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Victoria church to mark Good Friday with Way of the Cross procession

The procession will begin at 9 a.m. on April 18 from Pioneer Square at Quadra and Rockland

Apr 17, 2025 11:15 AM Read more >

Saanich school's robotics team ready to take on the world

Students from Claremont Secondary School will compete against 800 other teams in Dallas this May

Apr 17, 2025 10:30 AM Read more >

Organizers fear cannabis crackdown at Victoria 4/20 event

Organizers are priming for potential crackdowns during Victoria’s 4/20 gathering held on April 20 each year

Apr 17, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

Scam puts Greater Victoria film crews in real-life crime drama

Scammers craft emails closely resembling those of reputable companys

Apr 17, 2025 7:27 AM Read more >

Sidney Fire seeks volunteers to provide emergency support in times of crisis

'We're going to help them on the worst day of their life': ESS volunteer Leo Levasseur

Apr 17, 2025 5:45 AM Read more >

Esquimalt ceremony marks the last Canadian ship sunk in Second World War

HMCS Esquimalt was sank by a German U-boat off the Halifax coast on April 16, 1945

Apr 16, 2025 6:30 PM Read more >

Bare-faced Port Renfrew bear has wildlife watchers befuddled

The animal devoid of fur around the eyes and snout was spotted on April 12

Apr 16, 2025 5:00 PM Read more >

Elizabeth May slams decision to exclude Green Party from debates

Green Party co-leader says party encountered bullying and threats of violence while attempting to collect signatures for nominations

Apr 16, 2025 2:01 PM Read more >

Oak Bay council approves 11.4% tax increase for residents

The district voted in favour of its 2025-2029 financial plan at a special committee of the whole meeting on April 14

Apr 16, 2025 1:30 PM Read more >

‘We run a tight ship’: Saanich approves 8% tax increase

The final budget is set to increase taxes by more than $300 for the average Saanich homeowner

Apr 16, 2025 1:00 PM Read more >