From July 29 to August 7 the Sooke Fine Arts Show invites art lovers, and those curious about art to view 375 original works of West Coast art at the SEAPARC Leisure Complex. Read more…
The Hope Next Door
A neighbourhood move helps one family construct an accessible future for their son. Read more…
Garden Getaways
Explore Vancouver Island’s most beautiful spaces, and so much more, with these free online garden itineraries. Read more…
Smarty Plants: Why orchid lovers are obsessed with these exotic blooms
Not just a pretty flower: The clever orchid inspires passion and obsession. Expand your world of exotic blooms, check out these sources. Read more…
Radical Redesign
RAD founder Tanelle Bolt is on a mission to make the world accessible to everyone. Read more…
Fig Season: Fill your basket with this sweet, seasonal Mediterranean fruit
The fig is among the most fascinating of fruit. For one thing, it’s actually a flower — technically, a cluster of flowers called an inflorescence — captured inside a smooth, bulbous stem that fits perfectly in the palm of your hand. Read more…
Meet our new poets laureate
Victoria’s new Poet Laureate and Youth Poet Laureate, respectively, tasked with honouring, celebrating and reflecting the city through poetry for the next two years. Read more…
Style Watch: Crisp & Cool
When the sun comes out to play, you should, too. This summer, hit the seaside in beautifully breezy white swimwear and linen separates. Read more…
July Ginuary Festival
Love gin? Or have an interest, but don’t know where to start? Head to the St. Anne’s Academy grounds in Downtown Victoria on July 29 and 30 to sample gins from international and craft distillers, as well as non-alcoholic drinks. Read more…
NEW CANS FOR THE COOLER
On a sunny afternoon, nothing beats a cool one on the patio or at the campground. Now you can have your hoppy IPA or craft cider and skip the alcohol this summer with some killer craft bevvies from local makers and retailers. Read more…