Local News

Campaign aims to make North Saanich mom’s dying wish for her boys a reality

Andrea Paget died of cancer on Feb. 22, before she was able to live out her dream of a family cruise this summer

Mar 5, 2025 5:30 AM Read more >

Saanich’s Mount Tolmie ranks as one of ‘Canada’s most beautiful views’

The 120-metre peak ranks 3rd in Canada, behind Salt Spring’s Mount Maxwell in second

Mar 4, 2025 5:15 PM Read more >

Esquimalt makes cuts to new hires, police budget in effort to trim taxes

Coun. Ken Armour said he hopes the tax increase will be under 10 per cent

Mar 4, 2025 5:03 PM Read more >

Landmark Victoria building deemed a danger, slated for demolition

Shuttered for more than two decades, Turner building set for demolition sooner than later

Mar 4, 2025 4:45 PM Read more >

Spectre of tariffs loom over Victoria housing market

Victoria has seen a 3.7 per cent increase in the cost of a single-family home over the past year

Mar 4, 2025 4:14 PM Read more >

Volunteers needed for Greater Victoria homelessness survey

24-hour canvass to gather information from residents experiencing homelessness starts March 26

Mar 4, 2025 3:00 PM Read more >

Something to smile about: Survey says Oak Bay among happiest places in B.C.

Statistics Canada released a map scoring 5 Greater Victoria districts based on key quality-of-life factors

Mar 4, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

Bad day for ivy: Green Team clears invasive plants from View Royal park

Over 185 hours, the team cleared out 28 cubic metres of invasive plant matter from View Royals Portage Park

Mar 4, 2025 12:58 PM Read more >

Saanich elementary school seeks input on climate-focused outdoor design

Tillicum Elementary School is hosting an open house on plans for native trees, rain gardens, and an outdoor classroom

Mar 4, 2025 10:30 AM Read more >

Grill, chill, repeat: Sidney's newest marina hotspot opens in April

West Coast Grill will be ready to welcome diners in time for boating season on April 15

Mar 4, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >