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Grant funding could raise the curtain on an arts hub for downtown Victoria

The Victoria council will decide whether or not to fund a new art hub

Jan 14, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

Butchart Gardens closing for two weeks for renewal

The gardens will reopen Feb. 3

Jan 14, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

B.C. eco-tour grizzlies less likely to be involved in human conflict

University of Victoria study of central coast show tourism done right not a driving factor

Jan 14, 2025 8:45 AM Read more >

Oak Bay-raised businessman buys Vancouver Island marinas

Graham Clarke Group purchases Oak Bay Marine Group including Oak Bay, North Saanich, Pedder Bay and Ladysmith marinas

Jan 14, 2025 7:09 AM Read more >

B.C.'s first physician assistants join team at Saanich Peninsula Hospital

Two physician assistants have been hired to help in the emergency department

Jan 14, 2025 7:01 AM Read more >

Licence to rent: Sidney adopts new rule for short-term rentals

Effective Jan. 1, 2025, a business licence will be required to operate short-term rentals in Sidney

Jan 14, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Sidney-based Angel Flight spreads its wings

Volunteer group will now accept non-cancer patients for transport to medical appointments

Jan 14, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Victoria rents jump 3% despite dip in 2024 Canadian rental market

National rents hit 17-month low with 3.2% drop, but B.C.’s capital sees increases across the board

Jan 13, 2025 5:15 PM Read more >

Trial begins for Langford man accused of killing his mother in 2021

Ryan Elder, 30, was charged with second degree murder

Jan 13, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

New camping spots added to China Beach near Sooke

An additional 13 sites at China Beach Campground will feature new showers and flush toilets

Jan 13, 2025 4:45 PM Read more >