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Victoria ranks among Canada’s worst cities for seasonal allergies in 2026

Have those tissues handy! 🤧

Featured

Wind Cries Mary restaurateur opening new concept in former Friends of Dorothy space

Birdman is inspired by late-night fried chicken.

News

More lane closures expected as construction continues on Blanshard and Cook Streets

As crews work to update roads and install bike lanes.

Events

Esquimalt Buccaneer Days parade cancelled for 2026 due to volunteer shortage

And other factors.

Events

17 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend – April 17th to 19th

Three Days Grace is in town!

Finance

Saanich approves 2026 budget with property tax hike of 5.35%

Homeowners will pay approximately $215 more this year.

Community

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, April 23rd

Get your Crab Boil Buckets early! 🦀

News

WestJet and Air Canada announce flight adjustments as fuel prices rise

The companies say they continue to monitor the situation.

News

Professional Haida Gwaii fishing guide fined $12K for lying and fishing in excess

He had one too many salmon and halibut.

News

This Langford home for sale comes with its own private hockey rink (PHOTOS)

And it’s designed to be used year-round!

News

8 Mother’s Day events in Victoria to celebrate your mom this May

She deserves it!

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, April 23rd

8 hours ago

Get your Crab Boil Buckets early! 🦀

News

WestJet and Air Canada announce flight adjustments as fuel prices rise

8 hours ago

The companies say they continue to monitor the situation.

News

Professional Haida Gwaii fishing guide fined $12K for lying and fishing in excess

10 hours ago

He had one too many salmon and halibut.

News

This Langford home for sale comes with its own private hockey rink (PHOTOS)

10 hours ago

And it’s designed to be used year-round!

News

8 Mother’s Day events in Victoria to celebrate your mom this May

11 hours ago

She deserves it!

Charity

Tim Hortons’ Smile Cookie coming back to help raise money for Jeneece Place

11 hours ago

From April 27th to May 3rd!

News

Victoria ranks among Canada’s worst cities for seasonal allergies in 2026

12 hours ago

Have those tissues handy! 🤧

Community Partnership

A&W brings $4.99 Mozza Burger deal to Victoria for a limited time

13 hours ago

Start the car! 🍔

Housing

BC provides $4.6M in funding for survivors of gender-based violence

14 hours ago

To help support shelters and training programs.

Events

This brand new peony festival is coming to downtown Victoria

14 hours ago

From May 28th to 30th! 💐

News

Saanich Peninsula teacher fired for inappropriate contact with former student

15 hours ago

And for misuse of sick leave.

News

Residents invited to provide feedback on Sidney borrowing $14.2M for new rec centre

1 day ago

The new facility would be on Hovey Road in Saanichton.

Crime

Sooke RCMP searching for man after disturbing incidents reported at local beaches

1 day ago

He allegedly followed woman and exposed himself.

Environment

Tofino to become first Canadian municipality to ban single-use water bottles this week

1 day ago

In an effort to reduce pollution of beaches and waterways.

Concerts

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, April 22nd

1 day ago

It's Earth Day! 🌍

News

Vancouver Island roads see surge in motorcycles as safety warnings issued

1 day ago

Hundreds are injured yearly.

Environment

8 of the best plants Victorians can grow in their garden this spring

2 days ago

Plant some native species! 🌿

Food and Drinks

Wind Cries Mary restaurateur opening new concept in former Friends of Dorothy space

2 days ago

Birdman is inspired by late-night fried chicken.

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Victoria ranks among Canada’s worst cities for seasonal allergies in 2026

Wind Cries Mary restaurateur opening new concept in former Friends of Dorothy space

More lane closures expected as construction continues on Blanshard and Cook Streets

Esquimalt Buccaneer Days parade cancelled for 2026 due to volunteer shortage

17 things to do in and around Victoria this weekend – April 17th to 19th

Saanich approves 2026 budget with property tax hike of 5.35%

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, April 23rd

WestJet and Air Canada announce flight adjustments as fuel prices rise

Professional Haida Gwaii fishing guide fined $12K for lying and fishing in excess

This Langford home for sale comes with its own private hockey rink (PHOTOS)

8 Mother’s Day events in Victoria to celebrate your mom this May

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Thursday, April 23rd

WestJet and Air Canada announce flight adjustments as fuel prices rise

Professional Haida Gwaii fishing guide fined $12K for lying and fishing in excess

This Langford home for sale comes with its own private hockey rink (PHOTOS)

8 Mother’s Day events in Victoria to celebrate your mom this May

Tim Hortons’ Smile Cookie coming back to help raise money for Jeneece Place

Victoria ranks among Canada’s worst cities for seasonal allergies in 2026

A&W brings $4.99 Mozza Burger deal to Victoria for a limited time

BC provides $4.6M in funding for survivors of gender-based violence

This brand new peony festival is coming to downtown Victoria

Saanich Peninsula teacher fired for inappropriate contact with former student

Residents invited to provide feedback on Sidney borrowing $14.2M for new rec centre

Sooke RCMP searching for man after disturbing incidents reported at local beaches

Tofino to become first Canadian municipality to ban single-use water bottles this week

5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, April 22nd

Vancouver Island roads see surge in motorcycles as safety warnings issued

8 of the best plants Victorians can grow in their garden this spring

Wind Cries Mary restaurateur opening new concept in former Friends of Dorothy space

These free tours will show Victorians where their drinking water comes from

Healing Hearts Run returns to Royal Roads to support families through loss

The ultimate champagne and cake experience is coming to Hatley Castle this April

This Victoria conference is tackling menopause head-on this May

Over 200 young entrepreneurs are taking over Victoria’s Bay Centre this Saturday

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