Victoria Buzz Staff
Your inside source for Greater Victoria happenings. Established in 2012.
Christmas Movies under the stars on Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour
Bundle up the family to enjoy a Victoria Christmas Tradition - Christmas Movies under the stars on Victoria's beautiful Inner Harbour at the Delta...
City of Victoria considering returning the top portion of Beacon Hill to First Nations
The City of Victoria will decide on returning the top of Beacon Hill to local First Nations at a meeting this week. The area...
Pet photos with Santa this weekend at Pets West in Broadmead Village
Move over kids, it's the pet's turn to sit on Santa's lap and get a photo! Has your pet been naughty or nice this year? Find out...
Looking for some pet photos this holiday season? Pup Portraits for a Cause is...
If you are looking for some pet photos this holiday season, Town & Country Pet Photography is volunteering their time this Saturday at Raw...
West Shore RCMP arrest Langford woman for production of counterfeit money
West Shore RCMP have arrested a 32 year old Langford woman after a lengthy investigation for production of counterfeit money.
Over $60,000 in Canadian and...
5 Christmas events happening at Market Square, including Tuba Christmas
Market Square is home to some of Victoria’s finest outdoor performances and events. Each season brings new sights and sounds to the courtyard; from...
Prepare for King Tides and Storm Surges Starting This Week
From now until January, it is predicted that Victoria will experience higher than normal storm surges caused by high winds which push waves onshore.
The...
Toxic algae found in Thetis Lake; CRD warning users to keep pets away from...
An advisory has been issued by the CRD after water samples taken from Thetis Lake Regional Park have tested positive for blue-green algae and...
RCMP investigate a possible child abduction attempt in Langford
Police are investigating a possible child abduction after a man in a white panel van drove up to an elementary student in Langford and...
Kindergartener giving away his piggy bank for sleeping bags for homeless
Kindergartener Tate Parker, is on a mission. He wants to provide 51 homeless people with sleeping bags on Christmas Eve, so they will have a...
Christmas comes to the Royal BC Museum
The holiday season can be a hectic and hurried time, but for an escape from the hustle and bustle, the Royal BC Museum offers...
New southbound off-ramp at Leigh Road interchange to open in Langford this weekend
The new $5-million southbound off-ramp at the Leigh Road Interchange on Trans Canada Highway will open this weekend and access to Goldstream from the...
The Maritime Museum of BC annual Nautical Wreath Workshop
The Maritime Museum of BC is once again holding its popular annual Nautical Wreath Workshop to be held in their new location at 634...
16 stunning photos from last night’s sunset
For a very short time frame Sunday night, the skies over Victoria looked like they were on fire creating stunning views all over the...
(UPDATED) Extremely cold temperatures on the way and possible snow flurries
Update: Environment Canada has lifted the Arctic air alert for Southern Vancouver Island.
The first arctic outbreak of the season is on its way and...
Meet under the The Bay Centre mistletoe in the centre court and pucker up...
It's back!! Meet under the The Bay Centre mistletoe in the centre court, pucker up, take a photo of your smooch and tag #BayCentreKiss
The...
Body found near Tofino confirmed as missing whale-watcher
The BC Coroners Service has confirmed that a body recovered at Vargas Island near Tofino, British Columbia, is that of missing Australian tourist Raveshan...
Broken water main at Government and Chatham (video)
Crews working on replacing the 50 year old water main on Government Street and Chatham have struck a waterline sending water high up into...
The ferris wheel is back in Centennial Square – Here are the details.
The DVBA Ferris wheel is back in Centennial Square for four weekends this holiday season!! Enjoy a ride 20m above the sparkling lights of...
(UPDATE) B.C. Coroners releases name of deceased driver in multi-vehicle accident on the Malahat
Update: The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a man who died in a multi-vehicle accident on the Malahat on Nov. 18,...
Nov 17 – Extreme weather protocol activated – emergency shelters open tonight
The Greater Victoria Extreme Weather Protocol has been activated.
Southern Vancouver Island has been hit hard with severe winds knocking out power to thousands of...
Wind taking its toll: Thousands of customers without power on Southern Vancouver Island
High winds are knocking out power all over the capital region today.
As of 2:30PM, BC Hydro is showing 76 power outages on the lower...
9 photos from yesterday’s rescue off Race Rocks after a vessel overturned with nine...
On Sunday afternoon, a mayday call went out after a 24-25ft open-topped aluminum boat overturned near Race Rocks. The boat was out on a diving...
Bay Street Armoury 100th Anniversary Celebration – November 22nd
Have you ever wondered what it is like inside the big red "castle" on Bay Street between Blanshard and Douglas Streets? Well, now's your...
Victoria Council considers giving homeless “odd jobs”
Victoria city councilor Charlayne Thornton-Joe has put forward the idea to pay the homeless and people with disabilities to do odd jobs. It is...
Play “What’s on the Kazoo” and win a trip for two to Jamaica
He was hailed as the Virtuoso of Victoria, singing at the most prestigious venues across Canada and the globe. People would come for miles,...
Poppy tattoo drive raises $7,850 for the Canadian Legion
In support of military both past and present, Urge Tattoos once again were giving away poppy tattoos. The 5th Annual Urge Poppy Tattoo Drive...
Photos of Remembrance Day in Victoria
Yesterday, thousands of Victorians remembered those that fought, and died, for our freedom.
Here are some photos taken from social media, showing how people paid...
Police investigate armed home invasion in the 700 block of Yates Street
Victoria Police were in the 700 block of Yates on Tuesday morning investigating an armed home invasion that happened around 8:40am.
The robbery happened on the...
5th Annual Urge Tattoos Remembrance Day Poppy Drive
Once again this November 11th, Urge Tattoos will be honouring Canada's standing, fallen and retired vets with a full day of Poppy Tattoos! What...
Cabbage is the Answer
Did anyone else feel that? That wave of stress the moment Thanksgiving was done. We scraped the last dollop of mashed potatoes off our...
Police searching for a missing man after going out for a bike ride
VicPD Missing Persons investigators are searching for missing man Harold Backer.
Harold is described as a 52-year-old Caucasian man standing six feet, three inches tall...
Distraught man with knife tasered and taken into custody in View Royal
West Shore RCMP were called to assist View Royal Fire Rescue with a distraught man at Pheasant Lane and Helmcken Rd in View Royal,...
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau writes open letter to Canadians
After being sworn in as the 23rd Prime Minister of Canada, and announcing his cabinet, the 29th Ministry, Justin Trudeau took some time to...
Charity Pumpkin Smash this Saturday at Millstream Village Shopping Centre
Get in on the Langford Fire Dept's "Pumpkin Smash" at Millstream Village Shopping Centre this Saturday, Nov 7 from 10 AM - 2 PM......
Another budget increase request coming for Johnson Street Bridge project
The Johnson Street project is another month or two behind schedule and the project manager, Jonathan Hugget, says he is preparing a request to...
Saanich police arrest teen after posting a threat on social media
Saanich Police have arrested a 15 year old male student after a threatening post was made on a popular social media site. He allegedly...
BC Ferries trip turns bizarre after man jumps overboard; later arrested on Galiano Island...
On Wednesday night around 9:30 p.m a B.C. Ferries trip from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay took a bizarre turn after a male on the...
Royals’s Joe Hicketts named captain of team WHL at 2015 Canada Russia Series
Victoria Royals defenceman Joe Hicketts has been named captain of Team WHL for Game 2 of the upcoming CHL Canada Russia Series in Kamloops,...
Tradition continues as hundreds of pumpkins line the road through Mount Doug Park
For years now jack-o-lanterns have lined the road through Mount Douglas Park, right after Halloween.
"There seem to be more every year, so it took...
Victoria Buzz photo contributor wins province-wide photo contest
Over 600 photos were submitted to the 2015 Wildlife-In-Focus Photography province-wide contest and regular Victoria Buzz contributor and local, Colin Franks, took first place!
The...
Mount Washington sold to U.S. firm that specializes in snowmaking
Mount Washington Ski Resort has been sold to Pacific Group Resorts, a company headquartered in Park City, Utah.
The sale also includes most of the...
Colwood mom finds sewing needle in her son’s Halloween candy (video)
A Colwood mom posted a warning video to parents on Facebook today after finding a sewing needle in her sons chocolate bar.
West Shore RCMP...
Local security company patrolling Saanich Peninsula Halloween Night
Halloween is a treasured tradition with the intention of fun and excitement for children. To keep the night a safe one, a security company...
Expect extra delays next week around Johnson Street Bridge
As work on the new Johnson Street Bridge road approaches continues, drivers and cyclists can expect reduced lanes and detours when travelling through the...
Uvic student dies during hike in Strathcona Provincial Park
A University of Victoria student has died after falling off a cliff during a hike near Campbell River.
The coroners service says Anders Newman was...
Dancing restaurant owner given okay to continue
The Mayor of View Royal says an Admirals Road restaurant owner who has become well known by those who commute through the intersection of Admirals...
Our Place expands hours and shelter for winter, volunteers needed
With colder weather approaching, Our Place is extending its hours to ensure a warm, safe sanctuary for those experiencing poverty and homelessness.
Beginning Monday, Nov....
Dog found with chain wrapped around neck. Do you know who did this to...
This poor lost dog was found in Esquimalt dragging a 6 foot chain on Monday by an Esquimalt resident. When the chain was removed,...