Mom and sister injured in Saltspring Island collision as well The community of Saltspring Island is mourning the death of a three-year old girl who died as a result of a two-vehicle collision on the island on Wednesday afternoon. The crash occurred on the south end of the island, on Fulford-Ganges Road, less than 2 [...]
RCMP remind drivers of construction zone safety following Malahat incident Shawnigan Lake RCMP are investigating a traffic complaint after a flag person working in a construction zone on the Malahat was forced off the road by a 92-year old driver last Wednesday. RCMP were called about the incident by a concerned citizen who reported to [...]
University of Victoria salaries rising much faster than inflation By Jordan Bateman If the University of Victoria is going to be fiscally sustainable, its board of governors needs to have the courage to take a Viking-size battleax to its payroll – not a measly toenail clipper. On Thursday, the Times Colonist reported that UVic [...]
Victoria Police warn of possible cougar sightings in James Bay Beacon Staff News VicPD are warning residents to be alert after more cougar sightings in James Bay. A resident reported seeing a cougar early this morning, the third such report this month. Officers are patrolling the area of the James Bay community school centre, and [...]
PCL is “preferred proponent” to build new Johnson Street Bridge Beacon Staff Reporter In tune with the laid down procedures, The Council of Victoria has selected PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc (PCL) as the “preferred proponent” to build the new Johnson Street Bridge. PCL is among the three companies to bid for the project, the other [...]
Sharkwater director Rob Stewart launches latest film ‘Revolution’
‘Revolution’ documentary is anticipated follow-up to Rob Stewart’s ‘Sharkwater’ Canadian filmmaker Rob Stewart was in Calgary yesterday promoting a follow-up film to his award-winning documentary Sharkwater. Stewart spoke to The Beacon News about his latest film Revolution. Stewart’s mission is simple, if a little ambitious – save humanity. The Canadian conservationist has expanded the scope of his [...]
The Arts must innovate to survive in today’s world
Giving value to the arts and culture By Shawna Stirrett Traditional arts groups such as orchestras, ballets, operas and theatres that neglect to think about how they fit into the broader social context and respond accordingly will fail. This might not happen today or the next day, but the writing is on the wall. While [...]
Historic Barkerville exhibit to tour British Columbia and China
Barkerville exhibit captures Chinese experience during Cariboo Gold Rush An exhibit depicting the lives of Chinese immigrants during the Cariboo Gold Rush will travel to China next year thanks to a $20,000 grant from the B.C. government. The Barkerville exhibit is put together from archives kept in the historic gold rush town, which capture the [...]
