Meet the team behind the Buzz.
Local stories matter. Get to know the people working to keep Greater Victoria informed, connected and engaged.
About our newsroom
Victoria Buzz covers local news, events, community stories and the people and places shaping Greater Victoria. Our team brings together reporting, publishing, digital production and community engagement.
Editorial and publishing
The people involved in producing, editing and publishing Victoria Buzz content.
Mike Kelly
Mike leads Victoria Buzz’s publishing operations and overall direction, with a focus on local coverage and connecting the community.
Seanna Wainman
Supports the day-to-day work of Victoria Buzz across editorial coordination and administration.
Curtis Blandy
Covers news, developments and community stories across Greater Victoria.
Rory Dickinson
Creates lifestyle and branded content highlighting local businesses, experiences and community initiatives.
Jade Chamberlin
Helps coordinate publishing projects, content production and digital workflows.
Advertising and partnerships
Our commercial team works with local organizations and advertisers. Sponsored content is distinct from independent newsroom coverage.
Jason Whittet
Works with businesses and organizations to develop advertising opportunities and local partnerships.
Assi
Supports advertising partnerships and creates engaging content for local campaigns and events.
Our editorial approach
Victoria Buzz aims to publish accurate, timely and relevant information for local readers. We distinguish paid promotional content from independently produced editorial coverage and welcome corrections when something needs to be clarified or updated.
Have a story to share?
Have a news tip, community announcement or correction? Visit our contact page to get in touch. For advertising opportunities, use the same page to reach the appropriate team member.