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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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Victoria's Inner Harbour comes alive through the summer. Photo: Colin Smith / Canada Dry Victoria Dragon Boat Festival

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What's coming up in Victoria this July

Caribbean carnival on the harbour, Pride across the city, Kinky Boots at the Royal, collector cars down Oak Bay Avenue, and Pacific FC under the lights. Your month, mapped.

The Capital Daily team·Monday, June 29, 2026·2 min read

Image: BC Black History Awareness Society

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Black History events happening in Greater Victoria 2026

There are opportunities to learn about Black history in BC and on the Island all month long

Robyn Bell·Thursday, January 29, 2026·3 min

The Lights of Wonder. Photo: Downtown Victoria Business Association

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Events happening in Greater Victoria this December

From intimate jazz performances and candlelit classical concerts to family-friendly films and New Year's Eve celebrations, the capital region offers countless ways to embrace the magic of the season.

Emily Edwards·Monday, December 1, 2025·11 min

Baylie McKnight and Bryan Alix. Photo: Submitted

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Walking the middle path: This BC nonprofit provides hope, treatment and community for people with BPD

The Borderline Personality Disorder Society of BC is a support group that started off in Victoria

Lubna El Elaimy·Thursday, July 17, 2025·3 min

Photo: Oak Bay Tea party website

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Events happening in Greater Victoria this June

Summer kicks off in style with outdoor festivals, farmers markets, foodie events, and family-friendly fun all across Greater Victoria.

Amelia Acedo·Friday, May 23, 2025·8 min

Nora Butz, Yen Wo Society president, sits in the Tam Kung Temple. Photo: Robyn Bell / Capital Daily

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Oldest Chinese temple in Canada vying for top heritage prize

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
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International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025

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International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025

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

Photo: Sidney BIA

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Family Day events happening in Greater Victoria in 2025

From museums to storytime and playtime, there's plenty to do with your crew.

Amelia Acedo·Friday, February 14, 2025·5 min

Aahmes Deschutter takes his trick shot. Note the tin can in the air. Screenshot courtesy Aahmes Deschutter

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Victoria barber misses first place by a hair in international blade-throwing competition

Aahmes Deschutter placed seventh among the 117 amateurs in the no-spin and rotational events, and came in second place with his trick shot.

Mark Brennae·Thursday, October 10, 2024·3 min

CN rail train on mainland. Photo by Sidney Coles.

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Amid national railway work stoppages, Labour Day highlights Island’s intense labour history

More than a century ago, Island workers fought against shockingly dangerous mining conditions

Sidney Coles, Local Journalism Initiative·Monday, September 2, 2024·8 min

Island Métis Childcare Centre. Photo: Submitted

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Unconditional support for Vancouver Island Métis families

From counselling services to cultural workshops, the Island Metis Family & Community Services Society is an invaluable resource for people of all ages

Eva Rasciauskas·Tuesday, June 18, 2024·3 min