News In Victoria: Latest Stories

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.

Policing

Esquimalt rejects additional funding request for officers it says it doesn’t need

Esquimalt points to VicPD Community Safety Report Card that tells the story of diverging policing realities.

Events

International Women’s Day events in Victoria 2025

Robyn Bell
March 7, 2025

Informative talks, storytelling nights, self-care events, craft workshops, and family-oriented festivities are happening this weekend.

Politics

Provincial budget looks to hold the line in the face of trade war with the US

Premier David Eby says the silver lining of the tariffs is "a sense of solidarity among Canadians."