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Hand-drawn panorama of Victoria's Inner Harbour — lighthouse and cherry blossom on the left, a ferry on the water, Parliament and the park on the right.
Issue 1,276 · Friday, July 17, 2026PrivacyTermsEthics© Capital Daily Media Ltd. Victoria, BC
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Surfers relish a friendly, early February session on the Jordan River as a log boom is towed, destined for the Fraser River. Photo: Nora O’Malley, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter.

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Could shifting gears from forestry to tourism become a big BC payoff?

With over 400 Indigenous tourism-related businesses open in 2023 supporting 9,962 jobs, First Nations may be just “scratching the surface” of an industry filled with opportunity.

Nora O'Malley, Local Journalism Initiative, Ha-Shilth-Sa·Monday, March 2, 2026·8 min read

BCGEU members, led by Paul Finch, the union president, march in Victoria. Photo: Flickr

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PEA leaves pickets, hopes for settlement like BCGEU's

The union and province have signed a return-to-work agreement, and the union has agreed not to strike for 30 days while negotiations resume.

Mark Brennae·Sunday, October 26, 2025·3 min

BCGEU members rallied yesterday in downtown Victoria. Photo: Mark Brennae / Capital Daily

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BC civil servants begin their job action with downtown rally

Negotiations began in January to replace a collective agreement that expired on March 31.

Mark Brennae·Monday, September 1, 2025·3 min

Members of the Victoria chapter of Direct Action Everywhere staged monthly protests in front of the Fairmont Empress. Photo: Direct Action Everywhere

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Fairmont Empress Hotel goes fur-free following Victoria campaign

Karin Nelson, a Saanich resident, started two petitions that appear to have been pivotal in helping force the policy change.

Mark Brennae·Monday, September 1, 2025·3 min

Matthew Haniak and Rod Mackinnon brought Meerkat to Vegfest at Ship Point. Photo courtesy of Rod Mackinnon.

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Victoria company creates community through sharing outdoor gear

Meerkat is a new website and soon-to-be app that lets people lend and borrow outdoor equipment.

Robyn Bell·Sunday, August 24, 2025·3 min
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Victoria Uber Drivers Unionize in Groundbreaking Effort

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Victoria Uber Drivers Unionize in Groundbreaking Effort

The union calls the certification, which comes after a driver vote in March, a landmark victory for gig workers.

Isaac Phan Nay, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, The Tyee·Tuesday, July 8, 2025·3 min

Photo: Ship Point Night Market / Facebook

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Your 2025 guide to Victoria’s farmers markets

Fresh produce, local artisans, and community vibes—here’s where to shop local this season.

Amelia Acedo·Tuesday, May 13, 2025·9 min
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Capital Daily’s 2025 Election Hub

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Capital Daily’s 2025 Election Hub

The 2025 federal election campaign will end on April 28 with the election of a new set of parliamentarians tasked with the job of governing Canada.

Capital Daily Staff·Tuesday, April 15, 2025·6 min

Victoria Specialty Hardware. Photo: Robyn Bell / Capital Daily

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Local hardware store closure leaves customers in the lurch

Victoria Specialty Hardware quietly closed, leaving customers wondering how they'll retrieve thousands of dollars worth of purchases.

Robyn Bell·Wednesday, February 12, 2025·3 min

Cargo ships anchored off the coast of Victoria. Photo: Sidney Coles

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Ships off the Westshore still have no port to go to: feds force workers back to the docks

A dock foreman strike in Vancouver means laden shipping vessels are parked in the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, November 11, 2024·6 min

James Bay gas station is under construction. Photo: Mark Brennae / Capital Daily

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We've got gas! James Bay gas station to reopen after 7 years

“Since 2017, this despicable eyesore has been stalled on a main artery in our beautiful community,” the petition begins.

Mark Brennae·Monday, October 28, 2024·4 min

(L-R) DVBA Board President Bruce Hallsor, Grace Lore, Sonia Furstenau, Tim Thielmann. Photo: Sidney Coles / Capital Daily

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Provincial candidates talk business and safety in Victoria

One in a series of Capital Daily’s in-depth reporting on provincial election campaigns in the region.

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Thursday, October 3, 2024·9 min

Saanich City Hall. Photo: District of Saanich

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Inflation and aging infrastructure add percentage points to taxes for Saanich

Gaps in asset management a key factor impacting tax hikes for residents

Sidney Coles·Wednesday, August 21, 2024·4 min