View Royal residents collect donations for food bank

On Saturday, Dec. 5 , a group of View Royal residents from a townhouse complex collected more than 60 bags of non perishables for the Goldstream Food Bank. This is the second year they have done this but this time they put in place Covid safety protocols. Original...

Mysterious memory tree appears in Colwood

A Christmas tree has mysteriously appeared on Lagoon Road in Colwood. It contains decorations, memories and messages from local residents. One plaque pays tribute to the province’s chief medical officer and includes her message to “be kind, be calm, and be...

2-1-1 Shelter and Street HelpLine

Run by the United Way, houseless people in the Lower Mainland and Victoria can call or text 211 to receive information on available shelter space and other services. The information is updated at 11:30am and 7:30pm daily. Shelter...

SuperKids Drive-Thru Christmas

This is a free event for families in need. Families can sign up to receive a hamper as well as a stocking and gift for each youth. On December 19, they will come to the location and be given their items while staying inside their vehicle. Signup is required. Contact...