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by Chris Genovali, Raincoast Conservation Foundation – As top marine predators, the population status and physical condition of Southern Resident killer whales is emblematic of the overall health of the Salish Sea. As citizens of the Salish Sea, we know these whales represent much more. This irreplaceable killer whale population has significant and widely recognized […]

by Jesse Holth – Island View Beach is the perfect place to soak up those last precious days of summer sun. One of the best sandy beaches around Victoria, you might feel like you’ve gone on holiday to a tropical locale. It can get quite hot, and you’ll often see people with beach umbrellas or

by Jo Barnes – It’s your anniversary! Let’s see … you’ve got the decorations, refreshments, music and … the entire town is invited?! That’s what Brad Edgett, Executive Director of Mary Winspear Centre, is enthusiastically facing with the upcoming celebrations for the Centre’s 15th anniversary. Brad and his staff have been very busy planning anniversary

by Gillian Crowley – Writer and journalist Richard Wagamese enjoyed the 2015 Sidney & Peninsula Literary Festival so much that he’s agreed to return for the 2017 Festival. This time the renowned B.C.-based author (Indian Horse, Medicine Walk) will be giving a writing workshop to lucky participants. To be able to bring authors of this

by Tina Henderson – It all began on August 10, 1956 when a group of boaters formed a recreational organization called The Victoria Outboard Club. Members who owned small boats powered by outboard motors got together to enjoy and explore local waters. It is rumored that in 1957, four members made a non-stop round trip