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Mark Brennae

Business

Moviegoers petition city to keep downtown movie experiences

Mark Brennae
May 13, 2025

If both theatres were to close, it would leave the IMAX in the Royal BC Museum as the lone theatre screening major releases, and Silver City at Tillicum the closest multiplex cinema.

Health

Victoria YMCA-YWCA moving to Bay Centre

Mark Brennae
May 7, 2025

The new Y won’t have a pool, gymnasium, or any racquet sport courts, something an estimated 10-15% of the membership uses.

Protests

Want to hold an event here? There are rules

Mark Brennae
May 2, 2025

Event organizers can’t drive poles or stakes into the ground and if their event is to go longer than two hours, they may have to provide portable toilets.

Federal Election 2025

Liberals trumped Conservatives who didn't pivot, says UVic professor

Mark Brennae
Apr 30, 2025

“Talk about a turn of events." — UVic political scientist Michael Prince

Federal Election 2025

Victoria candidates answer key questions ahead of federal election

Mark Brennae
Apr 23, 2025

US President Donald Trump has imposed himself squarely in the centre of Canadian politics, leading leaders of all stripes to try to tell you they and only they can best defend Canada in trade talks with him.

Housing

James Bay residents rail against Victoria's proposed OCP

Mark Brennae
Apr 17, 2025

“We want balanced development that protects affordable housing, preserves our heritage, and maintains our green spaces.” — James Bay Coalition spokesperson Mariann Burka.

Federal Election 2025

Federal election 2025: Victoria riding

Mark Brennae
Apr 9, 2025

Incumbent Laurel Collins is looking for a third successive term

Community

Oak Bay townhouse proposal perturbs some in the neighbourhood

Mark Brennae
Apr 3, 2025

A community open house has been scheduled for April 15, from 6pm to 8pm at the Oak Bay United Church.