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Saanich unveils draft Shelbourne Valley Plan update ahead of public engagement

The project seeks to create 1,700 new housing units to meet provincial housing targets

Jul 23, 2025 4:34 PM Read more >

Victoria, Esquimalt crime rates dropped in 2024: Statistics Canada

Victoria saw the crime rate drop 10.33 per cent and Esquimalt saw a decrease of 6.54 per cent.  

Jul 23, 2025 1:19 PM Read more >

Noise, military part of routine training at underwater range off Metchosin

Navy training at Whirl Bay demolition range now through Aug. 18

Jul 23, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >

Tennis courts to go ruff-free: Sidney looks to ban dogs in sport areas

An off-leash dog enclosure in Iroquois Park between the boat trailer parking and tennis courts is being considered

Jul 23, 2025 11:40 AM Read more >

PHOTOS: Snowbirds thunder over Greater Victoria's Inner Harbour

The squadron flew over the harbour for about 20 minutes

Jul 23, 2025 11:22 AM Read more >

CRD's new plan makes transport in Juan de Fuca safer, easier and more active

The new transportation plan highlights 37 projects throughout the Juan de Fuca Electoral Area

Jul 23, 2025 10:00 AM Read more >

Residents reminded they share their rural North Saanich space with cougars

Anyone who sees a cougar should not approach, but maintain a safe distance and back away slowly

Jul 23, 2025 9:15 AM Read more >

Esquimalt rolls out economic and investment attraction website

WhyEsquimalt.ca provides a business directory, local stories, and other resources

Jul 23, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

$4.9M multi-sport box set to open in Saanichton’s Centennial Park

Centennial Park’s long-awaited upgrade launches Sept. 2

Jul 23, 2025 7:30 AM Read more >

VIDEO: View Royal firefighters snuff out RV Park blaze

Two trailers and a shed caught fire at Fort Victoria RV Park

Jul 22, 2025 5:57 PM Read more >