Opinion

LETTER: Oak Bay should be allowed to make its own housing decisions

Municipal officials usually live and work in their communities and are therefore in a much better position to determine local zoning matters

Jan 1, 2025 9:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: Victoria going off deep end with Crystal Pool replacement

Victoria residents will vote in February to borrow up to $168.9 million to replace aging facility

Jan 1, 2025 9:00 AM Read more >

LETTER: Separated bike lanes driving cyclists from Saanich roads

If you are nervous about cycling alongside traffic, then don't do it

Dec 29, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

LETTER: Government needs to keep an eye on airline spending

Any company that receives any government money in the future needs to be audited

Dec 28, 2024 7:15 PM Read more >

LETTER: Saanich council decreasing district's quality of life

Saanich changed the off-leash dog walking regulation despite the majority of citizens indicating that they did not want change

Dec 28, 2024 3:00 PM Read more >

Island Health board chair reflects on year of progress

As 2024 closes, I reflect with pride on the progress Island Health care teams made this year and look ahead to 2025 with great humility, knowing there is significant work still to be done.

Dec 28, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

LETTER: Bicycle lanes aren't calming Victoria traffic

Cyclists account for only small percentage of Victoria road users

Dec 28, 2024 11:45 AM Read more >

LETTER: Trump's comments on Canada a harbinger of war

If the U.S. decides to annex Canada, we have no military capability to deter them

Dec 26, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >

LETTER: Older Oak Bay homes fall victim to wrecking ball

Why did heritage commission and the planning department allow demolition of Beach Drive homes

Dec 26, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

Managing your dog during New Year's Eve celebrations

Joe offers tips for keeping your dog calm during loud New Year's celebrations

Dec 26, 2024 5:30 AM Read more >