Aerial footage of Sayward Valley on Vancouver Island after a heavy rainfall
Check out this this aerial footage by Ray Angelo Pandez. The footage was taken in Sayward Valley, on northern Vancouver Island. The video was created a day after a heavy rainfall that flooded hay...
6 things to do in Victoria this weekend: January 29 to 31, 2016
Still no plans for the weekend? Below is a list of events in Victoria from January 29 to 31, 2016.
4th Annual Modern Bride Show
What: Getting married this year? Don't miss out on this years exciting exhibition...
CANADA for President 2016 – Funny video claiming Canadians should run the United States
Two Vancouver based comedians have teamed up once again. The duo created a fake campaign video asking Canada – as in the entire nation – to run as a U.S. presidential candidate.
The Canada Party, as...
Saanich woman sexually assaulted after answering door knock near Shelbourne Plaza (VIDEO)
Saanich police are searching for a suspect after a sexual assault and robbery on Wednesday night. The assault happened at a residence on Church Avenue, near Shelbourne Street and Cedar Hill Cross Road.
Police released...
Province commits $10 million for B.C. ground search and rescue
Ground search and rescue volunteers who drop what they are doing at a minutes notice to help those that are lost or injured in B.C. mountains and back-country, are getting a boost from the...
6 things to do in Victoria today: Thursday, January 28
We are getting so close to the end of the week, but let's not skip a day for things to do!
Visit the Victoria buzz events calendar for more.
Blue Rodeo in Victoria
What: Iconic Canadian band,...
ICBC Reports Top 6 Fraud Files of 2015
Insurance fraud costs every B.C. driver more than $100 per year on their insurance policy. It's believed that between 10 to 20 per cent of auto insurance claims have some level of fraud or exaggeration. This...
Ride share community expands into Victoria
It's been running between Whistler and Vancouver for years already, well before the words "sharing economy" or "ride sharing" were everyday terms.
HitchPlanet is now looking into expanding not only here on Vancouver Island, but across...
Amazing drone footage southern Vancouver Island
Amazing drone footage of southern Vancouver Island. Seven Shi, the drone pilot, describes himself as an "amateur," but this is pretty good!
Some of the locations in the footage include:
Mout Douglas
Goldstream Provincial Park and the...
Learn how to prevent, avoid and minimize conflicts with cougars and bears! (CANCELED)
Event organizers have cancelled the event. They did not provide a reason but said it was due to unforeseen reasons.
Planning to spend some time in the great outdoors this year? This course could be...
New pilot program at CFB Esquimalt aimed at veterans and their families
Medically-released veterans at CFB Esquimalt will be able to access the Esquimalt Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) as part of a four-year national pilot program.
For a two-year period post-release, medically-released Canadian Armed Forces members...
Study concludes costs outweigh benefits of bridge to Gabriola Island
Results of the Gabriola Island Fixed Link Feasibility Study conclude that while a bridge appears to be technically feasible, it would not be a cost-effective alternative to the current ferry link.
Because of this, the...
Walmart to begin charging for plastic bags on Feb. 9 starting in BC; aims to eliminate the bags
Walmart Canada says it will stop providing free plastic bags to customers beginning Feb. 9, 2016, in an effort to promote the use of reusable bags and ultimately eliminate plastic film from land-fill.
Customers will...
National Post describes Victoria Tent City as looking like a refugee camp
'It looks likes a refugee camp': Inside the Victoria park where about 100 homeless moved into huts and tents
VICTORIA - "Welcome to my home," smiled the middle-aged man. He calls himself Mud. "Home" is...
1926 footage of the inner harbour in downtown Victoria (VIDEO)
Who doesn't like to look back in time? Especially when it is of your own home town.
This short home video was taken in 1926.
It mostly features areas around the inner harbour and even shows...
Take a look at the future Belmont Market Shopping Centre! Formerly Belmont Secondary School (PHOTOS)
The land formerly occupied by Belmont Secondary School will be transformed into a 200,000 sq. ft. shopping centre and will be known as, Belmont Market Shopping Centre.
The development will also include over 330 new residences,...
8 things to do around Victoria this weekend: January 22-24
YYJ Rocktographers Showcase
What: Two night event featuring live music from local musicians! This year's showcase will feature some of the best photography shots from Rock The Shores, Rifflandia, Otalith and Sasquatch. Tickets available online only.
When: Friday, January...
Police warning young women after 12 indecent acts in Saanich and Victoria
Victoria Police are working with Saanich Police to catch a male who is approaching youthful-looking women and girls at bus stops in the CRD. This male approaches, makes vulgar, sexually explicit comments or exposes...
Security camera footage from inside and outside showing car crashing into a Victoria nightclub (VIDEO)
It was a frightening scene downtown Thursday night, after a car drove across all lanes of Douglas, jumped the sidewalk, then crashed into the Distrikt Nightclub entrance and down the entrance stairs at Strathcona...
Car crashes into the Distrikt Night Club at Strathcona Hotel (PHOTOS)
It was a frightening scene downtown Thursday night, after a car drove across all lanes of Douglas, jumped the sidewalk, then crashed into the Distrikt Nightclub entrance and down the entrance stairs at Strathcona...
Join City of Victoria tonight to discuss the draft 2016 Budget in person or online! (VIDEO)
Whether it’s your first time, or you’ve been around the budget block, the City of Victoria want to hear from you. They’re looking for citizens to share their thoughts on the draft 2016 Budget,...
Police asking for help in locating over $2000 in stolen hockey equipment
Victoria Police are hoping the public can assist them in locating hockey equipment stolen from a car parked in the 900 block of Douglas Street on January 15.
The owner of the vehicle was in...
Arson suspected in Reynolds Secondary school fire
Thanks to a quick thinking employee at Reynolds Secondary, a suspected arson attempt caused minimal damage to the school. Both Saanich Police and fire officials are investigating.
A custodian working in the school noticed a...
Two people hit by BC Transit bus near Beacon Hill Park
A B.C. Transit bus heading east on Superior Street around 7:40 PM, Tuesday night, hit two pedestrians when making a left turn onto Douglas Street, near the northwest entrance to Beacon Hill Park.
Victoria Police confirm...
Caught on Cam: Disturbing driving near B.C. school bus
A B.C. school bus driver is raising the alarm after a number of near misses involving careless drivers. A reporter from CTV goes for a ride along with a driver and shows us some...
Victoria Clipper announces new ferry route from Victoria to downtown Vancouver
With new ownership in place, the Victoria Clipper plans to expand its service with a new high-speed ferry service between Victoria and Vancouver, making this the second company to announce it plans to offer...
Character homes go for a drive around downtown Victoria (PHOTOS)
It isn't a sight you get to see very often, two 100-year-old homes being driven through downtown Victoria. That happened in the wee hours last night.
Five existing heritage homes are being moved on Michigan...
Song and Surf – a hidden gem of a music festival on Vancouver Island in the winter
Song and Surf is a hidden gem of a music festival on Vancouver Island, taking place in mulitiple indoor venues throughout the picturesque town of Port Renfrew.
The festival is often referred to as the...
California Transient Killer Whales off Sooke on Saturday! (VIDEO)
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Deanna Brett from the Love Sooke Facebook page, captured California Transient Killer Whales from the CA166 & CA172 family, off Sooke on Saturday!
"Warning, shaky video! Wind,...
Over a dozen thefts reported from unlocked cars in Cordova Bay overnight
Residents in the Cordova Bay area of Saanich are being reminded to lock their vehicles following a number of overnight thefts in that area.
Police say there has been over 15 reported thefts from auto’s...
UPDATE: Convicted sex offender arrested in Colwood
West Shore RCMP and VicPDK9 teamed up to make the arrest of Aaron Craig in Colwood this morning.
A sharp-eyed citizen spotted 28-year-old Aaron Craig who was subject to an outstanding warrant for breaching his...
9 things to do around Victoria this weekend: January 15-17
Still not sure what to do this weekend?
Here are 9 things happening around the region this weekend:
Bridal Exhibition Winter 2016
What: Planning a wedding this year? There will be over 75 exhibitors at this year's bridal...
Residents at Victoria tent city hosting an open house on Saturday
Residents at tent city are hosting an "open house" this Saturday, on the courthouse lawn.
They will be serving smokies, chili dogs, veggie dogs, and mini donuts and cotton candy, according to encampment supporter Chrissy...
Pending closure of iconic Bengal Lounge at the The Empress sparks online petition
It's the end of an era. After 61 years, the Empress Hotel's venerable Bengal Lounge will close it's doors permanently on April 30th.
Shortly after Victoria Buzz broke the news, The Empress Hotel posted an...
‘The Boy’ A Hollywood blockbuster horror film featuring Victoria’s iconic Craigdarroch Castle (VIDEO)
Victoria's Craigdarroch Castle is front and centre in a Hollywood blockbuster thriller, "The Boy" starring "The Walking Dead's" Lauren Cohan.
The horror film planned for release later this month also includes film stars Rupert Evans and...
Team work! Saanich police officer and his K9 partner captures B&E suspect hiding in yard
A Saanich Police K9 helped arrest a man suspected in a break and enter of a local coffee shop.
Shortly after 2:00am, Saanich Police responded to an alarm at Francelli’s, located in the Royal Oak...
BC Transit testing out additional security equipment on its buses
BC Transit will be testing additional security equipment as part of a one-year pilot project that concludes in April.
Limited audio recording capability will be tested in and around the transit operator’s compartment, as well...
8 photos and videos from day one of Monster X Tour at Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre
Save-on-Foods Memorial Centre was the epicenter with the nation’s most competitive MONSTER TRUCKS on Saturday!
See these incredible 10,000 pound, car-crushing giants compete in Racing, Wheelie Contests, and then rock the house with amazing Freestyle...
List of closures due to snow and information in and around Victoria today
Snow has been falling around the region since about 9 p.m. Thursday night which has lead to some closures and delays this morning.
The following closures and delays have been set for Friday. We will...
Canadians are more polite than Americans on Twitter according to study
Science finally proves Canadians are more polite than their neighbours in the States!
Researchers Daniel Schmidtke, Bryor Snefjella and Victor Kuperman wanted to find out which words were used the most by Canadians compared to Americans (and...
7 things to around Victoria this weekend: January 8 to 10
The holidays may be over, but don't worry, we've compiled a list of 7 things to do around Victoria this weekend, to get you out of any post-holiday blues!
Also check out the Victoria Buzz...
Look out, Jetsons! Self-flying aircraft is here!
Chinese company Ehang unveiled the world’s first commercially available passenger drone at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The Ehang 184, looks like a large drone – except that it has a small cockpit in the...
Environment Canada has issued a fog warning for Greater Victoria!
A fog advisory has been issued for Greater Victoria. Environment Canada says visibility may be significantly and suddenly reduced to near zero.
Areas of dense fog remain trapped over the Strait of Georgia and in...
Woman in critical condition in Cobble Hill crash; alcohol suspected
A 20-year-old woman remains in critical condition after collision between two vehicles in Cobble Hill, Wednesday night. Police suspect alcohol was involved.
Shawnigan Lake RCMP responded to the crash just after 6pm on the Trans...
Thrifty Foods on Quadra Street has been granted a license to sell alcohol
Thrifty Foods on the corner of Quadra and Cook Street has been granted a license to sell alcohol within the store. The first such license in Greater Victoria since new B.C. liquor laws went...
Saanich Police warn after a series of break and enters near University Heights
A series of break and enters in the late afternoon hours and into the early evening around the Shelbourne St corridor/University Heights area is concerning to the Saanich Police.
Police say there have been 14...
Emma Fillipoff disappeared 3 years ago, man of interest still unidentified
In the fall of 2011, 26-year-old Emma Fillipoff had left Ontario for Victoria, to pursue her passions of art, poetry and photography while supporting herself with culinary work.
She was last seen barefoot outside the...
Update: Victoria Police have reunited the decades-old photos with family!
The family photos found in downtown Victoria’s Centennial Square has been solved! After seeing the Victoria Buzz post, a family member contacted Victoria Police, but before he did, he left a quirky message on the...
Dash Cam catches SUV losing control near Qualicum Beach in snowy conditions
A dash cam video captures an SUV losing control in snowy conditions yesterday, near the Qualicum Beach exit.
The video, captured by Brian Hartt, shows two vehicles passing him, travelling northbound on highway 19. As...
Blanshard Street down to one lane for two weeks during BC Hydro work
Expect major delays for the next two weeks if you are heading into downtown Victoria over the next two weeks, starting Thursday.
Blanshard Street heading southbound will be down to one lane between Finlayson Street...