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Good evening, Victoria!

Sunny, then cloudy, then sunny again, then back to the clouds. At least it stayed pretty nice out there, and we’ll happily take that for October!

Our team has been busy today keeping up with everything happening around the region. We’ve put together a full guide to the candidates running in Greater Victoria’s upcoming local elections, and there’s plenty more happening as election season continues to heat up.

We also have a fun one for anyone who regularly grabs a coffee around town. The City of Victoria’s reusable cup campaign is back this October, and simply bringing your own cup to participating local businesses could land you some pretty great prizes.

It’s an easy way to support local, cut down on waste and potentially get rewarded for something you might already be doing.

Along with everything else you need to catch up on from around Greater Victoria today.

Enjoy the rest of your Tuesday, and we’ll be back tomorrow!

Today’s roundup · 11 stories
Top story
Lifestyle
5 Vancouver Island resorts named among the best in Canada
Not bad for a list of 15!
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The LatestToday in Victoria
News
Trans Canada Trail calling on feds to renew funding to maintain trail network
It includes Lochside Trail, Dallas Road and the Galloping Goose
Charity
Our Place Society prepares to serve over 600 Thanksgiving meals this week
For the unhoused community and those who cannot afford Thanksgiving dinner.
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More Around the Region
Books
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, October 7th 
Head to a free backyard concert or a Psychic Fair!
News
BC’s auto insurance system has suddenly become an election issue
There are claims ICBC costs could go up.
Concerts
Simple Plan to perform at Victoria’s Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre this January
They’ll be supported by Bowling for Soup and Mariana’s Trench!
Elections
Eby’s BC NDP plan to fund healthcare by taxing wealthy residents more
And includes a new tax bracket for those making over $1 million per year.
Events
Award-winning film about BC wildfires coming to Victoria theatre
For one day only!
Branded
Your reusable cup could win you some epic prizes in Victoria this October
Sustainability never felt so good!
Elections
Here’s where to find information on all local candidates for every Greater Victoria municipality
For the upcoming local elections on Saturday, October 17th.
Crime
Woman arrested after allegedly pulling knife at Nanaimo ferry terminal
And she had brass knuckles.
A little brain break
Today’s Island Unscramble
Rearrange the letters to find a familiar local place.
GLAOREDTSM
Hint: A provincial park famous for its annual salmon run.
Check your answer →
Victoria weather
The next three days
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Cloudy
16° / 11°
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Foggy
15° / 10°
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Foggy
16° / 11°
Forecast data from MET Norway
Around the community
Buzz Bulletin
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Event · Greater Victoria
You Are Here- Now What? A Workshop Exploring Midlife
Your middle years look fine. So why does it feel like something has shifted? Step out of autopilot and explore who you are now—and what you want from what comes next.
Event · Greater Victoria
StrDexCon 2027
StrDexCon (pronounced “strength dex con”) is a one-day convention designed to bring together the island’s tabletop roleplaying game community for play and community-building.
Event · Victoria
Dance with the Devil
Dance with the Devil takes you on a wicked journey through the 7 deadly sins. Hosted by the Devil himself, featuring dance, drag, burlesque, & other sinful delights.
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Support local
3 Buzzworthy Businesses to Check Out
Discover local businesses worth knowing around Greater Victoria.
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Berry Sweet
Dubai Strawberry Cups + Dirty Sodas
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JRSC Ltd
We provide onsite septic services
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Westshore Town Centre
We’ve got you covered.
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