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Is the only option for treatment to leave Victoria?

It was a Wednesday evening in December. Dylan Samuels was riding his bike home from a floor hockey game when he saw a figure on a bike looming on the…

Gay bar to cautionary tale: The Paparazzi story

Recently Paparazzi nightclub’s status as a distinctly queer space has diminished, the LGBTQ+ community is feeling the loss.

Soak up the culture: The Martlet’s essential guide to end of summer events

As classes begin and September promises a flurry of new assignments, you can still soak up the last of the summer with vibrant cultural programming across the city of Victoria.

Exploring the history of Point Ellice House Museum and Gardens

Point Ellice House, one of Victoria’s oldest residences, was initially built in 1861 for Catherine and Charles Wallace.

Visiting Beyond Van Gogh in Victoria

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience invites guests to step into the artwork of one of the most influential artists in history, bringing his paintings to life by incorporating still…

The best patios in Victoria for any occasion

To make things a little less intimidating, I have carefully curated a list of patios in Victoria to go to this summer based on your plans for the night.

Letters: UVic housing is in its flop era

While trying to take the UVic housing survey, I was kicked out on question three for being a “homeowner.” Instead of moving on to the next question, I was informed…

The best dog-friendly beaches and parks in Greater Victoria

It’s officially spring, and as temperatures are rising, many dog owners prepare to undertake the tedious task of figuring out which parks and beaches allow their furry friends to run…

An evening with “Victoria’s gem,” Esi Edugyan

Esi Edugyan spoke at the BC Black History Awareness Society’s event titled Out of the Sun: On Black History and Storytelling.