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Saanich police say blaze at Island Outfitters was arson

Saanich police say blaze at Island Outfitters was arson

Owners take to Facebook, call Jan. 4 blaze ‘devastating’
Sooke River tragedy tinged by unanswered questions

Sooke River tragedy tinged by unanswered questions

Officials question why park gates left open
Victoria examines new, undisclosed location for Crystal Pool

Victoria examines new, undisclosed location for Crystal Pool

None of the previously-explored locations are currently being prioritized
Dallas Road campers defend ‘van life’ with response petition

Dallas Road campers defend ‘van life’ with response petition

Victoria van and RV dwellers say they choose a legal, viable lifestyle
Ardmore Golf Course in North Saanich sold to Pauquachin First Nation

Ardmore Golf Course in North Saanich sold to Pauquachin First Nation

Pauquachin First Nation intends to keep it as a golf course
Two Greater Victoria residents charged with human trafficking released with conditions

Two Greater Victoria residents charged with human trafficking released with conditions

Four Vancouver Islanders arrested in Saskatchewan appeared in court there Wednesday
Island Outfitters owners share photos of damage caused by fire that ravaged store

Island Outfitters owners share photos of damage caused by fire that ravaged store

Charred walls and melted inventory are what’s left of the Saanich outdoor store
UPDATED: One woman in custody after early morning break and enter, barricading self in building

UPDATED: One woman in custody after early morning break and enter, barricading self in building

A police dog and a loud distraction device were used in her arrest
Colwood Dairy and Cheese House up for heritage designation

Colwood Dairy and Cheese House up for heritage designation

Building is the oldest structure on the West Shore
Four of top 25 hotels in Canada on Vancouver Island

Four of top 25 hotels in Canada on Vancouver Island

Three are in Greater Victoria with one in Tofino