Politics
News
Two Oak Bay resolutions on student ferry fees and food security endorsed at AVICC
Including $10 post-secondary student fees on BC Ferries.
News
AVICC to hold convention in Victoria this week to advocate for change
There are 40 resolutions.
News
Here’s who British Columbians view as Canada’s best and worst prime ministers
Take a wild guess at who was seen as the worst?
Indigenous
Premier Eby pulls back on DRIPA amendments amid backlash from BC First Nations
After vehemently pushing for changes.
News
Public hearing scheduled for feedback on latest Quadra-McKenzie Plan revisions
More building height reductions have been implemented.
Finance
Saanich approves 2026 budget with property tax hike of 5.35%
Homeowners will pay approximately $215 more this year.
Environment
Advocates warn proposed legislation changes could put BC’s old-growth forests at risk
They want assured protections.
News
Saanich councillor announces bid for mayor in upcoming local elections
So far she is running unopposed.
Charity
‘We are deeply grateful’: Victoria council approves $175K grant for curling club
With the condition the club raises $75,000 by the end of April.
News
BC proposes province-wide, mandatory code of conduct for local governments
And paid parental leave for local officials.
Housing
Saanich creates online portal to track housing progress in the district
As the municipality lags in its provincial housing obligations.