Ron Rice stands in front of Victoria Native Friendship Centre. Photo: VNFC / Facebook
🏠News
Victoria Native Friendship Centre was told money would be set aside to double shelter capacity, but BC Housing says the application was filed wrong.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, June 17, 2025·3 min
Victoria City Hall is reflected in a downtown building. Photo: James MacDonald / Capital Daily
🏛️News
The draft plan, which includes 95 recommendations, will be reviewed by city council on Thursday
Robyn Bell·Sunday, June 15, 2025·4 min
2155 Dowler Place Access Hub. Photo: Robyn Bell / Capital Daily
🌲News
Mayor Alto says the access hub has helped 75 people so far, but North Park residents previously criticized the lack community engagement
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, June 11, 2025·4 min
🌲EnvironmentVisual brief
Environment
UVic study: understanding kelp forests could be key to Canada's net-zero emissions goal
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🌲News
Early research suggests Canada's kelp forests can capture a combined 40K-400K tonnes of carbon each year.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, June 5, 2025·4 min
🏛️News
The province had the fourth-highest gender pay gap in Canada
Robyn Bell·Monday, June 2, 2025·2 min
Infrastructure Minister Bowinn Ma and Premier David Eby are pushing for Bill 15’s passing despite criticism. Photo: Province of BC / Flickr
🏠News
South Island mayors, First Nation chiefs, and MLAs have said the bill could allow new projects to skip environmental and Indigenous consultations.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, May 27, 2025·4 min
Housing development in Colwood. Photo: James MacDonald / Capital Daily
🏠News
The municipality is one of two in BC to be called out by the housing minister for slow progress.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, May 21, 2025·3 min
Sidney McIntyre-Starko, a proficient dancer, died after accidentally overdosing last January.
🩺News
The inquest finished this week, with the jury making 10 recommendations to prevent similar deaths.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, May 15, 2025·8 min
Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary will host its annual native plant sale. Photo: Quadra-Cedar Hill Community Association
🌲News
Get started on your garden with native species, edible plants, and a variety of flowers and herbs.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 30, 2025·2 min
People cool off in the ocean during Victoria’s record-breaking heatwave in 2021. Photo: Colin Smith / Capital Daily
🌲News
The province is on track to reduce emissions by only 20% by 2030, rather than the promised 40%.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, April 29, 2025·3 min
Dave Wilson shows off his bubble magic in downtown Victoria. Photo: That Bubble Guy / Facebook
🎭News
Dave Wilson, known as That Bubble Guy, needs 15 volunteers and a solid safety plan in order to share his large-scale bubbles with parade attendees
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, April 22, 2025·2 min
David Beckham (top left), Elizabeth May (top right), Cathie Ounsted (bottom left), and Colin Plant (bottom right) are running for the Saanich-Gulf Islands seat.
🏠News
Housing, affordability, health, and public safety are top concerns for the riding.
Robyn Bell·Monday, April 21, 2025·22 min
Fairy Creek Watershed near Port Renfrew. Photo: Jimmy Thomson / Capital Daily
🏠News
A new study looks at the economic benefits of protecting forests in Prince George and the Okanagan Valley—much like Port Renfew, saving old-growth can save some serious dough.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, April 17, 2025·3 min
Lisa Lapointe and Dr. Bonnie Henry have been vocal advocates of expanded access to safer supply and decriminalization. Photo: Province of BC / Flickr
🩺News
It's been nine years since the provincial health emergency was declared and there doesn't seem to be an end in sight.
Robyn Bell·Monday, April 14, 2025·4 min
Nora Butz, Yen Wo Society president, sits in the Tam Kung Temple. Photo: Robyn Bell / Capital Daily
🤝News
Volunteers at Tam Kung Temple in Victoria have big plans for the future and hope a National Trust contest will help fund them.
Robyn Bell·Monday, April 14, 2025·7 min
David Beckham (top left), Elizabeth May (top right), Cathie Ounsted (bottom left), Colin Plant (bottom right). Image: Capital Daily
🏛️News
Elizabeth May is looking to secure her seat again, with three others vying for the spot.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 9, 2025·4 min
Sidney McIntyre-Starko. Photo: sidneyshouldbehere.ca
🏠News
The report makes 18 recommendations to improve the school's response to overdoses and prevent them from occurring
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, April 2, 2025·7 min
Dino Osmanovic and Maryanne Carmack in front of Roast's counter. Photo: Robyn Bell / Capital Daily
🍽️News
Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 10, 2025·8 min
🤝CommunityVisual brief
Community
International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025
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🤝News
Informative talks, storytelling nights, self-care events, craft workshops, and family-oriented festivities are happening this weekend.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, March 6, 2025·2 min
The Market on Yates. Photo: Robyn Bell / Capital Daily
🏠News
Find out where you can get food and household products from Island brands in Greater Victoria.
Robyn Bell·Monday, March 3, 2025·2 min
Signatories of the statement—called ‘Moving Forward and Speaking the Truth and Peace of Mind at Last’—gather for a photo. Photo: Province of BC
🏛️News
The federal and provincial governments say they will rely on UNDRIP to guide a new perspective on the treaties.
Robyn Bell·Thursday, February 27, 2025·3 min
🌲News
Orca Book Publishers are standing by their authors amid hate-fueled censorship.
Robyn Bell·Friday, February 21, 2025·4 min
BC Health Minister Josie Osborne. Photo: Province of BC / Flickr
🩺News
Those who rely on the safer supply program will need to consume their prescription under supervision.
Robyn Bell·Wednesday, February 19, 2025·3 min
The Gorge Waterway with Camossung and her grandfather’s stones still intact. Photo: Camosun College
🤝News
Melinda Quintero's thesis project challenges Victoria's current tourism approach.
Robyn Bell·Tuesday, February 18, 2025·5 min
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