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CRD proposes new bylaw to provide additional funding to local theatres

While the grant system hasn’t been established yet, Dell hopes that it will make it easier for the theatre community to rent the Royal or McPherson theatres.

Pardon our progress

Behold — a maze of orange pylons, excavators, and “Detour” signs. You might be wondering: “how does anyone get to the beach in this mess?” As it turns out, UVic…

The Greater Victoria municipalities, ranked

The Capital regional district encompasses 13 municipalities. Here’s the ultimate (and completely subjective) ranking of our municipalities. 

Recent Saanich and Oak Bay decisions could make housing more accessible for UVic students

The Saanich council recently wrapped up ongoing studies and surveys on garden suites, and voted to legalize them as part of a plan to increase housing in the municipality. Oak…

James Bay wolf celebrated by photographer for survival instincts on lonely island

Cheryl Alexander developed a unique bond with Takaya over the eight years the wolf lived on a nearby island. As an environmental and conservation photographer, Alexander frequently visited Takaya and…

Patrick Boyle, UVic Jazz and Creative Music Ensemble plays in Blues for Eric

On Saturday, November 2 Patrick Boyle and the UVic Jazz and Creative Music Ensemble will perform another Blues for Eric benefit concert in the intimate, Oak Bay Village venue.

Patrick Boyle to play at latest ‘Blues for Eric’ concert on April 13

Trumpet star and UVic professor Patrick Boyle will celebrate the seminal music of Louis Armstrong while raising funds at the ninth 'Blues for Eric' benefit concert. The show starts at…

Two UVic students make bids for local office

Candidates Isabella Lee and Nathan Daisley hope to bring fresh perspectives to municipal politics This fall, a pair of UVic students are hoping to make the leap from the classroom…

A student’s guide to B.C. municipal elections

Municipal elections don’t happen every day, and since they aren’t frequent, a lot of current students may never have participated in one or, at the very least, could use a…