Animals
Saanich’s dog-leashing phase of new park sharing strategy to proceed as planned
Despite some people wanting more off-leash parks.
Crime
Multiple Vancouver Island police detachments involved in stolen boat and trailer recovery
Both have been returned to their owner.
Entertainment
Nanaimo-based fast ferry service offering late night sailings for concerts and Canucks games
Including Coldplay, Pink, Morgan Wallen and Guns N’ Roses.
News
Two Victoria dining spots nominated for Air Canada’s best new restaurants in the country
Add these to your list of ‘to-try’ hotspots!
Fire
BC’s state of emergency ends despite rampant wildfires persisting into fall
There are 25 active wildfires on Vancouver Island
Housing
Federal government to remove GST on new build construction slated for rental
And promise to crack down on grocery chains jacking up prices.
News
BC begins restricting drug decriminalization policy starting with playgrounds
As well as spray pools and wading pools and skate parks.
Housing
Rental rates across Victoria show slight increase over last month
Two-bedroom units’ have risen by 3%.