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DHL workers locked out in North Saanich amidst heated labour dispute

"We’re not asking for much, just something extra to help us live a little bit better every day"

Jun 13, 2025 8:00 AM Read more >

VIDEO: Citizens group rallies against proposed development in Saanichton

Traffic and safety impacts were key issues, as well as B.C.'s Bill 44, prohibiting public hearings

Jun 13, 2025 5:59 AM Read more >

BC Transit debuts plans for new Sooke bus exchange

Council approved the design and endorsed a funding request to the Victoria Regional Transit Commission

Jun 13, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Pedestrian access to an Oak Bay 'kids' paradise' under scrutiny

'It felt like an accident getting ready to happen'

Jun 13, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Garbage-rummaging bear in Saanich residential area prompts police warning

Witnesses have observed the bear moving through residential properties in the area of Santa Clara Avenue, Piedmont Drive

Jun 12, 2025 5:09 PM Read more >

A quiet crisis: The unspoken struggles of men’s mental health in Victoria

Men make up nearly 75% of suicide deaths in Canada; a new Victoria grassroots initiative aims to be a tool to address the problem

Jun 12, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Edward Milne Community School valedictorians bring the class together

The valedictorians reflect on triumphs of their graduating class, and how they overcame challenges

Jun 12, 2025 3:30 PM Read more >

Cougar spotted near Saanich school, the latest of several recent sightings

Cougar spotted near Doncaster Elementary School Thursday afternoon

Jun 12, 2025 3:20 PM Read more >

VicPD officer suspended 7 days with no pay for 2019 death of Victoria woman

Lisa Rauch died after being struck in the back of the head with a round from an anti-riot weapon on Christmas Day 2019

Jun 12, 2025 2:44 PM Read more >

Fire danger alert issued for North Saanich, residents urged to be cautious

The current fire danger risk in the district has remained 'high' since June 10

Jun 12, 2025 2:30 PM Read more >