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Story Studio wants children to foster deeper connections by writing and sharing their stories

Eva Rasciauskas
March 24, 2025

This award-winning charity inspires youth to be great storytellers through writing workshops for all ages

Health

Clock running on municipal budget decisions around E-Comm

Many municipalities have decided to accept the costs and have already integrated them into their budgets. Others, such as Sooke, are still deliberating.

Homelessness

Alliance to End Homelessness unveils strategic plan to achieve ‘functional zero’ by 2030

The Built for Zero initiative has become a national movement that encourages communities to work together toward ending homelessness through measurable and timebound goals.

Homelessness

Victoria bylaw amendments offer strategies for dealing with the homeless crisis

A city staff report alleges people experiencing homelessness have been transferred to Victoria parks after being released from hospital care or custody in neighbouring municipalities.

Food

British Columbians drinking less booze: UVic study

Mark Brennae
March 12, 2025

“It is astounding to see this huge change from record highs to record lows in just a few short years," — CISUR director Dr.Tim Naimi.

Events

St. Patrick's Day events in Greater Victoria

Amelia Acedo
March 12, 2025

Don’t forget to wear green

Immigration

Changes to immigration policies hurting Victoria restaurant workers

Robyn Bell
March 11, 2025

Foreign restaurant workers are unsure about their futures—and employers say it's bad for business.

Business

BC Ferries considers connecting to DOGE Captain Elon Musk’s satellites

BC Ferries is looking to bring connectivity back to its vessels, first for crew and then for passengers.