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  • Support Local with Meal Delivery This Holiday Season

    By Erin Maguire There is no denying that this year’s holiday celebrations in Victoria will look and feel very different from non-pandemic years past. We might not be able to have large boisterous gatherings with friends and extended family but there are still so many ways we can bring joy to the season and support […] Read more...

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Support Local with Meal Delivery This Holiday Season

By Erin Maguire There is no denying that this year’s holiday celebrations in Victoria will look and feel very different from non-pandemic years past. We might not be able to have large boisterous gatherings with friends and extended family but there are still so many ways we can bring joy to the season and support […] Read more…

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Ways to Support Local this Holiday Season

By Samantha Lacy 2020 has been one of the most challenging times of our lives, with many of our favorite local retailers suffering the economic impact of lockdowns. As we continue to pull together to get through the pandemic, consider how supporting local is good for you, our community and our economy. Holiday gift giving […] Read more…

Victoria Staycation: A Festive Getaway at The Inn at Laurel Point

We can’t travel but we can still get away. Try a relaxing staycation— with scenic views and tempting food — close to home.  Read more…

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Perennial favourite Nutcracker a virtual delight this holiday season

This year fans of the holiday ballet classic Nutcracker get to the enjoy the show from the safety and comfort of their home. Dance Victoria presents Ukrainian Shumka Dancers version of the perennial favorite. Read more…

Victoria Public Market: Downtown’s Walk-Able All-in-One Stop

Take a look at the Victoria Public Market’s updated hours for the Holiday Season! The Market is still your go-to downtown Victoria lunch stop offering delivery and take-out! Read more…

The French Modernism of Emily Carr

Emily Carr: Fresh Seeing – French Modernism and the West Coast is the new feature exhibition at the Royal BC Museum.  Read more…

Compagnie Hervé KOUBI - What the day owes to the night. Credit: Nathalie Sternalski.

Dance Victoria Celebrates the World’s Best Dance with Virtual Season

As they adapt to pandemic restrictions, Dance Victoria will present a virtual season that allows ticket holders to experience the World’s Best Dance from their homes, featuring companies from France/Algeria, Morocco, Ukraine/Edmonton, Brazil and South Korea. Read more…

Find 350+ Little Free Libraries in Victoria, B.C.

There are more than 350 Little Free Libraries in Victoria – that’s a lot. And the CRD has created a map so you can find them all! Read more…

Q & A with Local Muralist Lydia Beauregard

Illustrator and muralist Lydia Beauregard is constantly seeking new ways to enhance the beauty of her surroundings. Read more…

The Vic Theatre is Keeping it Real

With its low-key art house approach to movie screenings, the Vic Theatre is keeping it real. Read more…

The Fernwood Factor

Once a downtrodden part of the inner city, Fernwood has become a stylishly creative urban hub, home to designer street fairs, renovated heritage homes next to modern builds, hip boutiques, design studios, busy eateries and some of Victoria’s most fascinating people. This is the story of the evolving neighbourhood — told by the neighbourhood. Read more…

Brett Smith-Daniels is a Musician with a Plan

Slight of frame and looking a bit like Harry Potter without the glasses (or scar!) — and, with his British accent, sounding even more like him — Victoria’s Brett Smith-Daniels is a man with a plan. Albeit a young man with a bold plan. A blueprint for the blues. Read more…

9 Things to LOVE About Fernwood BC

It’s always a beautiful day in Fernwood BC. Here’s a list of what to see, do and taste to make the most of your next walk through the Fernwood neighbourhood. Read more…

Ultimate Waterfront Patios in Victoria, B.C.

The warm weather begins and locals flock to the sunny waterfront patios of local pubs and eateries for views of the ocean, time with friends, and an ice cold glass of local wine or craft beer. We have put together your ultimate guide for waterfront patios in Victoria, B.C. and the list seems to grow everyday.  Read more…

AGGV Launches TD Artist Guide

Pandemic safety measures have forced the cancellation of this year’s event, but organizers have found a new way to promote artists in our region.  Read more…

The Purposeful You: Starting a Vegetable Garden in Victoria

Our guest columnist, Tasha Medve of the Purposeful You, shares tips for a low-waste lifestyle and advice on how to make more purposeful choices for the planet.  Read more…

Victoria Art Checkup: The Bateman Gallery of Nature

A weekly Q&A column that talks with our city’s arts and culture organizations about how they are navigating the current crisis Read more…

Helping Others with Food Gardens

The Food Eco District’s new program, My FED Farm, provides locals struggling through this time with free start-up garden kits.  Read more…

Victoria Art Checkup: Langham Court Theatre

A weekly Q&A column that talks with our city’s arts and culture organizations about how they are navigating the current crisis. Read more…

Victoria Art Checkup: The Victoria Conservatory of Music

A weekly Q&A column that talks with our city’s arts and culture organizations about how they are navigating the current crisis. Read more…

Victoria Art Checkup: Pacific Opera Victoria

A weekly Q&A column that talks with our city’s arts and culture organizations about how they are navigating the current crisis.  Read more…

Celebrate Cherry Blossom Season in Victoria

One of the joys of spring in Victoria is the frothy pink delight of the cherry trees in bloom. Before they fade, celebrate Sakura Season with pretty-in-pink cuisine inspired by the blossoms. Read more…

Victoria Art Checkup: The Belfry Theatre

A new weekly Q&A column that talks with our city’s arts and culture organizations about how they are navigating the current crisis. Read more…

Victoria Art Checkup: Dance Victoria

A new weekly Q&A column that talks with our city’s arts and culture organizations about how they are navigating the current crisis. Read more…

5 WAYS TO GIVE BACK IN VICTORIA

Whether it’s ordering groceries, coffee, wine or meals, when you support these local businesses, you’re giving back to the community — a win-win in our books.  Read more…

Ways to Practice Self-Care in Victoria

Feeling a little more stress and anxiety lately? You’re not alone. It’s time to embrace self-care — with a Victoria focus.  Read more…

Zero Waste Emporium Models Sustainability in Victoria, B.C.

The Zero Waste Emporium is a store that allows customers to shop package-free. They bring in an average of three new products per week – all with sustainability in mind. Read more…

Jason Verners Creates a Modern Magic Experience with a Deck of Cards

With rising star magician Jason Verners, what you see is not what you get — and his audiences love it and his contemporary, no-top-hat-and-cape take on magic shows.  Read more…

Downtown Victoria is Your Place to be a Change Maker [Video]

Downtown Victoria: Your Place to Be Storytelling Project features unscripted stories of people like Paula & Nairn, who live, work, and play in downtown Victoria. Read more…

Not Just Pretty Blends Style and Sustainability

Long before sustainable fashion was the buzzy trend it is today, Not Just Pretty focused on stylish, cutting-edge fashion with a focus on the environment. Read more…

Support the VICA Help Fill A Dream Charity Casino Night in Victoria, B.C.

The Vancouver Island Construction Association’s U40 Group is hosting their 6th Annual Charity Casino – We Roll for Creole for Help Fill a Dream foundation on Feb 21, 2020! Read more…

Victoria Coffee Culture: In Person with Hide + Seek Coffee Co-Owner, Jamie Owens

Jamie Owens and her husband Jesse Owens created Hide + Seek as a place for people to “hide out” or “seek friends” on Oak Bay Avenue. Jamie talks to YAM about the magic of timing, atmosphere and lattes. Read more…

Victoria Coffee Culture: Talking Trends and Coffee with 2% Jazz Owner, Sam Jones

A visit to 2% Jazz should be a “syncopation” or “funky break” in people’s workdays, says owner, Sam Jones. Sam shares his experience finding his dream job in his coffeeshops and his trend forecast for 2020. Read more…

Victoria Coffee Culture: A Conversation with Hey Happy Coffee Owner, Rob Kettner

Rob Kettner started out in film and video, but after a snowboarding accident he entered the world of coffee. Rob chatted with YAM about creativity in cafe ownership, trends he sees pass through his shop and Hey Happy’s expansion. Read more…

Max Furniture Moves to Quadra St and Triples in Size

When Max Furniture moves from its current location on Bridge Street to its new home at 3460 Quadra Street, its floor space will triple to 9,000 square feet. Read more…

Victoria Symphony Confronts the Sounds of Frank Zappa

Maestro Christian Kluxen
and the Victoria Symphony
take on the irreverent work
of two of music’s biggest
non-conformists, Frank Zappa
and Edgard Varèse. Read more…

Downtown Victoria is Your Place to be Helpful [Video]

Downtown Victoria: Your Place to Be Storytelling Project features unscripted stories of people like Wendy, who live, work, and play in downtown Victoria.  Read more…

Your Ultimate New Years Eve Guide for Victoria, B.C.

Are you hoping to spend the last night of the decade sipping bubbly and enjoying an elaborate meal? Or does dancing and cocktails sound like your idea of the perfect 2019 send off? Either way, we have curated this guide to the very finest places in Victoria to kick off the new year in style! Read more…

Wovenwares Creates Community Connection

For the creators at Wovenwares, weaving connects them to their local community.  Read more…

DVBA’S LIGHTS OF WONDER A VISUAL DELIGHT OVER THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS

The Downtown Victoria Business Association brings a brand-new, all-ages, all access, free outdoor holiday extravaganza to Centennial Square this holiday season. Read more…

5 Reasons You Will Love Dance Days 2020

Now in its 11th year, Dance Days – an annual city-wide festival in Victoria that celebrates all styles of dance, new choreography and diverse dance companies – is from January 31 to February 9, 2020. Read more…

Downtown Victoria is Your Place to be Authentic [Video]

Downtown Victoria: Your Place to Be Storytelling Project features unscripted stories of people like Nate, who live, work, and play in downtown Victoria.  Read more…

Royal BC Museum Seasonal Activity Calendar

Get out of the mall and into the true spirit of the season with these high-touch/low-stress December events at the Royal BC Museum. Read more…

A Guide to a Seaside Christmas in Sidney, B.C.

Santa’s not the only one who has been busy these last few months. The Sidney Business Improvement Area Society (Sidney BIA) in collaboration with Sidney BIA members, community organizations and the Town of Sidney has worked hard to make Christmas in Sidney an extraordinary time for residents and visitors.  Read more…

5 Victoria Holiday Fairs to Shop Local this Season

Vancouver Island has a delightful community of local makers – perfect for shopping local this holiday season. YAM has a guide of 5 Holiday Fairs to explore in the Victoria area. Read more…

Gingerbread Showcase Puts Creativity on Display

By Habitat for Humanity Over two dozen beautiful, quirky and fun gingerbread houses go on display November 16 – January 5 at the Parkside Hotel & Spa during the 11th Annual Habitat for Humanity Gingerbread Showcase. The popular annual event has become a holiday tradition, with volunteer bakers competing for the coveted People’s Choice Award, […] Read more…

4 Winter Art & Culture Events in Victoria, B.C.

Looking for a fantastic art exhibition or a creative performance to see over these cold months? YAM has you covered with 4 wonderful events. Read more…

Connecting with Canadian Artist Tim Hoey

Artist Timothy Hoey holds up a mirror to Canada, in all of its wonder, complexity and, yes, kitschy pop culture.  Read more…

Downtown Victoria is your Place to be Spontaneous [Video]

Downtown Victoria: Your Place to Be Storytelling Project features unscripted stories of people like Al, who live, work, and play in downtown Victoria. Read more…

Q & A With Creative Original Ian Locke

YAM talked with Ian Locke about his love of Berlin, his strong friendships and his favourite instagram account. Read more…

Q & A With Jessie Atkins of Berg + Betts

YAM spoke with Jessie Atkins all about her favourite podcast, slow fashion and her love of Vancouver Island summertime. Read more…

Q & A with Boom + Batten’s Head Chef, Sam Harris

YAM talks with fine dining chef Sam Harris about his inspiration, favourite film and fascination with the sustainable protein source called “solein”. Read more…

DVBA Celebrates Small Business Month [Video]

In downtown Victoria, small businesses play a vital role in making our city a great place to live, work, and play.  Read more…

Downtown Victoria is Your Place to be a TOUR GUIDE: Jas’s Story [VIDEO]

Downtown Victoria: Your Place to Be Storytelling Project features unscripted stories of people, like Jas, who live, work, and play in downtown Victoria.  Read more…

A Conversation with Local Hairstylist, Mo Ibriham.

YAM writer, Susan Hollis talked to the talented hair stylist Mo Ibriham all about confidence, coming to Canada from Lebanon and his number one love: hairstyling. Read more…

Tonic Jewelry Believes in the West Coast Creative Community

From day one, the ethos at Tonic Jewelry has been to celebrate local people making local jewelry. Read more…

YAM’s Top Picks for Art & Culture this Fall

Find out what’s new in Victoria’s art, theatre and music scene with these five local events and shows. Read more…

A New Note for Hermann’s Jazz Club

The venerable View Street club, which has been the heart and soul of the Island’s jazz and blues culture for three decades, literally has a new lease on life.  Read more…

Ian Locke is a True Creative Original

Ian Locke is a multi-faceted creative with a gift for collaboration — he continues to lead the way with his trend-setting creative endeavours. Read more…

Chef Sam Harris Proves it’s all in the Details

Victoria is blessed with trendsetters and tastemakers, like chef Sam Harris of Boom + Batten, who reflect Victoria’s evolution as the capital of cool. Harris is at the forefront of his craft and we can’t wait to see what he does next. Read more…

Bridging Cultures at the Heart of New Flamenco Show

Vancouver native Deborah Dawson-Mourocq (La Caramelita Flamenco Company) is excited to return to Victoria and Vancouver to perform her first solo flamenco show, mixing various Indian influences (familiar Indian songs and chants) with traditional flamenco rhythms and footwork.  Read more…

Enter to win a family pass to the Saanich Fair!

Celebrate the fair’s 151st birthday with a weekend of fun for the whole family! Read more…

Boom Boxes Create Urban Gardens

Jordan Glowicki created Boom Boxes, instant gardens for non-gardeners. Read more…

Wheelies Motorcycles: Motorbike Repair Shop Meets Foodie Haven

Chef Kellan (“Kai”) Musseau of Wheelies Motorcycles has a unique business that combines his love of motorcycles and local food. Read more…

Music, Art and Poetry Events for Summer in Victoria

Looking for cultural events and art shows for some summer fun? We have a list for you. Read more…

Win a Tasting Menu Experience at Boom + Batten

Savour five delicious courses for two created by chef Sam Harris while enjoying the spectacular waterfront views from Boom + Batten, the city’s newest fine dining restaurant at the Victoria International Marina! Contest is closed — new giveaway announced in September! Read more…

Blue Bridge’s Theatrical Gender Swap

This summer a woman will play the traditionally male role in Blue Bridge’s A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, and it’s not just a stunt. It’s a way to make outdated theatre relevant to contemporary audiences.  Read more…

Vic West Market Garden: Boutique Market and Urban Farm

The Market Garden in Vic West is something of a throwback, reminiscent of an old-time general store — but one with a heightened design esthetic. Read more…

Ticket Giveaway to Diner en Blanc

Win tickets for you and a guest to the elegant picnic where guests dress all in white to connect and appreciate our beautiful city. Read more…

Victoria’s RockBay Square Supports Creativity and Business

The much-loved Rock Bay Square building that is home to many of the city’s artisans and artists is for sale. But those who count on the cheap studio rent for everything from painting to carving, have their fingers crossed, wishing that this community, with its Brooklyn-esque creative vibe, will last and last.  Read more…

Q & A with Victoria Blogger Thomas Guerrero

The author of the local blog, Sidewalking Victoria, opens up about his experience as an avid observer of our capital city in this personal interview. Read more…

Cheryl Bryce Knows her Trees

Cheryl Bryce is a Songhees Nation member who knows that the island’s forests and ecosystems are not just natural but also cultural. Read more…

Understanding Victoria’s Urban Forest

Victoria residents have a fierce and protective love for the trees that abound in this city.  Read more…

50 Ways to Live your Best Life in Victoria, BC

Read the 50 places to go and things to do to get the most out of Summertime in Victoria, B.C. Read more…

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Oak Bay Beach Hotel – A Sanctuary at the edge of the Salish Sea

The Oak Bay Beach Hotel offers breathtaking ocean views of snow-capped mountains. It is minutes away from boutique shops, cafes, and galleries in Oak Bay. Read more…

Calculus Opens New Showroom

Calculus has artisanal menswear and specialty garments for Victoria’s fashion watchers. Read more…

A Q & A with Pam Ubeda of Coast + Beam Architecture

Pam Ubeda of Coast + Beam Architecture talks to YAM about her love of friendships, family, and architecture. Read more…

Victoria Beer Week

Victoria Beer Week Events March 1-9, 2019

Nine days of tasting, education, and of course – beer. Victoria hosts 40 BC craft breweries for this fun-filled week. Read more…

Culture Trends of 2019

Ideas and cultural trends are always shifting, growing and changing. YAM explores some of the largest cultural shifts and movements for the coming year. Read more…

The Power of Eye Contact in Human Connection: A Q&A With Local Street Artist

Local street artist Kashif Abbas opens up about happiness, his greatest love and the importance of human connection. Read more…

Fiddle Me This: Ivonne Hernandez

Known for dazzling talent and spirited performances, Ivonne Hernandez is a bright spark in the fascinating world of fiddle music. Read more…

3 Events to See in Victoria this February

Victoria has some pretty wonderful musical, cultural and artistic events all year round. Here are our February picks for what to see in music, art and the stage. Cape Breton’s golden (bad) boy A certain enfant terrible, fiddler Ashley MacIsaac, will join local guitar whiz Quinn Bachand on another stop in a 10-year off-and-on gig.  […] Read more…

The Uprise of Victoria’s Comedy Scene

Victoria’s comedy scene has gone from ho-hum to happening thanks to some great gigs and a new breed of hilarious (and even home-grown) funny folks. Read more…

Just Sing: The Popularity of Victoria’s Choir Scene

Local Choirs are uniting communities and bringing Victoria together. Read more…

The Proudest Victorian Ever: A Q&A with Sharmarke Dubow

Sharmarke chats with YAM about his greatest achievement, when it is permissible to lie, and what trait he finds most deplorable. Read more…

Stylish Stockist: Pigeonhole Home Store

Pigeonhole provides a welcoming atmosphere and wide selection to find your next unique and stylish furniture or decor piece for your home. Read more…

New Store: SALT Pure Goods

SALT stays environmentally conscious and encourages shopping with intention as it grows from its original Saltspring roots. Read more…

New Store: Michal Negrin at the Bay Centre

Michal Negrin moves into the old Teavana location at the Bay Centre and creates a relaxed and upscale shopping experience by offering a tea bar within the store. Read more…

New Store: Amelia Lee’s New Uptown Location

Amelia Lee’s new bright open space at Uptown houses everything from jewelry to home decor to children’s clothes and toys. Read more…

5 Community Events to Know About This Week: Oct 28-Nov 3

It’s the time of year for pumpkins and scarves. Enjoy this curated list of autumn events for the coming week. Read more…

New Store: Good Bones In Downtown Victoria

This new store on Broad Street carries all the closet classics for women. Read more…

5 Minutes With Blue Grouse Estate Winery’s Bailey Williamson

Winemaker Bailey Williamson shares his greatest fear, his idea of perfect happiness and which historical figure he most admires in this frank conversation.  Read more…

New Store: Maude Kids Decor in Fernwood Square

Shop here for stylish kid products that have a mid-century modernist design esthetic and a Scandinavian touch.  Read more…

New Wine Bar and Bistro: The Farmer’s Daughter

“It’s a cozy, casual and intimate environment to try cheese and wine.” Read more…

Try This Trending Activity: Goat Yoga

Get a gentle workout in and visit with adorable baby goats at the Victoria Lavender Farm. Read more…

Local Entrepreneur Laura Lavender Specializes in Elegant Calligraphy

Laura Lavender’s businesses offers calligraphy services and classes in everything from chalk lettering to pointed-pen calligraphy.  Read more…

Victoria Pride Then and Now: Celebrating 25 Years

Through years of much-loved revelry and pageantry that goes along with Victoria Pride, a vital message endures: people have the right to live their authentic lives. Read more…

The Divisiveness of Victoria’s Public Art

YAM writer Moira Dann shares which pieces of public art she loves, which ones she likes a little less and why she thinks public art is a positive addition to our city.  Read more…

4 Brands Perfect For Pampering, Primping and Treating Yourself

The next time you’re craving sugar, want to treat yourself to a gorgeous bouquet or are hunting for a luxurious candle, opt for these local products.  Read more…

Your YAM-Recommended Summer Playlist

YAM magazine staff share their top Victoria tracks for our ultimate summer playlist. Read more…

Idar Bergseth On Idar Jewellers’ Understated, Spectacular and “Stealth Wealth” Items

Ask Victoria jeweler Idar Bergseth of Idar Jewellers why his work draws from nature and he’ll tell you it wasn’t always that way. Read more…

How Is Victoria’s Public Art Chosen?

How the city’s public art goes from a creative idea into an artistic reality. Read more…

50 Reasons To Love Victoria

With hundreds — or even thousands — of reasons to love Victoria, it was no easy task for the YAM team to narrow it down to our top 50. Read more…

In Conversation With Victoria’s Own Rock Star Neil Osborne

Neil Osborne of 54-40 is a rock star, but he’s Victoria’s rock star, and that makes all the down-to-earth difference. Read more…

A Look At Victoria’s Growing Cannabis Culture

With legalization on the horizon, the city is readying for a trendy green future. Read more…

An Engaged Resident’s Thoughts on Life In Cook Street Village

David Lennam, one of Cook Street Village’s engaged residents, gives us a view to village life. Read more…

3 Events For Your Calendar This May and June

YAM’s top picks for what’s new in theatre, music and art this season.  Read more…

The Cynically Hopeful Victoria Hit List

Here’s what we’re so “over,” what we love and what we would love to see in Victoria.  Read more…

5 Minutes With Vancouver Island’s Burlesque Pioneer Rosie Bitts

She shares her idea of perfect happiness, her greatest fears and confesses to her greatest extravagances.  Read more…

New Store Opening: Migration

Migration — the boutique that is home to over 65 local artists and designers — migrates into stylish new digs at 1223 Government Street. Read more…

Making the Capital City Ballroom A Celebrated Live Music Venue

Not since the days of Harpo’s has Victoria had a city-defining live-music venue. Capital City Ballroom is ready to be that place. Read more…

Local Artist Spotlight: Samantha Dickie Uses Clay to Explore Urban and Natural Landscapes

See her work at Madrona Gallery and at the Fired Up! ceramics exhibit in Metchosin this May 25 to 27.  Read more…

5 Minutes With Novelist Yasuko Thanh

Local writer Yasuko Thanh talks frankly about her greatest fears, the people she most admires and what she considers to be her most treasured possession. Read more…

3 Must-Attend Events This Spring

Our top picks for what’s new in theatre, music and art this March and April.
 Read more…

New Store: West Coast Refill

West Coast Refill, located in Chinatown’s Dragon Alley, is a modern, minimalist bulk store for home-cleaning and body-care products. Read more…

Creative Local Designer Spotlight: Kirk Van Ludwig of Autonomous

Kirk van Ludwig’s line of furniture is inspired, in part, by car design. Read more…

Creative Local Designer Spotlight: Bao Ly of Bao Shoemaker

Bao Ly’s custom shoes are hand sewn using fine leather and make a serious style statement. Read more…

Creative Local Designer Spotlight: D. Ellis of Dellis Made

A chef by trade, D. Ellis also designs his own clothing brand. Dellis Made is an urban-inspired line of basics.  Read more…

What To Do, Where To Eat and What To See On a Weekend Trip to Richmond

Exploring all things Asian in Richmond — no passport required. Read more…

Kaleidoscope Theatre Reimagines the Story of Pinocchio This March

Kaleidoscope Theatre’s production of Pinocchio is less Disney, more Indigenous.  Read more…

Creative Local Designer Spotlight: Andrew Azzopardi and Christina Robev of Studio Robazzo

Studio Robazzo uses parametric algorithmic design to create funky, industrial-style interior elements.  Read more…

5 Minutes With Artist Jonathan Gleed

Jonathan Gleed talks artistic angst, giant chickens and subjective truth. Read more…

3 Ways to Make Fitness Fun in 2018

YAM discovers that trying something new and exciting — whether it’s the new fitness craze of bouldering or a real-life circus training workout — is the key to loving your workout. Read more…

Great Local Fitness Events and Deals

These make sticking to that New Year’s fitness resolution easier. Read more…

5 Minutes With Local Magician Murray Hatfield

The secrets of a professional secret keeper are shared.  Read more…

New Store: Biophilia

Biophilia is encouraging Victoria residents to bring the outdoors in. Read more…

3 Must-Attend Events in Victoria This December

Our top picks for what’s new in theatre, music and poetry.  Read more…

12 Essential Holiday Experiences In and Around Victoria

From an invigorating winter beach walk to indulging in some old-fashioned holiday glitz, give yourself the best of the season with these unique local adventures.  Read more…

3 Local Spots That Offer Creative Classes and Workshops

Look to expertly guided workshops to help you make truly original gifts and décor this holiday season. Read more…

Stylish Seattle Getaway: The Kimpton Palladian Hotel

The Kimpton Palladian reimagines a historic hotel, melding old-world beauty and luxe design. Read more…

A Stylish Staycation at the Newly Refurbished Fairmont Empress Hotel

Be a tourist in your own city — and check out a part of town you likely don’t visit very often — and stay at the beautifully restored Fairmont Empress Hotel. Read more…

10 Beautiful Pieces You Will See (and Can Buy) at the oneTree 2017 Exhibit

The oneTree 2017 exhibit opened at the Robert Bateman Centre on November 16 and will run until January 31, 2018. Read more…

Stylish Vancouver Getaway: The OPUS Hotel

The OPUS Hotel in Vancouver’s trendy Yaletown neighbourhood mixes local art with the sassy chic of bright colours and bold patterns. Read more…

Holiday Markets Around Victoria to Shop This Season

Visit as many holiday craft markets as you can and shop local this season. Read more…

A New Late-Night Dessert and Snack Delivery Service is Launching In Victoria

It’s called Iced Victoria and it’s essentially an ice cream truck for adults. Read more…

PART-TIME VICTORIAN NOAH BECKER TALKS ART, MUSIC AND NEW YORK CITY

Artist and jazz musician Noah Becker about his “New York state of mind” and why the Big Apple keeps beckoning him back.  Read more…

5 MINUTES WITH THE SKY IS THE LIMIT INTERIOR DESIGN CONCEPT’S INES HANL

Ines Hanl shares her greatest extravagance, her idea of perfect happiness and why she loves Pippi Longstocking.  Read more…

3 MUST-ATTEND EVENTS IN VICTORIA THIS FALL

These are our music and art event picks we think you should put on your to-do list this season. Read more…

PHOTO GALLERY: DÎNER EN BLANC 2017

The city’s fifth Dîner en Blanc Victoria saw a sea of white flood into Centennial Square for the annual picnic, where guests gather at a secret location to share a gourmet meal.  Read more…

DO TELL: A Q&A WITH LITTLE JUMBO’S NATE CAUDLE

Nate Caudle — who has twice won Art of the Cocktail’s competition for Best Bartender in the Pacific Northwest — shares what drew him to bartending, when he lies and his biggest fear.  Read more…

STREET SCENE: TINY SPACE, BIG TASTE

You’ve heard of molecular gastronomy? One could say Victoria now has micro gastronomy. Chef Liam Quinn has set up shop in the teensy spot on lower Johnson Street made famous by Smoking Lily. Read more…

STREET SCENE: SALUTING THE GENERAL STORE

Retailers looking to give their customers a more authentic and local experience are reviving an old-style concept: the general store.  Read more…

STREET SCENE: DUNCAN DOUBLE-TAKE

YAM heads off the highway and discovers a new Island destination — Duncan is small-town charm fused with a hip edge in everything from food and art to fashion and even music. Read more…

Bridges, Not Walls Inspires Women

YAM is excited to support the inspiring Bridges, Not Walls Symposium. The Bridges for Women Society — a local women’s organization working to end cycles of violence against women — is hosting the fundraising luncheon. Read more…

Flowers and Fashion On Display at Fleur de Villes

Victoria may have experience unseasonal flurries early in the week, but the city can still count on some extra blossoms at this year’s flower count. Fleurs de Villes, the unique Floral Mannequin Series, returns to Mayfair Centre on the event’s cross-Canada tour. Read more…

Robbie Burns Day: Local Victoria Events

This annual mid-winter dinner to celebrate a dead Scottish poet and his ode to a classic sausage in a sheep’s stomach is actually rather of the moment. Here are local events celebrating the bard Robbie Burns.  Read more…

INSIDE FASHION INFERNO, THE PARTY OF THE SUMMER

Temperatures may have been soaring on August 18, but it was Fashion Inferno that made it the hottest night of the summer. A fashion party like no other, the evening saw models — and firefighters —strutting the runway in the latest looks from some of Victoria’s favourite local boutiques. Read more…

VICTORIA’S “HAPPIEST” HAPPY HOURS

YAM goes in search of Victoria’s best happy hours and discovers a city that has embraced a new tradition. In bars and on patios everywhere, Victorians are blissing out with their favourite beers and cocktails.  Read more…

Photo Gallery: Dîner en Blanc 2016

The fourth annual Dîner en Blanc Victoria saw a crowd of 1,700 descend on the grounds of the Delta Ocean Pointe for the elegant picnic, where attendees dress in head-to-toe white.  Read more…

Dîner en Blanc Returns to Victoria

The worldwide epicurean phenomenon Dîner en Blanc is returning to Victoria for the fourth consecutive year. On June 23, guests will gather at a secret location to share a gourmet meal in one of the city’s most beautiful public spaces Read more…

Local Women Recognized for Daily Contributions

Twelve local women were celebrated this week for how they make their lives — not their living. On Monday, June 6, members of the community gathered at the Victoria Conference Centre for the 2016 Unlimited Awards. Read more…

25 BEST EATS IN VICTORIA

Victoria is blessed with a wealth of small, independent restaurants, creative chefs, beautiful bakers, bold butchers and cheesemakers — in short, a food scene that’s vibrant and growing organically every day, literally from the ground up.  Read more…

LOVE IS LOVE: NEW LOCAL AD EMBRACES DIVERSITY

Luxe Home Interiors sends positive message that “your home should be your favourite place in the world, no matter who you are or who you love,” in new commercial featuring a same-sex couple.  Read more…

THE DREAMY WORLD OF ARTIST RENEE NAULT

To say Renee Nault is a nerd misses a key attribute — she is a cool nerd, something altogether more interesting. From fantastical creatures to modern-day mermaids, the Victoria-based illustrator knows no limit to her artistic imagination. Read more…

RUN AWAY WITH US — TO THE CIRCUS!

Dream of soaring on a trapeze? Being shot out of a canon? Clowning around? Island Circus Space is setting up their school in Victoria and whether you’re 10 years old or 50, there’s something for everyone under this Big Top.  Read more…

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Opens at Royal BC Museum

The global Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition is returning to the Royal BC Museum for its fifth consecutive year, with some of the very best wildlife photos taken this year on display — including stunning images from Connor Stefanison of Burnaby.  Read more…

THE BELFRY’S HOLIDAY SHOW DELIVERS A MESSAGE OF LOVE

What if Ebenezer Scrooge wasn’t such a greedy One Percenter? What if he had heart? The Belfry Theatre’s acclaimed production of A Christmas Carol returns next week for a limited engagement.  Read more…

Pay-Your-Age Gets Twist with Dance Victoria’s Presentation of Ballet BC

Dance Victoria is launching their new season with Ballet BC’s Triple Bill — a program that includes three of the world’s most exciting choreographers — and to celebrate Ballet BC’s 30th anniversary, 30 year olds get free admission.  Read more…

Longtable Dinner for Providence Farm Honours James Barber

The menu will showcase six courses by local chefs sourced from produce from the farm and area, paired with fine local wines, ciders, beers and a cocktail. Proceeds will support food programs at Providence Farm.  Read more…

ARTIST RANDE COOK: A GENTLE REBEL

Rande Cook wants viewers to recognize Aboriginal art can be hip and modern and not stuck in the past. Cheeky but original, his mission is to redefine Native art. Read more…

YVONNE BLOMER: THE CITY’S POET

Yvonne Blomer believes that poetry matters. As Victoria’s newest poet laureate, she is bringing her passion for words into the civic space to talk about what matters to her. Read more…

New Solo Show by Celebrated Artist and Poet Joe Rosenblatt

This fall Discovery Coffee will host “Luminosity,” a solo exhibit by Governor General award-winning poet and artist Joe Rosenblatt, who makes no distinction between creating visual art and writing, saying, “For me, painting and drawing are just other ways of writing poetry.”  Read more…

Meet Hat Designer Tierre Taylor

Milliner Tierre Taylor will return to Victoria to share the experiences of her new-found fame after her appearance on the internationally popular blog, Humans of New York.  Read more…

6 Local Wine Picks From Taste Victoria

Looking for a perfect summer sipper? From sparkling, to dry white, to chilled-out red, try one of these Vancouver Island or Gulf Island wines sampled during the opening event at Taste Victoria.  Read more…

HOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SUMMER

While there’s good reason those out-of-province family and friends love to visit Victoria in the summer, sometimes it’s easy to take for granted all the “fabulousness” that surrounds us. Let us help inspire you to get up and go!  Read more…

PATIO PLEASERS: A COCKTAIL RECIPE FROM AURA

This could be your drink for the summer. Learn how to make an Aperol Spritz, a refreshing classic cocktail that’s perfect for those hot days when you just want to relax.  Read more…

Photo Gallery: Dîner en Blanc Victoria

A crowd of 1,700 elegant picnickers attired in head-to-toe white descended on Ship Point on Thursday evening for the third annual Dîner en Blanc Victoria. Read more…

Eclectic Gallery Honours Island Photographer John Taylor

John Taylor’s artwork and photography will be on display from May 4 to June 6 to honour his induction into the Royal Canadian Academy of Art. Read more…

Celebrate Earth Week with an Enchanted Garden Dinner Party

Celebrate Earth Day at a community garden party and elegant outdoor dinner at the beautiful five-acre English Inn in Esquimalt. Creatively United for the Planet’s fourth-annual Earth Week Festival, which runs April 25 to 26, and is fun, free and great for all ages.  Read more…

Shakespeare’s Macbeth Returns to the Stage

Artistic Director Brian Richmond brings Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy, Macbeth, to life on stage at the Blue Bridge Repertory Theatre from May 5 to 17, 2015.  Read more…

Modern Visionaries: a New Exhibit in Oak Bay

Oak Bay’s Eclectic Gallery presents Modern Visionaries, an exhibition of original prints and drawings from members of the Victoria Limners Society.  Read more…

Award-Winning Concert Takes Stage in Victoria

The Vox Humana Chamber Choir presents an exclusive performance of The Little Match Girl by musical composer David Lang. The concert runs April 4 in Mill Bay, April 5 in Saanichton and April 6 in Victoria. Based on the short story by Hans Christian Andersen, Lang combines the original story with influences from various sources, […] Read more…

“40 Quilts” Show Honours Friendship, Fights Cancer

Forty quilts honouring 40 years of friendship between two women, one of whom died of metastatic breast cancer, will be featured in upcoming Victoria show before being donated to cancer organizations. Read more…

A Showcase of Northern Lights and Local Colours

From the warmth of Victoria landscapes to the wilds of Yukon life, two contemporary painters’ works are presented at Madrona Gallery downtown. Read more…

Old Hollywood Glamour on Display at Film Fest’s Opening Gala

From fire spinners to cigarette girls and fine dining to swing dancing, the Victoria Film Festival’s 21st Opening Gala on February 6 channeled the timeless style of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Read more…

Victoria Choreographer Explores the “Space Between”

Victoria choreographer Constance Cooke’s newest work “Liminal” premiers on Friday, February 20 at the Metro Theatre. LThis contemporary performance features installation art, 12-feet-tall projected images and professional dancers from across Canada.  Read more…

IT’S TIME FOR DANCE DAYS

Heading into its sixth year, Dance Days celebrates the scope of dance in the city. Running from January 23 through February 7, Dance Days one of the fabulous festivals that makes Victoria such a great place to live — what distinguishes this event is its fantastic range of offerings. Read more…

Bone, Wind, Fire Celebrates Women Artists

Emily Carr, Frida Kahlo and Georgia O’Keefe are three of the world’s most iconic artists. They are also the subject of Jill Sharpe’s award-winning film BONE WIND FIRE. The film is the inspiration behind Sharpe’s upcoming exhibition of paintings at Madrona Gallery in Victoria, beginning January 17. Read more…

See the World’s Best Wildlife Photography

From the stunning winning photograph of lions resting with their cubs in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park, to the amusing image of a Japanese macaque examining a smartphone snatched from a tourist, visitors to the Royal BC Museum will be charmed by the Wildlife Photographer of the year exhibit.  Read more…

ENJOY HOLIDAY TEA, VICTORIA STYLE

In the mood for a holiday afternoon tea served in spirited style? Here are some Christmas venues in Victoria to enjoy this holiday season. Hint: this is the perfect scrumptious break from all that shopping! Read more…

LEST WE FORGET: A LOCAL HISTORY OF THE FIRST WORLD WAR

From Classroom to Battlefield: Victoria High School and the First World War, a new book by Canadian historian VHS alumnus Barry Gough, offers a poignant examination of the First World War and its legacy for a school, a city, and an entire generation. It will be released in Victoria just in time for the city’s Remembrance Day ceremonies. Read more…

BEST IN SHOW: SIDNEY FINE ART SHOW

One of the largest and most celebrated juried art shows in British Columbia, The Sidney Fine Art Show (SFAS) marked its 12th year this October. Held at the Mary Winspear Centre, the SFAS featured over 400 pieces of original fine art. The 2014 winners included pieces by master artists Clement Kwan and Leonard Butt.  Read more…

TOUR INSIDE THE VICTORIA PUBLIC MARKET

Next time you’re downtown, be sure to visit the Victoria Public Market at the Hudson —located in the iconic Hudson’s Bay building. The market, which celebrated its one-year anniversary in October, highlights local food producers at all levels – farmers, fishers, butchers, bakers, cheese-makers, preservers, brewers, vintners, florists and restaurateurs. Read more…

EXPERIENCE A NIGHT OF OLD WORLD GLAMOUR

A dazzling crowd attired in period costumes, ball gowns, feathers and lace recreated an evening of Venetian glamour at this year’s Victoria Masquerade Ball. Presented by Luxe Home Interiors at the Fairmont Empress, the event raised $20,000 for the BC Cancer Foundation, the largest funder of cancer research in this province. Read more…

CELEBRATING A WEST COAST ORIGINAL

A new lavish art book, Wood Storms, Wild Canvas, celebrates the iconic works of Godfrey Stephens, the West Coast sculptor, painter and boat builder. Grounded in the wild Pacific West Coast, Godfrey’s creations reflect their nautical modern and classical influences, as well as the formative influence of Kwakwaka’wakw Master Carver Chief Mungo Martin. Read more…

IS IT GETTING HOT IN HERE?

The Belfry Theatre is looking to heat up Victoria this winter with a production of David Ives’ Tony-nominated play, Venus in Fur. From November 11 to December 14, audiences are invited to form their own opinion of the play that the New York Times described as, “Good, kinky fun.” Read more…

JESSE ROPER’S BREAKOUT YEAR

Whether you credit the inspiration of a broken heart or the life-long support of family, it’s easy to see Jesse Roper is poised for breakout success. Coming off a summer-festival tour de force, and with a new album due out in the new year, he’s shifting in high gear.  Read more…

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