Sooke mayor fights for change to encourage young women to get involved in...
WATCH: Sooke’s mayor recently returned from maternity leave and says her personal experience has made her aware of gaps in legislation when it comes to elected female politicians. Monica Martinez...
View ArticleUber holds info session in Victoria to gauge driver interest
WATCH: Uber, the company that is an alternative to taxis, is trying to breakthrough legislation that would allow it to operate in BC. Monica Martinez reports. There are no shortage of promotional...
View ArticleVerdict is in for crash caught on video at Ogden Point
WATCH; A former Saanich Police officer lost his leg after he was hit by an SUV at Ogden Point. The man who hit him faced three serious charges and today, a verdict was handed down. Monica Martinez...
View ArticleVancouver Island talent headlines local music festivals
WATCH: Lineup for two major Greater Victoria music festivals was announced today and it is showcasing Canada’s major talent with many of the artist coming from Vancouver Island. Monica Martinez...
View ArticleVictoria man in Ecuador recounts moment when quake struck
WATCH: The 7.8 magnitude earthquake caused fear and panic when it struck Ecuador, crushing roads, homes and lives. Monica Martinez reports. <br /> <span itemprop=”name” content=”5 ECUADOR...
View ArticleVictoria Royals: A family of super fans are four generations Royal blue
WATCH: It is a huge night for the Victoria Royals who need to win tonight’s game against Kelowna to continue to the Western Conference finals. Monica Martinez reports. The Todd family swag bag has all...
View ArticlePort Alberni man charged with second-degree murder
A Port Alberni man has been charged with second degree murder in the death of 62-year-old Davin Nicholas Reid last Halloween. RCMP were called to a sudden death in the 35-hundred block of 10th avenue...
View ArticleVictoria mother charged with first-degree murder of her 18-month-old girl
WATCH: The toddler was found dead last September but police only arrested the Victoria woman yesterday. Monica Martinez has the latest. Behind these closed doors, few knew what happened back in...
View ArticleVictorians celebrate the Queen’s 90th birthday at Government House
WATCH: Hundreds of people sip tea and wish the Queen a happy birthday at Government House. Monica Martinez reports. In high British fashion, Victorians turn up to pay tribute to the Queen on her 90th...
View ArticleTC10K event is as much a race as it is a festival
WATCH: More than 9,000 people will walk and run the TC10K this Sunday. Registration lineups and t-shirt pickups, there’s a full spectrum of folks running at this year’s TC 10k. Runners like Bala...
View ArticleNew Victoria condo development hopes to be the heart of Upper Fort Street
WATCH: Victoria’s Fort Street has long been known as the place to buy antiques but the neighbourhood is changing, thanks to the restaurants, coffee shops and retail stores opening up in the area....
View ArticlePartial cloverleaf design chosen for McKenzie Interchange in Saanich
WATCH: The partial cloverleaf design is touted as the safest and most efficient option for the region, but it also has the most significant environmental impact. Monica Martinez reports. Tuesday...
View ArticleSayward RCMP apprehend distraught man thought to be dangerous
Sayward RCMP said they found and arrested a distraught man suspected to have been in possession of a firearm. Police issued a media release at around 5:30 p.m. saying multiple police units were in...
View ArticleVictoria’s real estate market breaks records in April
WATCH: Victoria’s real estate market is sizzling. March was a record breaking month for home sales and now April has topped that, with more than 1,200 homes sold. Monica Martinez has the story. Home...
View ArticleVictoria’s first pot vapour lounge is legal but operating without a license
WATCH: The Green Ceiling doesn’t sell weed, they only offer the space for consumption. But the mayor says, operating without a business license is a problem. Monica Martinez reports. With art decked...
View ArticleCook St. village businesses want bike lanes to go on Vancouver St. instead
WATCH: All 50 businesses have said they don’t want it, signing a petition along with 2,500 people. Monica Martinez reports. Cook Street Village is a busy area with a constant flow of traffic,...
View ArticleBear Mountain to host PGA Champions Tour this fall
WATCH: Bear Mountain will announce Friday that it is set to host the PGA Champions Tour in September. Monica Martinez reports. It’s the most expensive golf course in Canada and the home of Golf Canada...
View ArticleOcean Networks Canada to embark on its most challenging expedition
WATCH: The two-month trip will allow scientists to collect data across a wide range of ocean environment. The ocean can be a mysterious place, difficult to understand. “The ocean impacts our climate,...
View ArticleBlood activists ask B.C. government to ban paying for blood plasma
WATCH: A private company paying for blood donations has its sights set on B.C. The company operates in Saskatchewan but is banned in Ontario, and now several groups are asking the BC government to do...
View ArticleFirst Aboriginal food truck in Canada opens in Victoria
WATCH: The Songhees Seafood and Steam is Canada’s first Aboriginal food truck. As Monica Martinez reports, it’s the first step in a bigger dream. The smoke and sizzle has crowds lining up to taste the...
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