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Events

Victoria Film Festival screening multiple features and shorts by local filmmakers

The festival runs from February 6th to 15th.

Featured

New pop-up book store sets up shop in downtown Victoria cafe

And are looking for a more permanent home!

News

Saanich council scales back Quadra McKenzie Plan after months of public debate

Including removal of lane reductions.

Business

106-year-old retailer Eddie Bauer to close Victoria and all North American stores

End of an era.

Community Partnership

New Music Monday: CORRODE releases split EP with hockey-themed hardcore band Slewfoot

It’s being released on tape!

Food and Drinks

Here are 5 new restaurants to check out in Victoria this February

To grab a bite or a beverage!

Branded

Malahat SkyWalk is offering 50% off admission during Family Day long weekend (CONTEST)

Win 4 tickets to the SkyWalk! ✨

Arts

9 Black History Month events happening in and around Greater Victoria

From exhibits to concerts 🎵

Crime

Oak Bay Police warn of gift card scam after senior loses $2,000

The money has not been recovered.

Animals

BC SPCA issues ‘hummingbird alert’ for those with feeders in Victoria area

Because a hummingbird with possible infection was spotted.

Indigenous

W̱SÁNEĆ Nations and Victoria Airport Authority sign collaborative friendship agreement

The airport committed to provide funding for W̱SÁNEĆ prosperity.

Malahat SkyWalk is offering 50% off admission during Family Day long weekend (CONTEST)

27 minutes ago

Win 4 tickets to the SkyWalk! ✨

Arts

9 Black History Month events happening in and around Greater Victoria

30 minutes ago

From exhibits to concerts 🎵

Crime

Oak Bay Police warn of gift card scam after senior loses $2,000

2 hours ago

The money has not been recovered.

Animals

BC SPCA issues ‘hummingbird alert’ for those with feeders in Victoria area

2 hours ago

Because a hummingbird with possible infection was spotted.

Indigenous

W̱SÁNEĆ Nations and Victoria Airport Authority sign collaborative friendship agreement

20 hours ago

The airport committed to provide funding for W̱SÁNEĆ prosperity.

News

BC Transit seeking public feedback on future Victoria airport service

20 hours ago

There will be two open houses.

Events

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, February 5th

21 hours ago

A night of musicals! 🎶

Events

Victoria Film Festival screening multiple features and shorts by local filmmakers

21 hours ago

The festival runs from February 6th to 15th.

News

Two drivers caught speeding at more than double the limit in Metchosin

22 hours ago

Just because your car can doesn’t mean you should.

Housing

Quadra Street development obtains permit to start construction work early on weekends

22 hours ago

After not complying with noise bylaws for months.

Branded

A new Vancouver Island Whisky Festival is coming to Merridale Cidery & Distillery

24 hours ago

For one night only! 🥃

Events

Where to watch Super Bowl LX in and around Greater Victoria this weekend

1 day ago

Don’t miss the Patriots vs Seahawks! 🏈

News

Two Parksville beaches closing to dogs this spring to protect migrating birds

1 day ago

That applies to both on-leash and off-leash dogs.

Books

New pop-up book store sets up shop in downtown Victoria cafe

1 day ago

And are looking for a more permanent home!

News

Saanich council scales back Quadra McKenzie Plan after months of public debate

1 day ago

Including removal of lane reductions.

Events

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, February 4th

2 days ago

Hockey for a good cause! 🏒

Branded

Victorians can try the viral Dubai Chewy Cookie at Thunderbird this February (CONTEST)

2 days ago

Plus, you could win a $50 gift card! 🍪

Food and Drinks

Two Vancouver Island distilleries earn top honours at World Whiskies Awards 2026

2 days ago

In Victoria and Campbell River! 🥃

News

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Victoria Film Festival screening multiple features and shorts by local filmmakers

New pop-up book store sets up shop in downtown Victoria cafe

Saanich council scales back Quadra McKenzie Plan after months of public debate

106-year-old retailer Eddie Bauer to close Victoria and all North American stores

New Music Monday: CORRODE releases split EP with hockey-themed hardcore band Slewfoot

Here are 5 new restaurants to check out in Victoria this February

Malahat SkyWalk is offering 50% off admission during Family Day long weekend (CONTEST)

9 Black History Month events happening in and around Greater Victoria

Oak Bay Police warn of gift card scam after senior loses $2,000

BC SPCA issues ‘hummingbird alert’ for those with feeders in Victoria area

W̱SÁNEĆ Nations and Victoria Airport Authority sign collaborative friendship agreement

Malahat SkyWalk is offering 50% off admission during Family Day long weekend (CONTEST)

9 Black History Month events happening in and around Greater Victoria

Oak Bay Police warn of gift card scam after senior loses $2,000

BC SPCA issues ‘hummingbird alert’ for those with feeders in Victoria area

W̱SÁNEĆ Nations and Victoria Airport Authority sign collaborative friendship agreement

BC Transit seeking public feedback on future Victoria airport service

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, February 5th

Victoria Film Festival screening multiple features and shorts by local filmmakers

Two drivers caught speeding at more than double the limit in Metchosin

Quadra Street development obtains permit to start construction work early on weekends

A new Vancouver Island Whisky Festival is coming to Merridale Cidery & Distillery

Where to watch Super Bowl LX in and around Greater Victoria this weekend

Two Parksville beaches closing to dogs this spring to protect migrating birds

New pop-up book store sets up shop in downtown Victoria cafe

Saanich council scales back Quadra McKenzie Plan after months of public debate

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, February 4th

Victorians can try the viral Dubai Chewy Cookie at Thunderbird this February (CONTEST)

Two Vancouver Island distilleries earn top honours at World Whiskies Awards 2026

Malahat SkyWalk is offering 50% off admission during Family Day long weekend (CONTEST)

A new Vancouver Island Whisky Festival is coming to Merridale Cidery & Distillery

Victorians can try the viral Dubai Chewy Cookie at Thunderbird this February (CONTEST)

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Merridale Cidery & Distillery with three romantic experiences

A free winter arts experience will light up downtown Victoria this Family Day weekend

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