Victoria wildlife society raises awareness as deer rutting season begins
You may see deer locking antlers.
Over 1,000 pieces of ID recovered in RCMP bust of Island fraud operation
They also found PIN machines, printers, and other items used in identity theft.
Knife threat in Nanaimo leads to arrest of suspect on drug trafficking charges
37-year-old Daniel Purser is scheduled to appear in court on December 2.
Bank of Canada maintains rates as economic recovery expected in 2021-22
Most commodities have recovered, but oil remains 30 per cent below pre-pandemic levels
Vancouver Island man who used deck of cards to pick lottery numbers wins $500,000 on Lotto Max extra
He plans to keep using the strategy!
Don’t forget to ‘fall back’ on Sunday as Daylight Saving Time ends in B.C.
Blame the States for the lack of change.
Thousands of British Columbians roll the dice with Trump/Biden online bets
A bet on Biden would pay out 0.53 profit, while Trump would pay out 1.65.
217 new COVID-19 cases reported in B.C., none in Vancouver Island Health region
There are now over 5,000 people in isolation across the province, monitoring for symptoms of COVID-19.
Logan’s Pub announces permanent closure due to COVID-19
Logan's Pub has been operating since 1997.
CRD will receive $13.1 million to build new affordable homes through federal initiative
"With this, we'll be able to take on some new projects and expedite some of the existing ones," said CRD Board Chair Colin Plant.
Never before seen Emily Carr painting donated to Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
The painting was bought personally from the famous local artist.
Campbell River nurse found guilty of falsifying records, diverting pain meds
At least 10 different patients were affected by her actions
Victoria sets date for nomination cut-off in council byelection
General Voting Day will take place on Saturday, December 12.
40-year-old man arrested after spree of break-and-enters at Saanich businesses
The serial liquor thief would carefully remove windows or wall panels to access the stores.
Man arrested after spray-painting Nanaimo RCMP cruiser in front of officer
Caught red-handed? Depends on the colour.
New COVID-19 testing site opens at University of Victoria
This is the fourth testing site to open in the south island region.
VicPD investigate stabbing at Douglas Street housing facility
The victim was taken to hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries.
Rate these Halloween treats from 1-10 in Victoria Buzz’s latest poll
10 candies await your judgement.
‘Common Room’ styled Airbnb offers a Harry Potter staycation in Victoria (PHOTOS)
You'll have to bring your own supply of pumpkin juice, though.
New Dr. Henry health order restricts household gatherings to ‘safe six’ in B.C.
Large, private gatherings have resulted in record-breaking case numbers across B.C. over the weekend.
B.C. reports record high 817 new COVID-19 cases since Friday, three additional deaths
There were no new cases in the Vancouver Island Health region
BREAKING: Andrew Wilkinson announces he will step down as BC Liberal leader
He will stay as leader until a race is held to replace him.
B.C. voter turnout hits all time low in 2020 provincial election, according to preliminary count
However the estimated voter turnout is expected to increase once all mail-in ballots are counted.
VicPD and Conservation Officers team up to rescue tangled bucks (VIDEO)
The deer were released safely in the wild.
Discovery of water on Moon’s surface lifts NASA hope for future exploration
NASA hopes to establish a “sustainable presence” on the Moon by 2030
Yesterday was the coldest October 25 in Victoria in over 100 years
It also marked the first frost of the season, which normally occurs around November 9.
Over 70% of Canadians believe police interact inappropriately with people of colour (SURVEY)
The majority believe that investing in social welfare strategies in high crime areas is more effective than increasing police presence.
UPDATED: Bank robber wanted on Canada-wide warrant believed to be in Victoria
Douglas McPherson is said to be a high risk to re-offend.
VicPD ask for help from public to find missing high-risk teen
He is also wanted on some outstanding warrants.
Too close to call: some Island ridings may need to wait for mail-in ballot results
30 per cent of voters in BC signed up for mail-in ballots
BC Green Party incumbents hold on to Vancouver Island ridings
And they captured a third seat, on the mainland, formerly held by the BC Liberals.
BC NDP projected to form majority government in 2020 election
Several incumbents on Vancouver Island are expected to keep their seats, but some ridings are too close to call.
Tofino Mayor Josie Osborne wins Island seat for BC NDP
Her win means a byelection will be held to replace her as Mayor.
LIVE: Coverage of the 2020 BC Elections results
Follow along to find out who's in the lead on Vancouver Island!
A WW2 era device found its way to Victoria and set off a brief bomb scare
"And people say antiques are boring."
223 new COVID-19 cases in B.C. as province records over 2,000 active cases
A total of 4,637 people are currently in isolation, monitoring for symptoms of the virus.
Where each B.C. political party stands on climate change policy
Analyzing how comprehensive and realistic the parties’ plans are.
Suspect in Victoria construction site break-in arrested after foot chase
The incident took place at 3 a.m. this morning.
Friends and family identify victim of fatal Oak Bay tree-cutting accident
A fundraiser has been started to bring him home to Australia.
Horgan Smash: NDP poised to form majority government according to final polls
From start to finish, the NDP have dominated the polls
‘Excessively rare’: Victoria braces for near record low temperatures this weekend
Experts say this weekend is just a sneak peek ahead of a cold, cold winter to come.
Le Château hangs up its hat, closing all 123 stores across Canada
The company’s closure is expected to cost about 1,400 jobs
New COVID-19 school exposure on Vancouver Island reported in Port Alberni
Students/staff may have been exposed to the virus on October 19
Victoria Police investigating fight involving multiple people in Centennial Square
Police are working to identify the people involved.
VicPD respond to report of man chasing a person with a tire iron
No one was physically injured in the incident.
B.C. reports new daily record of 274 COVID-19 cases, including 5 in Island Health
There are now 1,920 active cases across the province.
Suspect in Calgary double homicide possibly spotted in Comox Valley
Jordan Jay Ward was allegedly spotted on a rural service road.
Demonstration in support of Indigenous Nova Scotia fishers planned in Victoria
One of the organizers shares parallels of how Indigenous peoples are treated here on the island.
Fender benders on the Pat Bay Highway bring traffic to a standstill
Police said nine vehicles were involved.
Snowfall advisory issued for parts of Vancouver Island this week
Be careful on the highways tomorrow ❄️
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