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Vancouver Island - Victoria Campfire Ban

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:55:21 -0500

Extreme dry conditions throughout the Southern coast of B.C. has prompted a sweeping campfire ban in effect as of Friday across much of Vancouver Lower Mainland, Gulf Islands, Vancouver Island and Sunshine Coast. No outdoor fire no matter how small is permitted during this ban. Violators could face hefty

Navy Cuts Won't Hurt Victoria Economy After All

Fri, 14 May 2010 16:08:20 -0500

What first started out as a real threat to our local economy, has now subsided, for now... Just a few short days ago, the military announced major cutbacks to its Naval fleet which could have docked up to three B.C.-based ships."It's inconceivable that the government is choosing to cut funding

Victoria Home Sales On The Decline

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:16:20 -0500

Back in March 2008, the residential real estate market could do no wrong. Prices were at an all-time high and the volume of transactions was steady. Fast-forward to the close of 2008, and it appears the wheels have fallen off the market for the time being. BC residential home

Experience Old‐fashioned Christmas at Helmcken House

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 15:40:47 -0500

If you haven't been to Helmcken House yet, this is a great time of year for a visit to one of Victoria's oldest houses. Every Christmas season, Helmcken House gets completely decked with boughs of fir and holly and homemade decorations in an effort to re-create the spirit of an authentic Victorian Christmas. Starting on December 20th

Tuba Christmas

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:53:02 -0500

I've always had an affection for tubas and tuba players. Tuba Christmas will bring together 50+ tuba players from across BC and the Pacific Northwest at Market Square on December 6/08. This lively tradition originated over 30 years ago in New York City's Rockefeller Centre. When: December 6/08, 1-3

WinterFest and Family Expo, December 6-7/08

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:28:03 -0500

Do you really love Christmas? Chances are you'll fancy WinterFest and Family Expo, Vancouver Island's 2nd Annual Gift Craft Show and Family Expo on December 6-7/08. There will be music, theater and demos on the main stage, 50+ artisans, Christmas ideas and fun,interactive displays for kids, and GIVING CARNIVAL supporting

Carolling Week at City Hall

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 22:10:09 -0500

Come out, listen and sing along to the sounds of Christmas at the 43rd Annual Carolling Week at City Hall, December 1-5/08. Greater Victoria School District and Glenlyon-Norfolk School will be performing favourite Christmas carols next week at City Hall. Rod Berod will be on keyboard and Al Ferraby

Yeti Snowshoe Adventure Race

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:24:17 -0500

I'm super excited about the upcoming Yeti Snowshoe Adventure Race on January 17/09 in Comox Valley. The popular Nordic Snowshoe Race will stop, the only Vancouver Island one for the 4 Race mountain snowshoe series, at Mount Washington. For more information, visit Mount Washington online.

What is Sustainability?

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:24:06 -0500

Do you think about sustainability for Victoria? The City of Victoria has launched into a new initiative, Victoria Sustainability Framework, focusing on how the municipality can improve its operations and measures the community must take to keep Victoria sustainable. The framework will identify how the City can contribute towards

New 2009 Great Skates schedule

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:23:29 -0500

The City of Victoria Recreation Services has released its Winter 2009 Great Skates and Arena Program Schedule. It includes a Public Skating Schedule, information on Adult Learn to Skate, Power Skating, Passport to Skating and more. Monthly Free Skates at Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre for December/January will be: Christmas Skate

Last Chance Craft Fair, Port Alberni

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:23:19 -0500

The Last Chance Craft Fair will be Christmas shopping central in Port Alberni on November 28-30/08. This fair will feature one-of-a-kind handmade gifts to stocking stuffers. The Alberni Search & Rescue Hall will host the three day event. When: November 28-30/08, Friday 3-9 pm; Saturday 10 am-5 pm; Sunday 10

Golf and ski the winter away

Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:23:08 -0500

Do you want to spend the Christmas holidays skiing or playing golf? The beauty of Vancouver Island's sub-Mediterranean climate is you can ski and golf on the same holiday. Golf Vancouver Island is offering Golf & Ski packages from December 5/08 to March 31/09. The specials involve Crown Isle

Jingle Mingle Cocktail Party & Auction

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:38:03 -0500

One of the season's fundraising events will be Jingle Mingle ~ A Cocktail Party and Auction for the BC Cancer Foundation on December 10/08 Terry Farmer will Emcee the event that will feature a Silent and Live Auction with Eric Charmon as Auctioneer. When: December 10/08 Where: Crystal Ballroom, Fairmont

Ghosts of Christmas Past walking tour

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:37:53 -0500

Do you believe in Christmas ghost stories? The Victoria walking tour, Ghosts of Christmas Past, on Saturdays, December 6-20/08 and daily December 27-31/08 at 7:30 pm, might make you a believer. After all, Victoria is said to be British Columbia's most haunted city. The 90-minute tour will share some

Christmas with Holly Cole

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:37:41 -0500

Don't you love the sounds of Holly at Christmas? That would be Christmas with Holly Cole at the Royal Theatre on December 20/08, 8 pm. The soulful singer Holly Cole will share some of her Christmas favourites with Giuseppe Pietraroia, conductor and the Victoria Symphony. For more information, visit