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Events

5 things to do in and around Victoria today, Friday August 14th

Tim Ford - August 13, 2020

Roller skating, jazz, and new plants for the yard!

Animals

Vancouver Island resident slapped with $345 fine for trying to keep baby deer

Brishti Basu - August 13, 2020

This is the second time this summer that an island resident has been fined for taking in wildlife

COVID-19

78 new COVID-19 cases, no additional deaths reported in B.C. today

Brishti Basu - August 13, 2020

The number of active cases has spiked to 578

COVID-19

BC Teachers Federation endorses reducing classroom density, masks in common spaces

Brishti Basu - August 13, 2020

The BCTF says delaying the start of the school year is a "good start" and that more work is underway

Crime

Victoria Police seek suspect in daytime theft and assault on store employee

Tim Ford - August 13, 2020

The employee suffered potentially life-altering injuries

News

B.C. urges businesses to apply for new temporary layoff variances as deadline looms

Tim Ford - August 13, 2020

Applications must be in by Aug. 25

News

Victoria ranked fifth most expensive city in Canada for apartment rentals

Tim Ford - August 13, 2020

Rents for one and two bedroom apartments rose by 15 per cent since last year

News

University of Victoria announces new President to take over November 1

Brishti Basu - August 13, 2020

He will be replacing current President Jamie Cassels

Crime

Emergency Response Teams dealing with barricaded suspects after Cook Street robbery

Brishti Basu - August 13, 2020

The incident is ongoing.

Health

B.C. investing $36 million to create 123 new beds for youth with substance use challenges

Brishti Basu - August 13, 2020

175 people died of illicit drug overdose in B.C. in June

News

Four foot python missing for over a month located near downtown Victoria

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

Great newsssss!

COVID-19

85 new COVID-19 cases, one death reported in B.C. today

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

This is the third highest number of cases recorded in one day since the start of the pandemic

Events

5 things to do in and around Victoria today, Thursday August 13th

Tim Ford - August 12, 2020

Dancing, music, gardening and more!

Events

There’s a FREE rollerskate event happening at Uptown Shopping Centre this Friday

Branded Content - August 12, 2020

Lace 'em up and cruise the boulevard! 😎

News

B.C. opens second round of applications for clean-energy and sustainability projects

Tim Ford - August 12, 2020

$47.4 million from the federal and provincial government will fund these projects

News

Victoria council to prioritize housing for homeless who have lived in the area for over a year

Tim Ford - August 12, 2020

A survey found only 12 per cent of the CRD’s homeless had lived there under a year.

COVID-19

B.C. hiring 500 more health care professionals to increase contact tracing amid COVID-19

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

They will be employed between September 2020 and March 2021 to support the health system's surge capacity.

Business

Face masks are mandatory at all Walmart Canada stores starting today

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

This measure has been in place in the U.S. since mid-July

News

‘People are very welcoming’: Renowned Bhangra dancer spreads joy during visit to Vancouver Island

Tim Ford - August 12, 2020

Gurdeep Pandher first went viral for his dancing in 2016

News

Saanich Police seize 18 cannabis plants found unattended in Panama Flats

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

They were discovered by some kids who were using the trails in the area.

Missing Person

Shawnigan Lake RCMP searching for missing 37-year-old man

Victoria Buzz Staff - August 12, 2020

He was last seen on August 3rd.

COVID-19

B.C. K-12 students will return to classrooms on September 10

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

Meanwhile teachers and staff will return on September 8 to familiarize themselves with new safety protocols

News

One man in serious condition after fire at downtown Victoria apartment (UPDATED)

Brishti Basu - August 12, 2020

All other occupants were evacuated.

News

5 things to do in and around Victoria today, Wednesday August 12th

Seanna Wainman - August 12, 2020

Happy hump day!

News

Return to school date for BC students could be pushed back: Rob Fleming

Victoria Buzz Staff - August 11, 2020

No official return date has been set

News

‘What Was That?’: Victoria media personality launching radio station to highlight new music

Brishti Basu - August 11, 2020

His model features music no older than 2 years, and a foundation that gives 50% of subscription proceeds back to the community

COVID-19

B.C. reports 46 new COVID-19 cases, no new deaths over past 24 hours

Brishti Basu - August 11, 2020

The number of active cases continues to rise, and is currently at 472

Crime

Canadian Border Services seize 16 kilos of suspected cocaine from ship near Victoria

Brishti Basu - August 11, 2020

Authorities say the estimated value of the drugs seized is $875,000.

Business

125 Victoria businesses are offering massive discounts starting this weekend

Victoria Buzz Staff - August 11, 2020

From arcade rentals to free donuts! 😲

Events

This virtual dinner party features a cooking lesson from the London Chef (CONTEST)

Branded Content - August 11, 2020

And you could WIN a $25 gift card to BC Liquor Stores!

Crime

33-year-old man arrested for breaking into Colwood construction site

Brishti Basu - August 11, 2020

He was also found carrying weapons, in breach of court-ordered conditions.

Cheap Eats

Dairy Queen is helping Canadian farmers by giving away FREE fries until mid-September

Victoria Buzz Staff - August 11, 2020

There's a surplus due to the pandemic! 🍟

News

BC Ferries now eligible to receive federal bailout funds

Brishti Basu - August 11, 2020

Part of a $1 billion fund earmarked by the federal and provincial governments to support transit in the region

COVID-19

Vancouver Canucks add Dr. Bonnie Henry to their playoff t-shirts

Seanna Wainman - August 11, 2020

I'd say her defence game is pretty strong 😉

Crime

Police seek witnesses following fire at KFC near downtown Victoria

Victoria Buzz Staff - August 11, 2020

A window was broken and a flaming object was thrown inside.

Coffee & Tea

Starbucks Canada is offering buy-one-get-one FREE drinks until Sunday

Brishti Basu - August 11, 2020

One for the morning, one for the afternoon? ☕️

Events

5 things to do in and around Victoria today, Tuesday August 11th

Tim Ford - August 10, 2020

Salsa dancing anyone?

Life

‘I was in shock’: Nanaimo woman wins $500K lottery prize

Brishti Basu - August 10, 2020

The first thing she plans to buy is a luxury "Supersonic" hair dryer!

Community Partnership

Victoria fitness studio opens second location at Uptown, maintains capacity while distancing

Victoria Buzz Staff - August 10, 2020

With two studios, Annex Fitness has been able to space out their bikes and host safer sweat sessions for all!

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