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Environment

Troubled waters: Intermittent pollution in Bowker Creek a mystery

Robyn Bell
December 9, 2024

While the contaminant has not been identified, construction runoff is likely, says conservation organization

Disability

Tenants from Village on the Green rally for housing security

Tenants with disabilities are worried they’ll end up on the street

University of Victoria

UVic encourages Swiftness in the classroom with new Taylor-made music course

Mark Brennae
December 6, 2024

Universities have offered courses on musicians since the Beatles, so it should be no surprise there’s a Swiftie course.

Housing

Cool Aid ready to launch the new Crosstown multi-use housing development

New tenants are expected to move into Crosstown sometime in February.

Charity

Fundraiser aims to help non-profit keeping people safe in Victoria’s nightlife district

Robyn Bell
December 2, 2024

Hotel Zed will match up to $25K in donations to Good Night Out, supporting work to prevent sexual assault and gendered violence during nights out.

Events

Free and public seasonal events around the CRD this December

We’ve rounded up a host of holiday events happening across the region

Events

Holiday concerts happening in Greater Victoria 2024

Robyn Bell
November 27, 2024

Traditional classics, pop hits, and jazzy renditions of holiday favourites can be heard throughout the city this season.

Economy

Victoria’s living wage nearly $10 more an hour than current minimum wage

Robyn Bell
November 25, 2024

Cost of living in the capital has risen 5% since last year