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Nature's beauty, in images and words

Nature's beauty, in images and words

Lorna Crozier’s creative contributions to The Wild in You happened by chance.
Robert Amos: Walkabout on Victoria's art scene

Robert Amos: Walkabout on Victoria's art scene

My week began at Winchester Galleries (2260 Oak Bay Ave., 250-595-2777, winchestergalleriesltd.com) with a new exhibition of prints by modern masters.

Nellie McClung: Is Canada ready to accept discipline to fight for what's right?

This column first appeared in the Victoria Daily Times on Sept. 21, 1940.
Our Community: Throwing a pie can help the hungry

Our Community: Throwing a pie can help the hungry

Are you willing to take a pie in the face — and make a video of it — all in the name of charity? The food bank shelves at the Mustard Seed need to be restocked, prompting a tried and true fundraiser, with a modern twist.
Mystery of the missing Victoria Cougars champion banner

Mystery of the missing Victoria Cougars champion banner

The Western Hockey League celebrates its 50th anniversary this season. Victoria has been a part of 27 of those 50 seasons, 23 with the Cougars from 1971-72 to 1993-94 and the last four with the Royals.
Familiar faces, new season for this year's Royals squad

Familiar faces, new season for this year's Royals squad

The 2015-16 Western Hockey League season will be a watershed in one way for the Victoria Royals organization.
Hidden treasure lies in wait in Quadra district

Hidden treasure lies in wait in Quadra district

Victoria is a city full of charming neighbourhoods, each one unique and distinct.
Robert Amos: Literati ceramics a window into the past

Robert Amos: Literati ceramics a window into the past

Ink and brush are at the centre of Chinese culture, and fine handwriting was key to advancement in the emperor’s civil service.

Nellie McClung: Humanity builds many bridges, and they take many forms

This column first appeared in the Victoria Daily Times on Sept. 14, 1940.
Our Community: Enjoy, defend parks at Big Wild Challenge

Our Community: Enjoy, defend parks at Big Wild Challenge

People of all ages are invited to take part in the MEC Big Wild Challenge, a fun trail run or walk in East Sooke Regional Park in aid of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, on Saturday.