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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 >

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 >

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 >

Saanich wants B.C. to look beyond U.S. in quest for affordable elevators

The resolution would make it easier to instal smaller and more affordable elevators throughout the province

Jun 12, 2025 2:21 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Sooke Road crash cleared

The eastbound incident near Connie Road happened shortly after noon

Jun 12, 2025 2:20 PM Read more >