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Dave Obee

Dave Obee

Dave Obee is editor and publisher of the Times Colonist. He started his newspaper career in Kamloops, and several cities in British Columbia and Alberta before coming to Victoria in 1997. He has won several awards for journalism and public service, and holds an honorary degree from the University of Victoria. Dave has also written a dozen books on local and family history.

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Recent Work by Dave

TC Book Sale raises $265,000 for literacy work

TC Book Sale raises $265,000 for literacy work

About 7,900 people came through the doors, down slightly from last year. We can only guess how many books were sold, so let’s just say that more than 100,000 books ended up in new homes.
At TC book sale, a chance to search out unknown gems

At TC book sale, a chance to search out unknown gems

One person’s oddity is another person’s breathtaking discovery. The Times Colonist book sale has something for everyone.
TC book sale: Stonehenge, children and a mistaken donation

TC book sale: Stonehenge, children and a mistaken donation

As our volunteers go through boxes, sorting books for the big sale on May 4 and 5, they find items that families probably did not want to give to our book drive.
Lots of sorting to do ahead of Times Colonist book sale

Lots of sorting to do ahead of Times Colonist book sale

The 2024 book sale takes place Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the curling club at 1952 Quadra St.
Drop off your books this weekend for the upcoming TC book sale

Drop off your books this weekend for the upcoming TC book sale

Books for the Times Colonist book drive and sale will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday (April 20-21) at the Victoria Curling Club at 1952 Quadra St.
Book review: A deep, deep investigation into Group of Seven artist's work

Book review: A deep, deep investigation into Group of Seven artist's work

Like Forensic Files? Then this book is for you. It's a thorough investigation into what the Group of Seven artist did and how he did it.
Under the hood: At internationally known Victoria auto restorer, it's all in the details

Under the hood: At internationally known Victoria auto restorer, it's all in the details

Coachwerks drew international attention last month after a Mercedes-Benz 300SL gullwing coupe it restored sold for $3.41 million US.
TC Christmas Fund raises $1.12 million in 2023 campaign

TC Christmas Fund raises $1.12 million in 2023 campaign

The 2023 total includes $1,070,704.77 that came in through 3,772 donations during our formal fundraising campaign, which runs every year from Nov. 12 to Dec. 31.
It's the last day to donate to the 2023 Christmas Fund

It's the last day to donate to the 2023 Christmas Fund

Thanks for all the support you have given to our community, helping us to raise $1 million this holiday season.
The year in review: Thanks for your support throughout 2023

The year in review: Thanks for your support throughout 2023

Local media outlets such as the Times Colonist are vital to democracy. Here’s a look at what kept us busy in 2023.
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