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'Broken promises': Residents fear imminent closure of shelter in Parksville

Diverging stories are coming from a temporary housing shelter in Parksville, B.C., that's closing at the end of the month.

Small earthquake near Victoria lightly felt by residents

A minor earthquake that rumbled off the coast of Victoria early Thursday morning was lightly felt by some residents.

B.C. spending $3.6M to improve park accessibility

Bumpy trails, tiny outhouses and cramped campsites are often part of the outdoor experience on Vancouver Island. But they don't have to be.

Province seeks input on Cowichan Valley trestle bridge replacement

The British Columbia government is looking for public input on the proposed replacement of a century-old rail trestle that was repurposed as a recreational trail connector between Duncan and Lake Cowichan.

'Truly transformational': Victoria's Garth Homer Foundation receives $34M donation

A foundation that helps people with developmental and complex needs has received a whopping $34 million legacy donation.

Shortage of cold and flu medicine still plaguing Island pharmacies

A lack of cold and flu medicine – especially for kids – persists at pharmacies across Vancouver Island and across the province.

Historic Point Ellice House closing in Victoria

A well-known historic site and museum in Victoria is closing its doors due to what it calls a lack of funding. On Wednesday morning, Point Ellice House Museum and Gardens announced it was closing down effective immediately.

Saanich police bust ring allegedly selling vape products at Greater Victoria schools

More than $100,000 worth of vaping products have been seized by Saanich police detectives who say the items were being marketed and sold at schools throughout B.C.'s capital region.

Caught on cam: Dramatic orca encounter at Victoria breakwater

A pair of orcas delighted onlookers at Victoria's Ogden Point breakwater on Wednesday.