Victoria approves motion to hand over John A. MacDonald statue to historical society
It was removed from city hall in 2018.
Victoria woman running for city council arrested in Langley
Her name may still be included on the ballot.
Ben Isitt confirms he’s seeking re-election on Victoria city council
His top priorities are affordable housing and free transit.
Former Victoria city council member Chris Coleman announces his intention to return
He plans to steer city council toward governance and away from politics.
Another Victoria city councillor won’t seek re-election next month
Jeremy Loveday served two terms.
David Eby officially launches campaign to become BC’s next premier
He'll likely become BC’s 37th premier.
Victoria councillor Marianne Alto confirms she’ll be running for mayor
She officially announced her intention to run today.
CCTV cameras deployed ahead of Prime Minister Trudeau’s visit to Victoria today
His visit follows weeks of anti-mandate protests.
Victoria councillor Stephen Andrew announces his intention to run for city mayor in 2022
This will be his second time running for mayor
Victoria Mayor Lisa Helps announces she will not seek re-election in 2022
The decision comes after 2 terms as mayor and 8 years in office.
Trudeau apologizes for Tofino vacation during day of Reconciliation last week
“Travelling on September 30th was a mistake and I regret it.”
Annamie Paul has resigned as leader of the Green Party of Canada
She finished 4th in her riding in the 2021 election.
Liberal Party will form minority government after 44th Federal Election
Trudeau got the victory, but not the majority.
Federal Election 2021: Here’s who’s projected to win their riding on Vancouver Island
Polls closed at 8 p.m. PST, with many results to be tallied.
Liberal leader Justin Trudeau wins seat as party predicted to form minority government
Votes are still rolling in, with many still in line at polling stations.
Federal Election 2021: Liberals and Conservatives in tight race as Canadians cast their ballots...
Trudeau's Liberals and O'Toole's Conservatives are in a tight race.
Federal Election 2021: Here’s how to cast your vote in Greater Victoria
Voting day is tomorrow! ✅
Federal Election 2021: These are the 5 major candidates running for election in Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke
NDP MP, Randall Garrison, has held this seat since 2011.
Federal Election 2021: These are the 5 candidates running for election in Saanich-Gulf Islands
Voting day is Monday, September 20th
Federal Election 2021: Here are the five candidates running for election in Victoria
The NDP and Liberals have had a stronghold over the Victoria riding for more than three decades.
Federal Election 2021: Here’s where each political party currently stands in the polls
O’Toole and Trudeau are currently tied.
Here’s how to watch the Canadian federal leaders debate tonight: Election 2021
COVID-19 recovery, reconciliation, and climate change are among the topics being debated.
Former Christy Clark staffer throws hat into ring for Conservative Party in Victoria Riding
The riding is currently held by NDP incumbent and ex-Victoria councillor Laurel Collins
Liberals make election pitch to ban foreign ownership, build more homes
The Liberal’s plan intends to save a first-time home owner upwards of $30,000.
Trudeau promises re-elected Liberals will invest in long-term care during stop in Victoria
Plans include training up to 50,000 new personal support workers
Here’s who is running in the 2021 federal election on Vancouver Island
Canadians will hit the polls on September 20th.
Liberals hold federal voting lead, Trudeau most favoured leader in poll
More people chose "none of the above" over Erin O'Toole.
City Councillor submits resignation to CRD after viral video circulates online
Ben Isitt was Vice Chair of the First Nations Relations Committee.
BC Budget 2021: Largest mental health investment included in BC’s 2021 budget
The Province promised $500 million for mental health initiatives.
Record number of Canadians support abolition of monarchy (POLL)
President of Canada?
Almost 7,000 people have died in B.C. since the opioid crisis was declared in...
1,716 people died in 2020 alone.
Province extends Victoria Travelodge housing lease to end of year
The lease has been set to expire on March 31, 2021.
Province buys Thetis Cove property for future Esquimalt Nation land return
The 3.4 hectare property cost $13 million.
ICBC to offer $600 million in one-time rebates to drivers
Rebates are expected to average $190 per customer.
Highway 14 improvements near Sooke to continue through 2021
Widening, realignment, and repaving are scheduled.
ICBC launches online tool that estimates insurance savings for BC motorists
Here's how you can check how much you'll save (it could be up to $400 per year!)
City of Victoria and DVBA look to aid businesses vandalized in downtown core
Multiple businesses were damaged in an incident this week.
Auditor General report finds service roads lacking critical maintenance
High priority repairs are overdue on 48 per cent of bridges and major culverts.
Construction of $6.25M Port Alberni hospital upgrade to begin in March
Improvements include 3 new beds, a seclusion room and new entrances.
Cowichan political leaders call out racism following First Nation outbreaks
"This virus does not care who we are or where we are from."
Victoria council unanimously votes to suspend $10,000 catered lunch fund
"As I've said for a long time, 'no more lunches.'"
Canadians hold more positive views on U.S. post-election (POLL)
The poll was conducted prior to the violence in the Capitol.
Facebook and Twitter lock Donald Trump out of his social media accounts
Facebook says they will be blocking Trump for at least two weeks.
‘Disappointing and irresponsible’: Mayor Helps condemns councillor’s trip abroad
Helps says she is not empowered to fire Sharmarke Dubow.
Victoria councillor admits to international travel over winter holidays
Sharmarke Dubow said he flew to Somalia over the winter holiday.
Nearly half of Canadians visited friends or family over the holidays (POLL)
The provinces that reported the lowest rates of visits were B.C. and Alberta.
Former B.C. legislature clerk facing charges of fraud in spending scandal
Craig James could face up to 14 years in jail.
Website crashes as BC Recovery Benefit opens for applications
"It will be the fastest, most efficient way to access these supports," the Finance Minister said Thursday.
Province sets new emissions target for 2025 following CleanBC report
BC Green Leader Sonia Furstenau called CleanBC "an impartial road map."
B.C. comes closest among provinces to pre-COVID employment levels
Growth was slower than in previous months, however.