Malahat Skywalk festival

This waterfront restaurant is the perfect spot for group dining in Victoria

Vancouver Island’s most impressive homes are up for 2026 CARE Awards

This Victoria clinic is offering free hair loss consultations for men

New downtown Victoria rental community Spencer Block just started leasing

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