Events

Victoria Poetry Project celebrates 20 years

Headlining the event is previous Poet Laureate Emeritus of Calgary, Sheri-D Wilson, who inspired the creation of Tongues of Fire.

William Head on Stage explores family and memory in ‘Baile de la Familia’

“I think it’s because it’s a really basic need that we all have to be seen and to be heard,” said Williams on the impact of WHoS. “Most of these…

Don’t miss Victoria’s upcoming Art Battle

He hopes to foster an inclusive, daring, and joyful atmosphere — complete with costume changes, commentary, and answers to audience art questions. Jasman takes hosting seriously, seeing it as a…

Local musicians reviving old tradition with fiddle dances

Many of the band members grew up attending dances as children and have been learning this music since they were young. Now, it only feels natural for it to be…

Victoria Anarchist Bookfair turned 20 this year

The twentieth anniversary highlighted the fair’s enduring role in Victoria’s cultural and political landscape. Rather than hinging on a single event or keynote, its significance lies in the sustained engagement…

CFUV volunteer DJs student welcome event

Fejzullai said being asked to DJ for the event inspired her to “keep it up and practice [DJing] even more than I already was, which was a good step for…

Ditch dating apps, dance instead

Most dates I have been on were activities you’d do with a friend anyway, where you have to do conversational legwork to go from platonic to romantic. When you’re dancing,…

Six UVic students and their JCURA-winning research

Successful recipients of JCURA receive a $1 500 award and the chance to present their research at an annual fair. 

From riffs to recognition: How Thistle became a finalist in Battle of The Bands

The brothers’ experiences on the West Coast are deeply entwined in their music. The McLennans moved to Bainbridge Island, Washington, in 2007 and, surrounded by the San Juan Islands, the…