Jennifer Blyth

One of two pieces Tina Strachan will exhibit at Mary Winspear this weekend.

Go Figure: Oak Bay artist joins Sidney show

Tina Strachan joins others to show what can be created with four colours and a housepainter’s brush

One of two pieces Tina Strachan will exhibit at Mary Winspear this weekend.
The annual Victoria Conservatory of Music Mother’s Day Garden Tour has been offering inspiring ideas since 1982.

Tours offer inspiration for your new-to-you home

From new builds and renovations to small-space gardens and large acreages, find lots of ideas around the region

The annual Victoria Conservatory of Music Mother’s Day Garden Tour has been offering inspiring ideas since 1982.
Nikki Frazer, in Grade 12 at Oak Bay High, is a finalist in the Start Something with Alesse scholarship contest, recognized for her proposal to raise money and awareness for the plight of bees.

Oak Bay High student builds buzz around bee-utiful business plan

Voting is underway for student's bid to win $5,000 award to help bees

Nikki Frazer, in Grade 12 at Oak Bay High, is a finalist in the Start Something with Alesse scholarship contest, recognized for her proposal to raise money and awareness for the plight of bees.
The dual keys to preventing mould in the home are controlling interior humidity and moisture intrusion, says environmental scientist Ryan Ractliffe, owner of Axiom Mould Experts.

Tips and tricks to keep mould at bay

Whether from interior humidity, leaks or flooding, mould can pose serious problems
for homeowners

The dual keys to preventing mould in the home are controlling interior humidity and moisture intrusion, says environmental scientist Ryan Ractliffe, owner of Axiom Mould Experts.
Former Victoria Highlanders teammates Jordie Hughes (left) and brother Tyler, today playing for club teams the Bays and Cowichan respectively, hit the pitch Sunday, vying for the Div. 1 championship and family bragging rights.

Div. 1 brothers battle for soccer supremacy

Bays challenge Cowichan for the Jackson Cup at Sunday championship tilt

Former Victoria Highlanders teammates Jordie Hughes (left) and brother Tyler, today playing for club teams the Bays and Cowichan respectively, hit the pitch Sunday, vying for the Div. 1 championship and family bragging rights.
Oak Bay’s Ann Redford-Nolte finishes her work for the Victoria Sketch Club exhibit opening March 15.

Artist brings whimsy to Sketch Club show

Victoria Sketch Club opens annual exhibition and sale March 15 at Glenlyon-Norfolk School on Beach Drive

Oak Bay’s Ann Redford-Nolte finishes her work for the Victoria Sketch Club exhibit opening March 15.
West End Gallery opens an exceptional exhibit of work by Greta Guzek, Island Passages, March 19 to 31.

Galleries welcome spring

Spring shows bring colour and creativity to the local galleries

West End Gallery opens an exceptional exhibit of work by Greta Guzek, Island Passages, March 19 to 31.
Spring cleaning is the perfect time to declutter and get your home ready for sale, suggests realtor Marc Owen-Flood.

Tips to put your home’s best face forward

It might be a competitive housing market, but it’s important for sellers to present their home in the best possible light

Spring cleaning is the perfect time to declutter and get your home ready for sale, suggests realtor Marc Owen-Flood.
Gina Hosie, Women’s Golf Program Director at the Victoria Golf Club, enjoys teaching and inspiring new golfers to take up the game she loves.

Golf pro puts passion for sport into play

Gina Hosie came later to the game of golf, but she’s more than made up for it with her passion for the sport

Gina Hosie, Women’s Golf Program Director at the Victoria Golf Club, enjoys teaching and inspiring new golfers to take up the game she loves.

Oak Bay Breakers vie for berth to BCs

Oak Bay senior girls basketball compete for Island title

Artists encouraged to share impressions of the Salish Sea

Contest and auction to raise awareness and funds for local ArtsAlive initiative

Marion Evamy, from Red Art Gallery, has created a series of rose-themed paintings in support of the United Way’s Raise the Red campaign.

Galleries celebrate the art of love

Love is in the air at local studios and galleries

Marion Evamy, from Red Art Gallery, has created a series of rose-themed paintings in support of the United Way’s Raise the Red campaign.
Oak leaf sculpture in stainless steel by artist Illarion Gallant.

District says thanks in oak and steel

Resident donates six sculptures to be used as special recognition

Oak leaf sculpture in stainless steel by artist Illarion Gallant.
Scott Travers, Melissa Hazenboom and Russ Benwell take a short break from opening day bustle at the new Red Barn Market on Oak Bay Avenue Thursday.

Market shines local light on Avenue

Red Barn Market opens on Oak Bay Avenue to an appreciative audience

Scott Travers, Melissa Hazenboom and Russ Benwell take a short break from opening day bustle at the new Red Barn Market on Oak Bay Avenue Thursday.
Oak Bay Fire’s Capt. Rob Kivell, with a fire extinguisher and smoke alarm, both essential for new homeowners.

Fire safety tips for your new-to-you home

Pay attention to safety when moving into your new home

Oak Bay Fire’s Capt. Rob Kivell, with a fire extinguisher and smoke alarm, both essential for new homeowners.
From Terri Hunter’s illustrated talk about Palestinian culture, postcards sit atop the embroidered sleeve of a traditional dress from Gaza.

Travel with Terri to the Middle East

Monterey rec programs explore topics of Islam and the Palestinian people

From Terri Hunter’s illustrated talk about Palestinian culture, postcards sit atop the embroidered sleeve of a traditional dress from Gaza.
Marina Uzelac has opened Wholistic Chirproactic and Wellness in Monterey Mews.

Chiropractor joins the village

Wholistic Chiropractic and Wellness opens in Monterey Mews

Marina Uzelac has opened Wholistic Chirproactic and Wellness in Monterey Mews.
Oak Bay’s Joan MacLeod (right) in rehearsals with Rebecca Auerbach and Luc Roderique for MacLeod’s play The Valley, coming to the Belfry Theatre this month.

Belfry ventures deep into The Valley

Oak Bay playwright shares her accidental entry into theatre

Oak Bay’s Joan MacLeod (right) in rehearsals with Rebecca Auerbach and Luc Roderique for MacLeod’s play The Valley, coming to the Belfry Theatre this month.
Not all home insurance policies are created equal and Gary Law, from Oak Bay’s SeaFirst Insurance, advises prospective home buyers have a good discussion with their insurance broker to fully understand just what is covered in a particular policy.

Insurance matters when home-shopping

Issues like knob and tube wiring and buried oil tanks are problematic for insurers

Not all home insurance policies are created equal and Gary Law, from Oak Bay’s SeaFirst Insurance, advises prospective home buyers have a good discussion with their insurance broker to fully understand just what is covered in a particular policy.

Oak Bay Volunteer Services launches urgent financial appeal

For 39 years, the agency has matched volunteers with Oak Bay residents, mostly seniors, in need of vital daily services