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University of Victoria student turns class project idea into full-blown fashion business

Website aims to help art and design students find platform to share, sell their fashion pieces

Feb 10, 2022 7:45 AM Read more >

‘A lot of sadness’: Jasmine Family Restaurant closing its doors in Colwood

After more than 20 years, local staple to close in March to make way for new development

Feb 9, 2022 5:30 AM Read more >

Government Street shop owners worry they’ll miss the boat on Victoria cruise passenger business

Shuttle bus stop moving closer to Yates Street to circumnavigate pedestrian-priority area

Feb 8, 2022 4:30 PM Read more >

Downtown Victoria Business Association upgrades its online presence

More user-friendly layout, navigation aim to better showcase downtown offerings

Feb 8, 2022 2:00 PM Read more >

Three Greater Victoria establishments make top 100 romantic restaurants in Canada list

According to OpenTable clients, two spots on Yates Street, one in Brentwood Bay got top marks

Feb 8, 2022 5:15 AM Read more >

Changing needs, styles at non-profit Victoria clothing stores a sign of the times

Managers at WIN and Wear2Start see evolution in clientele, donations through pandemic

Feb 7, 2022 5:30 AM Read more >

Fifth-generation stonemason carries on historic craft on Saanich Peninsula

Adam Kent hopes to pass on legacy of crafting detail and quality to his son

Feb 6, 2022 5:30 AM Read more >

Victoria News marketing lead named superstar by North America trade magazine

Sales Supernovas list recognizes 15 people from across North America

Feb 3, 2022 2:00 PM Read more >

Langford’s Station Avenue cultural precinct project receives funding

$25,000 to be spent on three interactive light installations

Feb 3, 2022 5:00 AM Read more >

New Victoria location fulfils vision for art-driven Westcoastees clothing company

Vancouver Island-inspired graphics are designed by the owners themselves

Jan 26, 2022 5:30 PM Read more >