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The Times Colonist is the oldest daily newspaper in Western Canada. It was created by the 1980 merger of the British Colonist, which started in 1858, and the Victoria Daily Times, which began publishing in 1884. The British Colonist was founded by Amor De Cosmos, who went on to become the second premier of British Columbia. The newspaper has chronicled the history of Victoria and Vancouver Island

from the gold rush days of the 1850s to Victoria's present status as a thriving capital city and an international tourist destination. capital, reaching a quarter of a million households every week. The newspaper's lively blend of local news and informed commentary make it a must-read for Victorians who want to know what is happening in the capital and on Vancouver Island. The Times Colonist has also been recognized provincially and nationally with awards for its investigative reporting, editorials and beat coverage, and timescolonist.com, the newspaper's website, delivers breaking news and other multimedia content to a growing number of readers nearly 24/7. The newspaper's strong connections with the community stretch back almost to its inception. The Christmas Fund has been delivering Christmas cheer to the needy for more than half a century, the TC 10K is the second largest run in the province, outstripped only by the Sun Run in Vancouver, and the Times Colonist Book Drive has raised more than $1 million for literacy projects in Victoria and on Vancouver Island. Events like Canspell and Raise-a-Reader have helped the newspaper consolidate its relationship with its readers in the Greater Victoria region. The Times Colonist publishes in print six days a week, Tuesday through Sunday, and online 365 days per year.

As a $250,000 exterior upgrade, including a new ironwork fence, takes shape, CEO Nathan Medd is advocating for a public ...
01/21/2025

As a $250,000 exterior upgrade, including a new ironwork fence, takes shape, CEO Nathan Medd is advocating for a public plaza in front of the Victoria Conservatory of Music

Raymonde Elder told her ex-partner their son was becoming abusive and she no longer felt safe in her home, a B.C. Suprem...
01/21/2025

Raymonde Elder told her ex-partner their son was becoming abusive and she no longer felt safe in her home, a B.C. Supreme Court trial heard Monday

While a direct impact is difficult to prove, some in the sector say it provided a much-needed boost
01/21/2025

While a direct impact is difficult to prove, some in the sector say it provided a much-needed boost

Esquimalt is doubling or tripling most of its fees for fire inspections and introducing daily fines of up to $2,000 for ...
01/21/2025

Esquimalt is doubling or tripling most of its fees for fire inspections and introducing daily fines of up to $2,000 for violations, as part of an update to its fire-safety bylaw

The man left his home on Blenkinsop Road in Saanich about noon on Jan. 13.
01/21/2025

The man left his home on Blenkinsop Road in Saanich about noon on Jan. 13.

Finance Minister Brenda Bailey told reporters Monday that targeting "red states" for possible retaliatory tariffs could ...
01/21/2025

Finance Minister Brenda Bailey told reporters Monday that targeting "red states" for possible retaliatory tariffs could be one of the "strategic ways" to influence people in Trump's own party.

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he is looking at Feb.1 as the day he plans to slap Canada and Mexico with 25 pe...
01/21/2025

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump says he is looking at Feb.1 as the day he plans to slap Canada and Mexico with 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs.

Tthe Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia CUPE 873 says members are reporting "dozens and dozens" of unstaffed ambul...
01/21/2025

Tthe Ambulance Paramedics of British Columbia CUPE 873 says members are reporting "dozens and dozens" of unstaffed ambulances, with "hundreds" of unfilled positions across the province.

RICHMOND, B.C. — The union representing almost 6,000 ambulance paramedics and dispatchers in British Columbia is sounding an alarm on staffing levels "reaching critical" in the province.

U.S. President Donald Trump says he plans to slap Canada and Mexico with 25 per cent tariffs on Feb. 1.
01/21/2025

U.S. President Donald Trump says he plans to slap Canada and Mexico with 25 per cent tariffs on Feb. 1.

The new treatment beds are among 26 announced by Health Minister Jose Osborne on Monday
01/20/2025

The new treatment beds are among 26 announced by Health Minister Jose Osborne on Monday

The provincial registry comes on top of short-term rental rules set out by municipalities, including meeting business li...
01/20/2025

The provincial registry comes on top of short-term rental rules set out by municipalities, including meeting business licence requirements.

The restaurant, dubbed Seascapes Lounge, will replace the Pacific Buffet, which was closed at the beginning of the pande...
01/20/2025

The restaurant, dubbed Seascapes Lounge, will replace the Pacific Buffet, which was closed at the beginning of the pandemic

Similar pop-up sites have been set up outside Nanaimo and Victoria hospitals by a group of Vancouver Island addictions s...
01/20/2025

Similar pop-up sites have been set up outside Nanaimo and Victoria hospitals by a group of Vancouver Island addictions specialists worried about hospital patients overdosing

An incoming White House official suggested U.S. President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order launching an inv...
01/20/2025

An incoming White House official suggested U.S. President Donald Trump plans to sign an executive order launching an investigation into alleged unfair trade and currency practices by Canada, Mexico and China.

Similar pop-up sites have been set up outside Nanaimo and Victoria hospitals by a group of Vancouver Island addictions s...
01/20/2025

Similar pop-up sites have been set up outside Nanaimo and Victoria hospitals by a group of Vancouver Island addictions specialists worried about hospital patients overdosing.

The provincial government has estimated that the tariffs and a similar response from Canada would cumulatively cost B.C....
01/20/2025

The provincial government has estimated that the tariffs and a similar response from Canada would cumulatively cost B.C. $69 billion in lost GDP if the trade war lasts the entire four years of the Trump presidency.

District of Sooke crews are putting the finishing touches on inclusive equipment at the Woodland Park Playground, includ...
01/20/2025

District of Sooke crews are putting the finishing touches on inclusive equipment at the Woodland Park Playground, including adaptive swings

Shana Thomas is hereditary chief for Lyackson First Nation, near Chemainus.
01/20/2025

Shana Thomas is hereditary chief for Lyackson First Nation, near Chemainus.

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Watch: B.C. inmates discover purpose and healing through Doghouse program

A one-of-a-kind program at the Fraser Valley Institution in Abbotsford allows inmates to care for dogs and gain valuable skills in the process. STORY: bit.ly/445VPXI

Dog confronts cougar on Saanich driveway
Dog confronts cougar on Saanich driveway

Saanich police are reminding residents to be aware of cougars after a homeowner near Bear Hill Park, north of Elk Lake, had a close encounter with a big cat on Tuesday. This video was shared by the Saanich Police Department. More information, including tips from police: https://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/cougar-sighting-near-bear-hill-park-sparks-reminder-from-saanich-police-4889485

#BCPoli Live on Oct. 20, 2020 | Times Colonist
#BCPoli Live on Oct. 20, 2020 | Times Colonist

Live at 8 p.m. PDT: #BCPoli Live is a weekly pop-up, multi-platform, interactive discussion on BC politics, hosted by Joe Perkins of CHEK TV, with panelists Rob Shaw of the Vancouver Sun, and Amy Smart of the Canadian Press, plus commentary from Jack Knox of the Times Colonist. Use #BCPoli on Twitter or join the chat on Facebook and YouTube to have your say as well as answer questions of the day.

#BCPoli Live on Oct. 13, 2020 | B.C. Election 2020 | Times Colonist
#BCPoli Live on Oct. 13, 2020 | B.C. Election 2020 | Times Colonist

After watching the B.C. election leaders' debate tonight, tune into #BCPoli Live on-air and streaming on social media at 8 p.m. PDT. #BCPoli Live is a weekly pop-up, multi-platform, interactive discussion on BC politics, hosted by Joe Perkins of CHEK TV, with panelists Rob Shaw of the Vancouver Sun, and Amy Smart of the Canadian Press, plus commentary from Jack Knox of the Times Colonist.

Cascadia Quartet Fundraiser
Cascadia Quartet Fundraiser

Tune in for music inspired by hope and the power of community - raising funds for The Victoria Foundation. This event is hosted at The Beach House Restaurant, performed by Cascadia Quartet & ensembles, produced by Roll.Focus. Productions and designed by Rock Paper Square.

Multiple vehicle crash caught on camera at Bay and Douglas streets
Multiple vehicle crash caught on camera at Bay and Douglas streets

Surveillance-camera footage shows a white truck driving eastbound on Bay Street at a high speed and colliding with three vehicles in the intersection at Douglas Street. Two vehicles were headed north and one was driving south on Douglas Street. One car flipped and was thrown a significant distance down the road. Story here: https://bit.ly/2zijFDB

New Years levee at Government House is rocking.

Black bear roams near Camosun Interurban
Black bear roams near Camosun Interurban

A large black bear was caught on camera as it roamed Glendower Road near Camosun College’s Interurban campus early Thursday. Read the story at timescolonist.com

Crunch! Derelict boat cleanup at Gyro Park beach today. Photos & story to come at timescolonist.com

They've landed! Crowd goes wild.

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The Times Colonist is the oldest daily newspaper in Western Canada. It was created by the 1980 merger of the British Colonist, which started in 1858, and the Victoria Daily Times, which began publishing in 1884. The British Colonist was founded by Amor De Cosmos, who went on to become the second premier of British Columbia. The newspaper has chronicled the history of Victoria and Vancouver Island from the gold rush days of the 1850s to Victoria's present status as a thriving capital city and an international tourist destination. Today, the Times Colonist is the dominant medium in the B.C. capital, reaching a quarter of a million households every week. The newspaper's lively blend of local news and informed commentary make it a must-read for Victorians who want to know what is happening in the capital and on Vancouver Island. The Times Colonist has also been recognized provincially and nationally with awards for its investigative reporting, editorials and beat coverage, and timescolonist.com, the newspaper's website, delivers breaking news and other multimedia content to a growing number of readers nearly 24/7. The newspaper's strong connections with the community stretch back almost to its inception. The Christmas Fund has been delivering Christmas cheer to the needy for more than half a century, the TC 10K is the second largest run in the province, and the Times Colonist Book Drive has raised more than $5 million for literacy projects in Victoria and on Vancouver Island. The Times Colonist publishes in print six days a week, Tuesday through Sunday, and online 365 days per year.