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Victoria News covers people, news and events in the City of Victoria and the Township of Esquimalt on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

08/30/2023

The final long weekend of summer is the perfect time to explore all that Greater Victoria has to offer. And this weekend offers plenty of things to fill your day, on the waterfront or at the fairgrounds, taking in some tunes or enjoying the excitement on the soccer pitch.

Find some thrills at the fairgrounds or just watch your ship come in

08/30/2023

With more than 400 active wildfires still burning in B.C. and many residents yet to return to their homes, it’s too early to know the fate of the province’s honeybees.

B.C. producers are still trying to get a clear picture of the damages wrought by the ongoing fires

08/30/2023

“The individual staggered into the gas station and asked somebody to call 911,” said reserve Const. Gary O’Brien, Nanaimo RCMP spokesperson.

Man suffers non-life-threatening wound in incident downtown Aug. 27

08/29/2023

A 42-year-old has been charged with 4 counts of arson in relation to several fires in Victoria and Saanich this summer, including ones that damaged several vehicles.

Edwin Singh faces multiple counts of arson in relation to fires set at vehicle businesses

08/29/2023

Jasmine Totzke is thankful to firefighters from North Cowichan for quickly dealing with a large fire early Sunday morning in Duncan.

The fire, on Beverly Street, was extinguished within 45 minutes

08/29/2023

For the 13th consecutive month, more than 190 people have died from the toxic and unregulated drug supply in B.C., according to the latest data from the province.

The latest data comes just 2 days before International Overdose Awareness Day

08/29/2023

Lightning strikes caused 11 new wildfires yesterday (Aug. 28), clustering in Strathcona Provincial Park and the Sayward region.

Tlools Lake fire listed 60 hectares largest among 11 new wildfires

08/28/2023

Cordova Bay’s Beach House Restaurant closed its doors yesterday (Aug. 27) as the land it sits on is up for sale.

Other properties in the area also up for sale

08/28/2023

Sutherland told a briefing Sunday that the estimated number of properties destroyed by the Bush Creek East wildfire remains at 131, with another 37 sustaining damage.

Estimated number of properties destroyed by the Bush Creek East wildfire is 131

08/28/2023

“The biggest reason I believe people enjoy the activity is it is an enjoyable way to exercise, an evening out to socialize with fellow dancers and making new friends.”

Events in Colwood and Saanich

08/28/2023

Greater Victoria was able to experience the traditions and taste of Greece during the first weekend of Greek Fest.

The festival will return in September

08/27/2023

Greater Victoria artists displayed various types of work this weekend in Saanich.

18 different artists took part in the tour

08/27/2023

Starting Sept. 2, people in Greater Victoria will have a great chance to do something fun with art.

Events sponsored by TD Bank Group

08/26/2023

Saturday’s (Aug. 26) event took place at the Esquimalt Gorge Park Pavilion for the second year, with displays, lectures, and demonstrations set up both indoors and outdoors.

The Japanese Cultural Fair returned for its 23rd year Saturday (Aug. 26)

08/26/2023

This year’s event saw a new pentathlon race format, where paddlers compete in a cumulative weekend of racing in 100-metre, 200-metre, 500-metre, 1,500-metre and flag relay events.

The Vancouver Island Dragon Boat Festival returned for its second year Aug. 26 and 27.

08/26/2023

“We listed this property a week ago and, really, we’re marketing it on a global scale. This is a legacy property – something that a family might purchase for generations to come,” said Nichole Eastman with Sotheby’s International Realty.

Property is 105 acres

08/26/2023

“The more losses, the more of these events, the higher the risk and the higher insurance premiums will trend,” said Craig Stewart, VP of climate change and federal issues at the Insurance Bureau of Canada.

Historically, wildfire damage has been a lot less common than flooding

08/25/2023

VIDEO: Meet 17-month-old Ella, Oak Bay Beach Hotel’s newest canine welcome ambassador.

Ella’s a ‘sweet girl’ who inspires smiles from staff and guests

08/25/2023

Relief was felt across Kelowna on yesterday (Aug. 24) as hundreds of people got to return home after the Walroy Lake wildfire was announced it is now being held.

The size of the fire downgraded from 794 hectares to 733

08/25/2023

An air ambulance took off from the John Barsby Secondary School field yesterday (Aug. 24) to transport a child to the hospital who had been struck by a vehicle.

Emergency crews say child suffered serious injuries in incident in Harewood

08/25/2023

Lifelong mariner Bill Noon lives by the adage “boats own you, you don’t own boats” as evidenced by his 20-year restoration project.

Victoria Classic Boat Festival runs Sept. 1 to 3 on the docks of the Inner Harbour

08/25/2023

Come on in the water’s fine at Willows, at least that’s what the latest testing shows.

Willows Beach water testing shows safe levels of bacteria

08/25/2023

As Canada struggles through its worst fire season in recorded history, a new survey suggests protecting forests remains one issue that unites most Canadians no matter who they are or where they live.

‘That is deeply concerning and it does reflect widespread disinformation on climate issues’

08/24/2023

Victoria General Hospital is soon to get a new labour and delivery bed thanks to the latest donation from the Professional Firefighters of Greater Victoria Community Foundation.

The funds are part of $250K pledged and will be used to purchase a labour and delivery bed

08/24/2023

Police say Mounties were confronted by a group of people intent on crossing a roadblock on Highway 1 to access an evacuation order area in the Shuswap.

Police say group challenged officers stationed at roadblock

08/24/2023

After a driver was fined under the Wildfire Act, Saanich police reminded residents of the dangers of improper cigarette disposal amid dry conditions and extreme provincial forest fire ratings.

Fire rating at its highest level

08/24/2023

After struggling with addiction for the majority of his life, a Colwood author has penned a book about his rehabilitation program in the hopes of helping others.

Joey Ter-Mitchell’s book tells the story of his own struggles alongside his granddad’s story

08/24/2023

An “incredibly rare phenomenon” during a wildfire near Lillooet was caught on video last week.

BC Wildfire Service says fire whirls are an ‘incredibly rare phenomenon’

08/24/2023

Kamloops Mounties have recovered some firefighting equipment and are looking for more, following theft reports that led to an arrest in the city.

A pellet rifle, the stolen medic bag and automatic external defibrillator were recovered

08/24/2023

What do you think? Should B.C. do the same?

Survey found 92 per cent of teachers were in favour of such a measure.

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Hawaii is vowing to protect landowners pressured to sell after wildfires

Governor said he would announce details of Maui land transfer moratorium by Friday For more, CLICK HERE: https://www.todayinbc.com/world-news/hawaii-is-vowing-to-protect-landowners-pressured-to-sell-after-wildfires/ #hawaiifires #hawaiiland #hawaiihomes

Kids overdosing is a public health emergency, Canadian pediatricians say

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World chess federation bars transgender women from competing in women’s events

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Britney Spears’ husband files for divorce

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Large Okanagan drug lab leads to 11 years jail for 2 men

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Court rules it is sexual assault to secretly record consensual encounter

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New law will help track and enforce vacation rentals: housing minister

Ravi Kahlon also did not rule out province-wide registry for short-term vacation spots For more, CLICK HERE: https://www.todayinbc.com/news/new-law-will-help-track-and-enforce-vacation-rentals-housing-minister/ #airbnb #shorttermrental #bchousing

B.C. invests $48 million in new Capilano University campus in Squamish

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8 Okanagan cities experience temperature records as heat wave soars across B.C.

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Derelict boats, Part 2: ‘A persistent source of pollution’ in B.C. and beyond

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Forecasted winds pose biggest wildfire threat amid heat wave

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Harrison Mayor apologizes after missing land acknowledgement on Canada Day

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