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Take your business to the top at visionary The Gathering Summit

All of the food and shopping vendors coming to SoberFest next month

Victoria's epic CrabFest returns to Banfield Park this week

Vancouver Island's epic CrabFest returns to Victoria this week

Tickets go on sale Friday, February 16, at 10 am. Vancouver and Toronto are the only two Canadian dates on the North American tour. Usher is touring in support of his ninth studio album, "Coming Home," which was released on February 9.

Usher announces epic Vancouver concert at Rogers Arena this fall

How BC First Nations and applied artists can submit for prestigious awards

Join the beat at the Victoria Canada Day Drumming experience

"America’s Got Talent" star Drew Lynch is coming to Victoria this month

Victoria's streetwear and vintage pop-up flea market returns this month

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Canada Pride embraces Infinite Horizons in West Coast festival this summer

Here's everything you can do at Victoria's Winter Arts Festival this weekend

FREE outdoor lights and arts festival coming to Victoria next week

Once a coal mining town, Cumberland has transformed into one of BC’s trendiest spots for young families. Nestled in the heart of the Comox Valley, this small village has become a haven for artists, mountain bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts. But it wasn’t always this way. After the coal mines shut down in the 1960s, it was known more for its run-down, pothole-riddled streets. Fast-forward to today, Cumberland is a vibrant, family-friendly community — and it’s growing fast. From 2006 to 2021, the population jumped from 2,762 to 4,447, marking an impressive 61% increase in just 15 years. Even in the last five years alone, the population grew by 18.5%, significantly outpacing nearby communities in the Comox Valley. And despite the growing population, Cumberland is staying young. The village’s median age is 39 and has hovered around that since 2016. This is considerably lower than the Comox Valley’s median of 52.4 and even the island-wide median of 45.9. Many newcomers fall in the 25-to-40 age bracket, making Cumberland’s median age comparable to Alberta’s — the youngest province in Canada with a median age of 36. With a density of 153.1 people per square kilometre, Cumberland’s close-knit feel, eclectic character, and easy access to nature create a compelling lifestyle for young families looking for Vancouver Island, and it wasn’t long ago that properties were cheaper. (In 2015, the average price of a Comox Valley home was over $300,000.) Unfortunately, housing prices have climbed, with Cumberland’s median now just under $800,000 — closer than ever to Victoria’s, which sits slightly above that mark. It’s no wonder why — Cumberland offers unmatched access to mountain biking trails, Mount Washington, Strathcona Provincial Park, a lively arts scene with annual music festivals, and an unexpectedly vibrant restaurant scene

Young people are flocking to this Vancouver Island village

Victoria’s real estate has a reputation for offering a taste of West Coast luxury without the Vancouver price tag, but is it actually a better deal when you break down the price per square foot? According to Century 21 Canada’s 2024 numbers, Victoria’s condos, townhomes, and detached homes hold their own in the affordability game — though it all depends on what you’re looking for.

More is better: Victoria is WAY cheaper than Vancouver by square footage

While the Halloween festivities are winding down, the exciting events in Victoria are just getting started as we dive into the Yuletide spirit!

6 awesome things to do in Victoria this week: November 4 to 8

If you’ve been spotting the amanita mushroom in and around Vancouver, you’re not alone. These highly photogenic fungi are taking locals by storm.

Toxic but cute: Mushroom sightings excite some Vancouver residents

If you’re in the market for a home in Victoria, trust us: there are cheaper options than the million-dollar homes you’re used to seeing.

5 homes you could buy in Victoria for less than $500,000

Don’t let November feel like the shoulder season for events — Victoria’s lineup is packed with incredible performances! From iconic Canadian musicians to world-renowned comedians and electric dance nights, the city is buzzing with amazing performers.

13 amazing concerts to check out in Victoria this November

You’ll unlikely want to skip class at Royal Roads University’s (RRU) new campus on Salt Spring Island. The five-story, stonework-laden “castle” feels straight out of a fairytale and is known as Bloom Castle by the Sea. The captivating West Coast estate was gifted to Royal Roads this summer by its namesake, the late Susan Bagley Bloom, a prominent Salt Spring Island resident and granddaughter of US tobacco tycoon R. J. Reynolds.

Royal Roads new $10M Salt Spring Island campus is one-of-a-kind

Victoria has once again captured hearts (and vacation budgets) as a dreamy go-to for travellers — this time, in record numbers.

Big bucks, big crowds: Victoria experienced record tourism boom in 2023

A couple from BC has created a unique experience for people looking to expand their minds through a high-end magic mushroom retreat.

How tragedy helped create a luxury BC magic mushroom retreat

We may have merely dipped our toes into the month of November, but the holiday season is just about to get underway at Starbucks.

Starbucks Holiday 2024: Coffee chain unveils its brand-new festive cup designs

If you’re hoping to play in Vancouver Island’s wild backcountry this fall, there are some hidden gems perfect for the off-roading enthusiast or a well-equipped trail lover.

Discover Vancouver Island's backroads with BC's online map

A new ice cream spot has opened in downtown Victoria: Cold Cones, located on Government Street near the new lululemon location.

Cold Cones brings rolled ice cream to heart of downtown Victoria

Roast Meat & Sandwich Shop has gotten the keys and is gearing up to open a new location at the Uptown Shopping Centre this December — or potentially sooner, according to owner Maryanne Carmack.

Roast Sandwich Shop is launching a second location in Victoria

Canadian business leaders from across all industries will gather next fall for a transformative summit on branding and marketing.

While providing non-dairy milk alternatives at coffee shops has become the norm, customers often have to pay an additional surcharge.

Starbucks is dropping its charge for non-dairy options in Canada

It’s that time of year when the sun starts to snooze, and, for all of us who feel a little “SAD” come winter (looking at you, Seasonal Affective Disorder crew), the gloom tends to set in.

Is Victoria really sunnier than Vancouver? Here's what we found

Tucked away on a private, fully fenced 4.18 acres, this stunning five-bedroom estate is listed for an eye-catching $4,999,999.

$5M chateau on Vancouver Island is straight out of a fairy tale

If you’re renting in Victoria right now, you’re likely feeling the squeeze of some of the highest rental prices in Canada. But for some long-term renters who found a place a decade ago, it’s a completely different story.

Some Victoria residents share they still pay decades-old rental prices

Some people say scrolling social media is a waste of time. But for one BC mother, it has paid off in a big way. Marita Grattan of Mackenzie, BC, was reminded to check her Daily Grand ticket for the October 17, 2024, draw after seeing a friend’s Facebook post about it.

BC mother only discovered her six-figure lotto win after checking Facebook

A trip to Goldstream during salmon season is a quintessential West Coast experience. Just a 25-minute drive from downtown Victoria lies one of Vancouver Island’s richest salmon spawning habitats, where the run of Chum, Coho, and Chinook salmon is about to begin. For the next few months, nature enthusiasts and families alike will flock to Goldstream Provincial Park to witness this spectacular event.

Get ready, nature lovers: Something amazing is about to happen at Goldstream River

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There will be partly cloudy until morning, then rain

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