Local News

Youngest Saanich councillor urges other youth to run in upcoming municipal election

Coun. Ned Taylor said diversity and climate mitigation efforts need more focus

Nov 7, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

Saanich Parks recognized for getting green message out

Natural Intelligence campaign encouraged residents to spend more time outdoors

Nov 7, 2021 1:30 PM Read more >

Inquest into northern B.C. police shooting death recommends creating community crisis intervention teams

Shirley and Jovan Williams were killed by RCMP in Granisle following a conflict with neighbours

Nov 6, 2021 9:15 PM Read more >

A smash for a cause: Langford’s pumpkin drop an annual hit

Halloween decorations fall from above to raise awareness for muscular dystrophy

Nov 6, 2021 4:30 PM Read more >

Major crime down 14 per cent in Sidney/North Saanich

In Sidney, the number of criminal code offences dropped 20 per cent, in North Saanich six per cent.

Nov 6, 2021 3:00 PM Read more >

Witness Blanket exhibit touches down in Saanich this month

Replica of Indigenous artist Carey Newman’s impactful piece opens at Cedar Hill gallery Nov. 16

Nov 6, 2021 2:30 PM Read more >

Saanich honours environmental champions

Saanich Environment Awards recognize groups and individuals making significant contributions

Nov 6, 2021 11:00 AM Read more >

Seaweed on Greater Victoria beaches part of largely uncharted ecosystem

Washed-up seaweed feeds insects unknown to any other ecosystem, says RBCM researcher

Nov 6, 2021 5:30 AM Read more >

North Saanich councillor warns of ‘movements’ and ‘slurs’ against white people

Coun. Jack McClintock challenges inclusiveness in district’s proposed anti-discrimination policy

Nov 5, 2021 5:00 PM Read more >

$11.3M boost to create Victoria homes for Indigenous people experiencing homelessness

Aboriginal Coalition to End Homelessness housing to offer 24/7 culturally-appropriate supports

Nov 5, 2021 4:00 PM Read more >