Friday, April 28, 2017

Ntoth92 posted topic Quadra Village day!

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JOIN US SATURDAY, MAY 13 th FOR THE 15 th ANNUAL QUADRA VILLAGE DAY! Drop by Kings Road (between Quadra and Dowler), from 9:30 a.m–1:00 p.m, to help celebrate the Hillside-Quadra community and enjoy this fun, FREE, event for all-ages. Come for the free pancake and continental breakfast, provided by Fairway Market, available to all at 9:30am to 11:00am . Stay for the musical and dance performances occurring on one of our two-stages between 9:30–1:00 p.m. We proudly present 3 bands on the main stage this year: Mind, Daniel Cook and the Radiators and the Leg-up Program. Also check out the fun activities that will be available, including: carnival games, free haircuts (limited), bumper ball soccer, Mother's Day plant potting, Mother's Day crafts, inflatable dolphin and much more. Don't forget to visit the information tables set up by local and neighbourhood community groups. Interested in finding out more? Or wanting to know if there's still time to volunteer for this f
un event? CONTACT US: Quadra Village Day Planning Committee c/o Quadra Village Community Centre 901 Kings Rd. Victoria 250-388- 7696 quadravillageday@gmail.com Thank you to our sponsors and contributors without whom Quadra Village Day would not be possible. We encourage people to travel to Quadra Village Day by bus, bike, car-pool and foot. There is limited parking available at CDI College (access off Hillside). Parking regulations are in-force on surrounding streets. Post all your awesome photos using the #QVDay and show the community all the love!
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VicHockeyFan posted topic Haunted Victoria - ghosts in Victoria

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I don't think we have a thread like this, so I thought I'd start one in a self-serving way. We can talk ghost stories etc. here.

But first, here's how to win a book on this very subject (see how I said this was self-serving?)

✪ CONTEST TIME! It's been a while since we've had a contest. Thanks to TouchWood Editions (https://www.facebook.com/TouchWoodEditions/) and Bolen Books (https://www.facebook.com/bolenbooks/), we have 4 books to give away.
✪ To enter: Just LIKE this post on FBook > > https://www.facebook.com/ilovedowntownvictoria/photos/a.134780149874999.20063.123641760988838/1511700692182931/?type=3 (https://www.facebook.com/ilovedowntownvictoria/photos/a.134780149874999.20063.123641760988838/1511700692182931/?type=3)

.... and then comment with a TAG of a friend/partner/spouse/family member - the person you'd most like to read ghost stories with.
FOUR WINNERS will be announced on May 6th.Ian Gibbs is a part-time tour guide for Victoria's Ghostly Walks and this week TouchWood released his debut book, Victoria's Most Haunted: Ghost Stories from BC's Historic Capital City. Told matter-of-factly in Gibbs' signature style, the book is "chock full of spooky, thought-provoking tales that take the reader on a tour through time and place to a side of Victoria known by few," (Barbara Smith, author of Canadian Ghost Stories).
Ian's launch is at Bolen Books on May 9 - every is welcome!
EVENT INFO: https://www.bolen.bc.ca/?q=p.events (https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bolen.bc.ca%2F%3Fq%3Dp.events&h=ATNWVSIMHbIKUzHlmRInn6n6H3El0SpHKyG-BQ6mCbLngMfLO9mUsEgs4GKd7dZUJZchcDdgcK56R50u1KX8w1176yswZE0Adok6LZEd2N-WmGpDLkK8q-zuumg0-SnC561mzwPBHYj-WQ&enc=AZOXviWXdIKdLlbPgktej056EqzLrvAvSNr0s2sWOSZ14jL5YNUAhV9deb_8nHZ_UmDqV_6w9eifHCDEzSDCllwKbYC04_i7dt5veAt6fLen7MIPK1EPEyWJmdqT2WdmuWyyp8y5_dFmxGXm6z9A8OY2OawPNszJH-eriPxBNvMXwyWmiCHtBExyv_pzHLQhcIj4OGhBgUkq4g18w-IgyNsp&s=1)





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Monday, April 24, 2017

Mike K. posted topic Cineplex Odeon Theatre Victoria

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A renovation at downtown Victoria's Cineplex Odeon theatre has been halted by WorkSafeBC due to a possibility of disturbed asbestos. This April 19th photo depicts the removal of materials from the theatre through a side entrance leading to the 700-block of Johnson Street.

Asbestos fears halt Cineplex Odeon renovation
http://victoria.citified.ca/news/asbestos-fears-halt-cineplex-odeon-renovation/
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Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Mike K. posted topic [Downtown Victoria] TELUS Headquarters | Built

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Mike K. has just posted a new topic entitled "[Downtown Victoria] TELUS Headquarters | Built" in forum "City of Victoria".

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An artist's rendering of Telus Sky, a 58-storey mixed-use skyscraper currently under construction in Calgary. The project is one of several real-estate moves by the communications giant aimed at promoting its presence in key markets across western Canada.

TELUS looks to downtown Victoria for expanded office complex
http://victoria.citified.ca/news/telus-looks-to-downtown-victoria-for-expanded-office-complex/

TELUS is seeking to consolidate its Capital City offices into a modern business hub in downtown Victoria, Citified has learned.

The Vancouver-based communications and healthcare technology company has approached several development firms to assess near-term expansion opportunities in the city centre, a move that would see TELUS vacate its office operations at an existing facility spanning the 800-blocks of Yates and Johnson streets. [Full article (http://victoria.citified.ca/news/telus-looks-to-downtown-victoria-for-expanded-office-complex/)]
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Monday, April 17, 2017

Seatreesky posted topic Mo:Lé Restaurant opens 2nd location in Langford

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Seatreesky has just posted a new topic entitled "Mo:Lé Restaurant opens 2nd location in Langford" in forum "Restaurant & Eatery Reviews".

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Second location of popular breakie/lunch eatery Mo:Lé opened at 2345 Millstream Rd in Langford on April 3rd (at former Borella and Checkered Flag). Busy already and food is just as delicious as downtown!
Much needed in West Shore...
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Sunday, April 16, 2017

VicHockeyFan posted topic SuperBaba | Blanshard at Johnson (Atrium)

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I'm just guessing SuperBaba.

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Saturday, April 15, 2017

VicHockeyFan posted topic [North Park] | 900-blk. Caledonia | concept stage

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VicHockeyFan has just posted a new topic entitled "[North Park] | 900-blk. Caledonia | concept stage" in forum "City of Victoria".

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Land Use Committee (LUC) — Pam • The LUC earlier had met with a developer about the two neighbouring properties on 900 block Caledonia Ave., next to Sands parking lot. The LUC gave negative feedback on this proposal and the City also did not support the proposal. • The developer has come back to LUC with a revised plan. The new plan is for 4- storey rental units, with retention of the heritage house frontage and new construction at the back. • Pam and Chris met with the developer and architect, and believe this proposal is much improved. Next steps TBD
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Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Mike K. posted topic [Vic West] Roundhouse, tower 1 | Condos | 26-storeys | Proposed

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Mike K. has just posted a new topic entitled "[Vic West] Roundhouse, tower 1 | Condos | 26-storeys | Proposed" in forum "City of Victoria".

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The silhouette of Vic West's Bayview Place development as seen from downtown Victoria. A proposal by developer Focus Equities to build a 26-storey residential tower as the project's next phase will yield the City of Victoria's tallest building, although the title may be short lived if a downtown Victoria proposal receives the green light.

26-storey condo tower to rise above Victoria's Inner Harbour
http://victoria.citified.ca/news/26-storey-condo-tower-to-rise-above-victorias-inner-harbour/

Vic West's Bayview Place development will once again claim the title of the Capital City's tallest building with the announcement of a 26-storey condominium tower.

Planned for a site along Kimta Road in the harbourfront Songhees neighbourhood, the 207-unit residence could reach upwards of 77-metres above ground level, making it the tallest structure on southern Vancouver Island.

Although approvals have been granted by the City of Victoria for a building rising as high as 77-metres, final design modifications could yield a height at or below the approved limit, according to Paul Corns, the communications director for Focus Equities' Bayview Place development. [Full article (http://victoria.citified.ca/news/26-storey-condo-tower-to-rise-above-victorias-inner-harbour/)]
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Tuesday, April 11, 2017

VicHockeyFan posted topic Olympic Hotel (Johnson/Broad) back room tour

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Wednesday, April 5, 2017

VicHockeyFan posted topic Terry Fox exhibit at the Royal BC Museum

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Coming soon....

http://www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/visit/exhibitions/terryfox


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April 12 – October 1, 2017Celebrate the achievements of one of Canada's greatest heroes–Terry Fox.
At the age of 18 Terry Fox lost part of his right leg to bone cancer. The loss didn't diminish his drive or courage; in fact, it inspired greatness. Once he recovered, this young man from Port Coquitlam, BC set out to run across Canada in what he called a "Marathon of Hope" to raise money for cancer research. In the summer of 1980 Terry began his 143-day, 5,300 kilometre journey, starting in St. John's, Newfoundland. His plan had been to run across the country. Sadly Terry's cancer returned and he was forced to finish his run in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Terry Fox still succeeded in his goal of raising awareness of and money for cancer research–a legacy that continues to this day. Explore the story of a young man who inspired a nation and established himself as a hero through his courage, hope and determination.

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Tuesday, April 4, 2017

VicHockeyFan posted topic Mass O Canada singing, video shoot - Sidney, Sunday April 30th

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VicHockeyFan has just posted a new topic entitled "Mass O Canada singing, video shoot - Sidney, Sunday April 30th" in forum "Arts, Culture and Entertainment".

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http://www.peninsulanewsreview.com/news/418024943.html


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It's never too early to sing O Canada and Sidney Town Crier Kenny Podmore is hoping a lot of peoplethink the same way.
On April, 30, Podmore is organizing a mass singing of the country's national anthem for a videorecording project to have for Canada's 150th birthday party on July 1.
He's looking for as many people as possible to come to Sidney's Beacon Park (at the bandshell onthe waterfront) where there will be a couple rehearsal renditions of O Canada — followed by the realdeal on video.
"Just show up," Podmore said.

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VicHockeyFan posted topic Ambrosia Catering for sale

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VicHockeyFan has just posted a new topic entitled "Ambrosia Catering for sale" in forum "Food and Dining, Hotel and Hospitality Industry Discussions".

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Ambrosia Catering and banquet hall business in Downtown Victoria is for sale.

We have built an excellent local reputation with loads of repeat business, this is a fantastic opportunity for a hospitality caterer with the passion and vision to continue on their own culinary journey.

With over 300 events on and off site last year alone, centrally located and beautifully upgraded, a hall capacity for 200 with over 3000 square feet of wooden floor (great for dancing and extremely low maintenance), great sound system, a stage that can be moved anywhere the customer wants or simply be put away for more room. You are also able to divide the room into two with a custom sound proof wall.

Our fully equipped kitchen comes to you turn key and ready to take over.

Lots of parking across the street in the City of Victoria parkade, free after 5 pm week days and free all day Sundays.

Reason for the sale: Owner retiring.

Serious inquiries only please, we do not want any walks-ins and do not speak to our staff without prior approval. Contact us to arrange a viewing and discussing more details.
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Mike K. posted topic Victoria City Hall's statue of Sir John A. MacDonald could be on the move

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Mike K. has just posted a new topic entitled "Victoria City Hall's statue of Sir John A. MacDonald could be on the move" in forum "Arts, Culture and Entertainment".

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Situated along the 600-block of Pandora Avenue at Victoria City Hall's southern entrance, a statue of Canada's first Prime Minister, Sir John A. MacDonald, could be relocated. The statue was erected by the Sir John A. MacDonald Society in 1982.

Victoria City Hall's statue of Sir John A. MacDonald could be on the move

Could the statue of Sir John A. MacDonald be on the move from its 34-year perch at the southern entrance to Victoria's City Hall?

Possibly, according to a City Hall insider.

The source, who is familiar with going-ons at #1 Centennial Square, confirms that several years ago the Sir John A. MacDonald Society approached the City of Victoria to float the idea of relocating the first Canadian Prime Minister's statue to the Inner Harbour or Centennial Square where it would command a greater presence.

Although the idea failed to gain traction at the time, recent musings that parallel the Society's long-held desires could lead to a mobilization of like-minded efforts during Victoria's Year of Reconciliation.

VV's source tells us that members of local First Nations bands have posited the idea of relocating the effigy to an alternative location should a decision be made by the City of Victoria to install aboriginal artwork in place of the statue.

However, situating First Nations art may not necessarily be limited to the exterior of City Hall and may instead appear inside the lounge or foyer, leaving Sir John A. in place.
At this time no formal applications related to the relocation of the statue have been submitted to City Hall and discussions with elected officials on that topic have been brief. Should plans change the City is expected to initiate a public information and feedback process.

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