Curtis Blandy
Staff Writer/Reporter
HAVN floating nordic spa opens its reclaimed cedar doors to the public (PHOTOS)
Sweat it out with a view!
‘Out of control’: Human-caused wildfire on Vancouver Island grows to 160 hectares
No evacuation order is in place.
Three Greater Victoria municipalities have been fast-tracked to build more homes
If they can’t, the province will step in.
‘It’s private property’: Bear Mountain to charge $45 to access trails on their land
And permitted users will have to wear a wristband.
BC pharmacists can now prescribe treatments for minor ailments and contraceptives
Cut out the middle-man to get your ointments and pills!
Here’s why you might see increased military activity around Greater Victoria this month
In the air and on the sea!
Beloved Westshore Swap and Shop finds new homebase in Colwood
The event used to be held at the Western Speedway.
‘A full circle moment’: Two Victoria punk bands record split EP and play show...
JoyBoy and ex-cowboy take the stage together once again this Friday.
NHL partnering with Victoria Royals and VicPD to bring a street hockey league to...
Registration is limited!
Six cougars euthanized following numerous attacks on Metchosin sheep farms
One sheep farmer says ‘changing times’ are to blame.
Saanich wants your input on which parks should be leash-optional for dogs
Who let the dogs out?! 🐕
BC expands speculation and vacancy tax to more Vancouver Island regions
Including the Lake Cowichan area.
Caterpillar madness: Why there are so many creepy-crawly critters in Victoria this spring
Is there one in my hair?! 🐛
Everything you need to know about Victoria’s biggest yacht race happening this weekend
Watch the ships from Clover Point! ⛵
‘I applied to Habitat on a hope’: Mother and son find place to call...
Habitat for Humanity has helped 39 families find homes since 1990.
Comox Valley park hosting endangered species granted protection through community support
Let the fishies rejoice! 🐟
Victoria’s HarbourCats in desperate need of host families for their players
There’s free season tickets in it for those willing! ⚾
Brand new health-conscious café opening in Esquimalt’s West Bay this weekend (PHOTOS)
For the health-conscious who don’t want to sacrifice flavour!
BC handing out rebates for e-bike purchases just in time for Victoria’s Go By...
Time to ditch the car? 🚲🔋
Emmy-nominated Vancouver Island filmmaker’s work to be featured on ‘Our Planet II’
It’s narrated by Will Arnett.
‘This sort of thing is good for the town’: Sidney brewery gets approved for...
Just in time for summer! 🍻
Here’s how Victoria cyclists can ride the bus for free during Go By Bike...
Everything's better when it’s free! 🚲🚌
Despite most Vancouver Islanders thinking crime is on the rise, statistics say otherwise
This survey shows how safe people feel in their neighbourhoods.
8 months later: Beyond Van Gogh announces new opening date in Victoria
The ‘will they or won’t they’ of the year!
Here’s how Victoria musicians can get up to $10,000 in grant money from the...
Funds will be given out monthly until November. 💸
Asbestos be gone!: Oak Bay Library Branch to reopen in early June
The temporary pop-up location will close on Sunday.
Blue-green blooms continue to plague four of Victoria’s most swimmable beaches
And it’s only just the beginning!
‘It’s pretty much just bad news’: One of Victoria’s last video rental stores announces...
A petition has been started to have GVPL buy the collection.
VicPD and GVERT engage in armed standoff in James Bay on Monday Morning
Two people were arrested in possession of an airsoft rifle.
Activist group protested 150th anniversary of RCMP at Legislature lawn on Victoria Day
A massive painting was done in the centre of the intersection of Government and Belleville Streets.
Victoria singer-songwriter donating half her new album’s proceeds to survivors of trauma
She’s about to release her third EP!
Nanaimo testing new pilot program to help those in recovery find meaningful employment
Connective is the Nanaimo recovery centre chosen.
WestJet and Swoop strike narrowly averted after last minute tentative agreement reached
Just two hours before the airline’s ultimatum.
New west coast tapas and wine bar opening up shop in historic Janion building
Their food is thoughtful, local and downright delicious!
Two brothers arrested in connection to violent Saanich robbery last August
Nearly a year after the crime was committed.
206 lives were lost in BC last month due to toxic drug poisoning
49 people have died in Victoria so far this year.
Townsfolk outraged after world’s largest burl destroyed by fire in Port McNeill
The cause of the blaze is still under investigation.
WestJet Group gearing up for strike by cancelling flights rather than increasing wages
Most YYJ flights have not been impacted thus far.
UVic to expand its cycling network thanks to new federal funding
$2.4 million is coming their way to make some major upgrades! 🚵
Two wheels, one love!: Go By Bike Week returns to Victoria next week
Pedal-power is best! 🚲
BC wildfire smoke hovering over southern Vancouver Island beginning today
There are currently 60 active wildfires in the province.
There’s a new 70s-themed retro brewpub opening its doors in Victoria next week (PHOTOS)
You need to see the barroom for yourself! 🍻
Toys “R” Us officially announces they are moving into Uptown Shopping Centre
In the old Forever 21 location!
Polls show BC NDPs have more support than ever over the last three months
Premier Eby’s approval rate is sitting at 59%.
Open fire ban to come into effect for Vancouver Island beginning this Thursday
Campfires are still permitted for now.
Some believe one of Victoria’s only safe spaces for queer folks isn’t what it...
Paparazzi went from being a queer-friendly space to an all-inclusive one.
Only one Vancouver Island restaurant cracks Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants 2023
Ucuelet’s Pluvio claimed #33 on the list! 🍽️
157 kilometres of highways on Vancouver Island to be resurfaced this summer
The project is costing BC $30 million.
‘Our most eclectic, exciting lineup’: Paris Hilton among Rifflandia’s headliners this year
Plus Salt-N-Pepa, Iggy Pop, Run The Jewels, Herbie Hancock and more!