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Rental rates in Victoria predicted to climb up to 10% by the end of...

Sorry, Victorians—don't shoot the messenger. 😬

Massive new development will bring hundreds of rental units to View Royal

Down the road from Victoria General.

Popular family restaurant in Brentwood Bay listed for sale (PHOTOS)

You’ve likely passed this spot on your way to Butchart Gardens!

Greater Victoria hotel occupancy up 123% year over year

As cruise ships mark their long-awaited return next week.

BC looks to combat homebuyer pressures with cooling-off period

But some real estate experts are voicing concerns.

University Heights redevelopment still on track despite new ownership

The project proposes hundreds of rental apartments for Saanich.

You could own this pirate themed pizzeria at Fisherman’s Wharf for under $1M (PHOTOS)

Arr! You looking for a new business opportunity? 🏴‍☠️

Fisherman’s Wharf businesses will donate 50% of proceeds to Ukraine this Tuesday

From yummy food to whale watching! 🐋

This floating fishing lodge on Vancouver Island could be yours for $1.25 million (PHOTOS)

Enjoy swimming and fishing just steps from your front door 🎣

Victoria advocates for extension to pandemic patio liquor licenses

To help businesses bounce back.

Maison Birks closing up shop after 74 years in downtown Victoria

It first opened in March of 1948.

SD61 approves $2.5 million property sale despite Bowker Creek concerns

A new home for Victoria Hospice Society is eyed for the land.

Rent on the rise: One-bedroom in Victoria nearly 12% higher year-over-year

While rental rates for a two-bedroom jumped an average of 15%.

Victoria’s average house price up over 20% year-over-year

As inventory dropped.

Walmart Supercentre slated to open at Hillside Mall this spring

Bringing hundreds of jobs to Victoria.

The benchmark price for a single-family home in Victoria hit $1,109,400 last month

The city’s real estate supply remains low as prices climb.

BC motels purchased to house homeless during pandemic receive auditor’s approval

The province acquired four properties in Victoria.

‘It’s time’: Colwood’s Jasmine Restaurant closing for good this March

"I'm really happy that the restaurant ended in this manner."
BC Transit Bus Lane

BC Transit voted one of the province’s top employers for 2022

Along with 9 other Vancouver Island organizations!

The average price for a home in Victoria was over $1 million in December

The number of residential listings on Vancouver Island is at a record low

Here’s where Greater Victoria home-buyers came from in 2021

28% were from out of town!

Family-owned Monk Office expands with the purchase of Island Blue

After being operated by the same family for 55 years.

Here’s what could happen to downtown Victoria’s Capital City Center Hotel

Proposed changes will also affect the former White Spot location

There’s a brand new ‘Friends’ inspired apartment building in Quadra Village (PHOTOS)

And it features sitcom-inspired Easter eggs!
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This webapp for singers connects you to a voice coach right from your phone...

Singdaptive is an on-demand interactive vocal mentorship.
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Living wage significantly higher than minimum wage in Victoria (REPORT)

Over $20/hr is currently considered a “liveable” wage here.

Fernwood townhouse complex to be redeveloped into 158 new affordable rental housing units (PHOTOS)

The existing building is in need of increasingly complex repairs.

Here’s how you can support small businesses in downtown Victoria this fall

In honour of Small Business Month. ❤️

This 6.8 acre oceanfront property could be yours for a cool $18.75 million (PHOTOS)

The home has 6 bedrooms and 9 bathrooms 😍

10 new businesses to check out in downtown Victoria this month

Did you know October is Small Business Month?

Here’s how downtown Victoria is celebrating Small Business Month this October

Did you know 98% of BC businesses are small businesses?

Victoria restaurant owner dies after being hospitalized with COVID-19

He passed away on Sunday after battling the virus for nearly two months.

Lululemon replaces Hudson’s Bay as official Olympic outfitter for Team Canada

The BC-based company will outfit Canadian athletes until 2028.

Gorge Pointe Pub will close its doors for good on Saturday

The pub is over 100 years old!

These are the 10 least expensive homes currently for sale in the Victoria area

Are you looking for a studio or one bedroom apartment?

Wild Cafe & Bistro closed indefinitely after building owners repossessed the space

Former employees of the cafe accused the owner of not paying them on time.
Lyle's Place

Beloved Victoria record store closes its doors after four decades

Starting Wednesday, merchandise is 50 per cent off!
Reliance Properties Main Render Capital Iron

Capital Iron land pitch offers new home for Art Gallery of Greater Victoria

It also calls for artist live/work space and retail/commercial space.
Amazon Victoria Airport 2

Amazon revealed as tenant for massive development at Victoria International Airport

The facility is expected to open in fall 2022.

Applications open for businesses and artists at Langford Station project

The development is expected to open in spring 2022.
Markus the Bikery

Victoria’s first kosher bakery opens in Victoria Public Market

Markus Spodzieja has taken his pretzel bike and opened a permanent home downtown.

Langford eatery closes temporarily after staff test positive for COVID-19

They're closing for the week out of an abundance of caution.

Victoria approves redevelopment plan for Northern Junk buildings on inner harbour

There will be space for a restaurant!

Security grants offered to downtown Victoria businesses following report

Cameras, new locks or security gates are possible upgrades.
EVO Victoria

The EVO has landed: BC based car share launches Victoria service

A new way to get around town.