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Notice: Gorge Road E (Washington Ave. to Jutland Rd.)
🚧 BC Hydro work
πŸ—“οΈ Tuesday, March 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
🚩 Single-lane alternating traffic
πŸ‘Ÿ North sidewalk open
β›” Please follow signs and direction from crews

#yyjtraffic

09.03.2026 16:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Table tennis program to support community members living with Parkinson’s

Table tennis program to support community members living with Parkinson’s

🌻 Dreaming of a mural, community garden or a neighbourhood event?

πŸ’‘ Your idea could get up to $7,000 with a My Great Neighbourhood Grant!

Apply now: victoria.ca/neighbourhoodgrants

27.02.2026 18:01 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Notice: Cook St. closed between Dallas Rd. and Woodstock Ave.

πŸ•“ Starting March 2, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for approximately one week
🚧 Underground servicing for washroom replacement project
🚩Detour via Moss St. and May St.

#yyjtraffic

27.02.2026 17:04 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Today's Committee of the Whole meeting is underway. View the agenda & tune in to the live stream: ow.ly/aeVP50KQxLo #yyj

26.02.2026 17:14 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Traffic Advisory

Traffic Advisory

Notice: Signal lights down at Blanshard St. and Caledonia Ave.
🚧 Blanshard St. Upgrades
πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, Feb. 26 for 4-5 hours
🚩 Traffic control crews on site, westbound traffic prohibited
β›” Please follow direction from crews

#yyjtraffic

25.02.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
30 Years Black History Month

30 Years Black History Month

πŸŽ‰ Happy Black History Month! Celebrating 30 years of honouring Black brillianceβ€”from nation builders to visionaries. The City’s International Decade for Persons of African Descent advisory committee’s work continues. Five projects received 2025 IDPAD Youth Grants!
victoria.ca/idpad

24.02.2026 18:02 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Traffic Advisory

Traffic Advisory

Notice: Signal lights down at Blanshard St. and Caledonia Ave.
🚧 Blanshard St. Upgrades
πŸ—“οΈ Tuesday, Feb. 24 for 1-3 hours
🚩 Traffic control crews on site, westbound traffic prohibited
β›” Please follow direction from crews

#yyjtraffic

23.02.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Notice: 100-block of Gorge Rd. E
🚧 Rogers infrastructure install
πŸ—“οΈ Feb. 23 to Mar. 6, weekdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
🚩 Single-lane alternating traffic
Cyclists dismount and walk, sidewalks open
β›” Please follow signs and direction from crews

#yyjtraffic

23.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Reminder: Lunar New Year celebrations tomorrow (Feb. 22).

🚧 Road closures in Chinatown from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
🚫 Parts of Fisgard and Government St. will be closed.
πŸ•’ Expect delays & plan ahead. Use Blanshard for downtown access.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/1Yu650Yj8Hn

21.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Notice: 2500-block of Quadra St.
🚧 BC Hydro pole replacement
πŸ—“οΈ Monday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
🚩 Single-lane alternating traffic
πŸ‘Ÿ Sidewalks open
β›” Please follow signs and direction from crews

#yyjtraffic

20.02.2026 21:44 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Notice: Dallas Rd. closed at South Turner St.

πŸ•“ Starting Feb. 23, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for approximately one week
🚧 Underground servicing for washroom replacement project
🚩 Detour via Oswego St. and Douglas St.

#yyjtraffic

20.02.2026 19:01 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🚽✨ Out with the old, in with the loo.
We’re replacing three public washrooms along Dallas Road.
Washrooms will be replaced at:
β€’ Holland Point Park (starting soon)
β€’ Southeast Beacon Hill Park (starting soon)
β€’ Ross Bay Cemetery (later this year)

Learn more: victoria.ca/majorprojects

20.02.2026 18:15 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 3
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Notice: Lunar New Year celebrations are on Sunday, Feb. 22.

🚧 Road closures in Chinatown from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
🚫 Parts of Fisgard and Government St. will be closed.
πŸ•’ Expect delays & plan ahead. Use Blanshard for downtown access.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/TyNn50YitS1

20.02.2026 01:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

As part of the Emergency Weather Response, our partners at the Salvation Army ARC are adding 30 extra shelter mats this evening at 525 Johnson Street from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. The shelter is co ed. No pets please.

19.02.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Current shelter and warming centre information: shelters.bc211.ca/map.

Check on friends, family and neighbours who may need assistance during winter weather.

Visit VictoriaReady.ca for tips on how to prepare.

If you are concerned about someone’s immediate health and safety, call 911.

19.02.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

βœ… Heated space
βœ… Snacks and hot drinks
🐾 Well-behaved pets welcome in the warming tents

City warming tents and buses open when all other shelters are full, exposure risks are active and there are people in need with nowhere else to seek shelter.

19.02.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Locations:
πŸ“ Tent and bus: St. John the Divine Church parking lot on Mason St. at Quadra St.
πŸ“ Tent only: Bridgehead Green, on Wharf Street at the foot of Johnson Street, across from the Salvation Army ARC
πŸ•— Hours: Tonight, February 19, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

19.02.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Emergency Warming Tent and Bus OPEN

Emergency Warming Tent and Bus OPEN

❄️ The City is opening overnight emergency warming tents and a bus in response to freezing temperatures in Victoria.

19.02.2026 18:23 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Today's Committee of the Whole meeting is underway. View the agenda & tune in to the live stream: ow.ly/aeVP50KQxLo #yyj

19.02.2026 17:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Notice: Alternating traffic on Esquimalt Rd. from Mary to Russell St.
🚧 Development construction
πŸ—“οΈ Feb. 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
🚩 Expect delays and choose alt. routes
πŸ‘Ÿ North sidewalk closed, accessible detour in place
β›” Please follow signs and direction from crews

19.02.2026 16:01 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image of 2025 Local Champion graduates with smiley face graphics

Image of 2025 Local Champion graduates with smiley face graphics

Become a Local Champion!
⚑ In this eight-part training series, you will develop community leadership skills, connect with mentors and bring a community project to life.
⭐ Cost: $250
ℹ️ Info session: Wed, Mar 11, 6-7 p.m.
πŸ”” Apply by: Mar 31

Apply online: victoria.ca/neighbourhoods

19.02.2026 00:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

As part of the Emergency Weather Response, our partners at the Salvation Army ARC are adding 30 extra shelter mats this evening at 525 Johnson Street from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. The shelter is co ed. No pets please.

18.02.2026 21:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Current shelter and warming centre information: shelters.bc211.ca/map.

Check on friends, family and neighbours who may need assistance during winter weather.

Visit VictoriaReady.ca for tips on how to prepare.

If you are concerned about someone’s immediate health and safety, call 911.

18.02.2026 21:23 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

βœ… Heated space
βœ… Snacks and hot drinks
🐾 Well-behaved pets welcome in the warming tents

City warming tents and buses open when all other shelters are full, exposure risks are active and there are people in need with nowhere else to seek shelter.

18.02.2026 21:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Locations:
πŸ“ Tent and bus: St. John the Divine Church parking lot on Mason St. at Quadra St.
πŸ“ Tent only: Bridgehead Green, on Wharf Street at the foot of Johnson Street, across from the Salvation Army ARC
πŸ•— Hours: Tonight, February 18, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

18.02.2026 21:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Emergency Warming Tent and Bus OPEN

Emergency Warming Tent and Bus OPEN

❄️ The City is opening overnight emergency warming tents and a bus in response to freezing temperatures in Victoria.

18.02.2026 21:23 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

As part of the Emergency Weather Response, our partners at the Salvation Army ARC are adding 30 extra shelter mats this evening at 525 Johnson Street from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. The shelter is co ed. No pets please.

17.02.2026 23:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Current shelter and warming centre information: shelters.bc211.ca/map.

Check on friends, family and neighbours who may need assistance during winter weather.

Visit VictoriaReady.ca for tips on how to prepare.

If you are concerned about someone’s immediate health and safety, call 911.

17.02.2026 23:45 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

βœ… Heated space
βœ… Snacks and hot drinks
🐾 Well-behaved pets welcome in the warming tents

City warming tents and buses open when all other shelters are full, exposure risks are active and there are people in need with nowhere else to seek shelter.

17.02.2026 23:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Locations:
πŸ“ Tent and bus: St. John the Divine Church parking lot on Mason St. at Quadra St.
πŸ“ Tent only: Bridgehead Green, on Wharf Street at the foot of Johnson Street, across from the Salvation Army ARC
πŸ•— Hours: Tonight, February 17, 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.

17.02.2026 23:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0