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Today’s roundup · 8 stories
Top story
News
BC Transit offering free rides in Greater Victoria this Saturday for local elections
Along with some other Vancouver Island communities.
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The LatestToday in Victoria
Elections
BC SPCA urges voters to advocate for pet-friendly housing when casting their ballots
And the major parties’ stance on the issue.
Events
From tarot readings to crystals: Victoria’s Intuitive Arts Festival returns this November
Time to restock on crystals! 💎
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More Around the Region
Elections
Local election guide: All local candidates for every Greater Victoria municipality
For the upcoming local elections on Saturday, October 17th.
Arts
There’s an eccentric Halloween experience happening in downtown Victoria
With a new “mad” costume contest this year! 🧟‍♀️ 👨‍🔬
Elections
Victoria warns voters of delays in delivery of mail-in ballots for local election
And provides alternative ways to vote.
News
Victoria officially welcomes millionth cruise passenger as record-breaking season nears end
A California woman became Victoria’s millionth cruise passenger.
Elections
Lime Canada offering free e-bike rides to Victoria voters this election season
For both local and provincial elections.
A little brain break
Today’s Island Unscramble
Rearrange the letters to find a familiar local place.
OLONAG
Hint: Esquimalt ______ is a waterfront bird sanctuary in Colwood.
Check your answer →
The Canadian word game
The Buzzle will be back very soon!
We’re in the midst of rebuilding The Buzzle and can’t wait to share the refreshed game with you.
Coming Soon →
Victoria weather
The next three days
Full forecast →
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Mainly sunny
15° / 10°
Thu
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Foggy
14° / 9°
Fri
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Sunny
17° / 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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Notaries on Douglas
The team at Notaries on Douglas is trained to prepare your legal documents, accurately and efficiently.
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Cold Comfort Ice Cream
Doing Whatever the Hell We Feel Like Since 2010!
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Haunted Manor: Mini-Golf & Ping Pong Lounge
An immersive mini-golf experience set in a haunted Victorian manor.
View business →
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