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Housing minister Ravi Kahlon appoints housing advisor in West Van and Oak Bay. What's going on with the Victoria School Board? Trump seems committed to implementing tariffs on Canada, but it's still up in the air about what sectors these tariffs would impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Should the province take action to get Oak Bay to reach housing targets? GUEST: Kevin Murdoch, Mayor of Oak Bay Federal Liberals ring in the holidays with a brand new cabinet GUEST: Mackenzie Gray, National Reporter with Global National & Global News The best and worst of 2024 in entertainment GUEST: Rick Forchuk, TV Week Magazine columnist & CKNW contributor Continuing the Vancouver Canucks' messy history GUEST: Ed Willes, Author of Never Boring: The Up and Down History of The Vancouver Canucks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GUEST: Ravi Kahlon, B.C's Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NDP created B.C's fiscal mess, how can they fix it? GUEST: Richard Zussman, Global BC Legislative Reporter  Alberta aggressively pursues B.C's food manufacturing industry GUEST: Dr. Lenore Newman, Director of the Food and Agriculture Institute at the University of the Fraser Valley  B.C government doubles down on West Vancouver and Oak Bay to meet housing targets GUEST: Ravi Kahlon, B.C's Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs Metro Vancouver estimates 50,000 residents moving in each year GUEST: Eric Woodward, Chair of Metro Vancouver's Regional Planning Committee Harbour Publishing celebrates 50 years with Raincoast Chronicles: Fifth Five GUEST: Howard White, founder and publisher of Harbour Publishing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GUEST: Kevin Murdoch, Mayor of Oak Bay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Bailey & Johnny: We launched Roommate For A Year! We also talked about the colour of the year for 2025 (Too soon?) and we had a very important news story about Oak Bay mushrooms in the TL;DR! Have a funny story to share? Voice memo us on social media and you could be included in the next episode.  Listen live weekdays 530 -10 am PST on the iHeartRadio app and 1073virginradio.ca

Thank you to Nick for the episode suggestion.Content warning: Child death2017 was a wondrously magical Christmas season. Heaps of heavy white snow had piled on top of Oak Bay on Vancouver Island, and everybody, except maybe the most die-hard winter haters, was excited at the prospect of building snowmen and sledding.On Christmas Day, Sarah awaited the arrival of her daughters, Chloe and Aubrey. They had been with their father, Andrew, the days before the holiday and were due to be home at noon. The set drop-off came and went, and there was no sign of Andrew, Chloe, and Aubrey. Calls and texts were unanswered.  Sarah drove to Andrew's house, and when Aubrey and Chloe didn't appear at the window, Sarah grew even more concerned.Join Cam and Jen while they discuss "An Unimaginable Act: The Murders of Chloe and Aubrey Berry."If you would like to contribute to the Chloe and Aubrey Berry Bursary Fund, held at the Victoria Foundation, please go tohttps://victoriafoundation.bc.ca/donate/chloe-aubrey-berry-bursary-fund/Donations will support a scholarship for two girls—one for kindergarten and one for first grade. Thank you to our sponsor, SleepCreme.If you want a good night's rest, go to Sleepcreme.com.  Use code OTCPODCAST at checkout to save twenty bucks on the first order!Thank you to our team:Written and researched by Lauretta AllenListener Discretion by Edward October from OctoberpodVHSExecutive Producer Nico Vitesse of The Inky Paw PrintSources:https://www.facebook.com/RIPAubreyandChloeBerry/https://www.youtube.com/watchv=TjDOiiuAFmc&ab_channel=Morbidologyhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/908182759/match=1&terms=Aubrey%20Chloe%20Berryhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/930497802/match=1&terms=Aubrey%20Chloe%20Berryhttps://www.timescolonist.com/local-news/victim-impact-statement-what-sarah-cotton-said-in-bc-supreme-court-4677879 (If you can make it through this without crying, you're a stronger person than I am.)https://www.newspapers.com/image/930508496/match=1&terms=Aubrey%20Chloe%20Berryhttps://www.newspapers.com/image/906855476/?match=1&terms=Aubrey%20Chloe%20Berryhttps://www.facebook.com/RIPAubreyandChloeBerry/https://www.ctvnews.ca/mobile/canada/i-screamed-like-never-before-mother-testifies-at-trial-of-ex-accused-of-killing-two-girls-1.4499102fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1dr7zZi-RyIp3S_ALD6cVYSCmKsjzG7aeR225qYpYiReZtXHn1hM6t_70_aem_XzhU_dOc0g6PSW5s426-nwhttps://www.vicnews.com/news/mother-of-murder-girls-testifies-in-oak-bay-double-murder-trial-58044https://www.saobserver.net/news/mother-of-slain-daughters-supports-recent-changes-to-canadas-divorce-act-3727169https://www.pressreader.com/canada/times-colonist/20190417/281483572776846https://www.cheknews.ca/i-miss-them-every-minute-mother-of-slain-oak-bay-girls-speaks-after-changes-to-divorce-act-749575/https://vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca/notes-written-by-oak-bay-father-accused-ofmurdering-daughters-released-to-media-1.4575766?cache=%3Fot%3DAjaxLayout%3FclipId%3D64268https://www.cheknews.ca/key-piece-of-evidence-in-andrew-berry-murder-trial-read-in-court-564129/

Canada Soccer will appeal a decision by FIFA to penalize its women's team six points after a staff member was caught spying on New Zealand's team practices with a drone. A decision is expected Wednesday, before Canada's next match against Columbia. Steve Ewen joins the show to discuss. Residents & visitors Bowen Island are being advised to use caution after a cougar sighting on the island. Saanich Police have laid a charge in an art dealer investigation that started in April 2022, after 1100 pieces of art were seized from a gallery in Oak Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to bookstores, islanders are beyond lucky. Our region has more independent bookstores than some entire provinces! In this episode, host Kathryn Marlow and her colleague Gregor Craigie dig into their love for bookstores, and share thoughts from the owners of Ivy's Bookshop in Oak Bay and Laughing Oyster Book Shop in Courtenay.

Today on Bailey & Johnny: Big recap of the weekend's events including the TC10K, Emerson The Seal taking over Oak Bay and Rolling Stone's controversial Taylor Swift song ranking article! Have a funny story to share? Voice memo us on social media and you could be included in the next episode.  Listen live weekdays 530 -10 am PST on the iHeartRadio app and 1073virginradio.ca

There are many infrastructure projects pending inside the Tweed Curtain. Oak Bay Mayor Kevin Murdoch joins CEO Bruce Williams to outline what work is ahead. 

This spring, a few dozen people gathered in Oak Bay to say goodbye to a tree. The 200-year-old Garry Oak was cut down because of safety concerns. It's not the first time Islanders have mourned a tree - and it won't be the last. But we're also still a region that relies on forestry for thousands of jobs. So how do we reconcile a love of trees, with a need to cut some down? 

On a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with Kayah George.  Kayah George is from the Tsleil-Waututh Nation, part of the Coast Salish peoples of Victoria, Canada.  Despite Kayah's young age, she has spoken for half her life about indigenous and environmental issues like the transmountain pipeline and chemicals leaking into the Burrard Inlet.  She recently wrote and directed a documentary titled ‘Our Grandmother The Inlet' that looks at the lives of Kayah and her grandmother Ta7a and their profound connection to water amidst the background of industry dominance as water is now seen as a commodity.  Beyond using her voice and remarkable story-telling abilities to support indigenous and environmental issues, Kayah is creating a docu-series in conjunction with National Geographic about the Orcas of Oak Bay, Victoria.  Kayah has a very special connection with the Orcas.  We will learn the history of the relationship of the Coast Salish peoples with the Orcas, how their lives parallel each other, the unique abilities of the Orcas, the threats they face and how traditional ecological knowledge has been instrumental in supporting the Orca population.  To learn more about Kayah George and her work, you can find her on Instagram at @kayahgeorge.  To learn more about the Tsleil-Waututh Nation's efforts to stop the Trans Mountain Expansion tanker and pipeline project go to www.twnsacredtrust.ca.A poem by Kai George's great-grandfather, Chief Dan GeorgeGet to know the animals around you,Get to know the birds,Get to know the land…the water,Because what you don't knowyou won't understand,And what you don't understand,you will fear.And what you fear, you will destroy. Website: http://www.wildforchange.com Twitter: @WildForChange Facebook: /wildforchange Instagram: wildforchange

Today on Bailey & Johnny: We had another edition of Who's The Bad Guy! This one was all about switching dinner reservations. We learned about Oak Bay criminals and if you are losing money today by being at work! Have a funny story to share? Voice memo us on social media and you could be included in the next episode.  Listen live weekdays 530 -10 am PST on the iHeartRadio app and 1073virginradio.ca

CBC Science and Climate Specialist Darius Mahdavi brings us the latest weather forecast as most of B.C. comes under a snowfall warning, with up to 20 cm expected in southern areas. Darren Miller, owner of Insurance Restoration Pro gives us tips on avoiding water damage from burst pipes. We check in with the provincial Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure's Janelle Staite, deputy regional director, South Coast division on preparations for roads and highways in advance of the stormy weather. CBC reporter Belle Puri brings us the story of the community of Oak Bay grappling with the provincial mandate to add 664 new housing units by 2028. And, we talk about the challenges of multi-unit housing with Eric Protzer Senior Research Fellow, Growth Lab, at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government.

On the 25th of December 2017, Beach Drive and Goodwin Street in Oak Bay, Victoria, Canada, buzzed with the spirit of Christmas. The homes and apartments were aglow with festive cheer, from decorated Christmas trees, windows shimmering with twinkling lights, and even the presence of illuminated Santas and candy canes. Later on, however, the atmosphere in the neighbourhood took an unexpected turn, as the festival lighting was replaced by jarring flashing lights from police vehicles swarming the area.SPONSORS -UNFOLD: Thank you to UNFOLD for sponsoring this episode! Are you ready to welcome a more balanced life? Morbidology listeners get a 15% discount and a complimentary 30-minute trial at: https://integralcoach.youcanbook.me/SmartLabels: Thank you to SmartLabels for sponsoring this episode! Say goodbye to countless minutes rummaging through storage bins for your Fall and Thanksgiving decorations with SmartLabels. Download their app on the app store and buy their QR labels at: https://www.amazon.com/QR-Smart-Labels-Scannable-Organization/dp/B0BJS364C6?maas=maas_adg_31EA81720AD78B3DA43CB84763549F2B_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maasSHOW NOTES - https://morbidology.com/morbidology-the-podcast-236-chloe-and-aubrey-berryPATREON - https://www.patreon.com/morbidologyAudio Credit:Epidemic SoundEvening of Chaos - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Empty Reflections - ErikMMusic - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgq4SPKHlyIA Mothers Sacrifice - OurMusicBox - https://ourmusicbox.com/Dark Tranquility - Anno Domini Beats - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6mBav72AkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/morbidology/support.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3527306/advertisement

In this week's episode, I feature a spotlight on Victoria and talk about staying at the Huntingdon Manor Hotel. I feature Café Malabar for South Indian cuisine in Victoria. I feature Marilena Cafe and Raw Bar in downtown Victoria. I feature the Ugly Duckling Dining and their tasting menu in Victoria. I feature The Art of Slow Food in downtown Victoria. I feature Faro in the Oak Bay neighbourhood. I feature Fernwood Coffee Co in Fernwood. I feature The Courteney Room in downtown Victoria for brunch. I feature HeliJet for transportation. I talk about some Upcoming Foodie Events including Dumpling Fest, Pizza Palooza, and Food Talks. Follow me on Instagram, TikTok and X @Vanfoodster as well to visit VancouverFoodster.com for everything food in Vancouver and beyond.

Today on Virgin Mornings: Real Bailey was sick so AI Bailey was here for the Top 3 of the Week and some breaking soccer news! We launched our Halloween contest and we had the Oak Bay crime watch for what could possible one of the most Oak Bay crimes ever! Have a funny story to share? Voice memo us on social media and you could be included in the next episode.  Listen live weekdays 530 -10 am PST on the iHeartRadio app and 1073virginradio.ca

View From Victoria: We get a local look at the top political stories with the help of Vancouver Sun columnist Vaughn Palmer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connect with MDSML: -Join the mailing list for weekly queer joy! mdsml.substack.com -Connect with Lauren! laurendeborah.substack.com  -Email the pod! mydadstolemylimelight@gmail.com -LGBTQIA+ resources I am (once again) very excited about my guest this week! We were having such a rad chat and I was like “I need to hit record!”. I am pleased to welcome improviser, Shea Roberts Gyllen (they/them)! Shea is also maybe the most patient person ever as I rescheduled this episode with them mayyyyyybe 12 times, and we ended up back at the original time! This is very much like me trying to choose an outfit, I try on 12, end up back at the first! In this episode: -Enjoy the bird and seaplane sounds as I recorded this from Oak Bay, Vancouver Island, a humble brag! -It feels so good to share ourselves loudly! -Shea talks about coming out as ongoing as someone who presents femme! -Kids can teach us so very much! Talking to kids about gender is very fun! -Improv is FASCINATING to me! So much respect! -Shea used to be a professional stiltwalker! My new dream job is unlocked! -Fun fact, clothes don't make your gender! -Shea named their child and their child named them! -The guest recording in the episode is an educational experience! Blessed! -Hearing a different answer to the same question from multiple guests, means there are more options and possibilities every time and I freaking love that! -Being a parent really helped Shea discover their being non-binary! -Step one when someone you know comes out with a new name and new pronouns? Update their contact in your phone! -Birth spaces are very gendered, which Shea is trying to change in their work! -Shea very kindly passes the mic and asks me about my new pronouns and it felt very nice to talk about being your she/they host in this ep! Thank you, Shea

In the 3rd and final part of this 3 part series with Retired Staff Sergeant Chris Horsley we go over a few topics that are currently in the news.The complex policing issue in Surrey BC.Amalgamation in the Greater Victoria area.Safe Supply – not a true description of what's happening on the streets.Breaching Court Orders and continued lack of accountability; resulting in police having to use firearms to bring a situation to a conclusion.Bank Robbery and shootout with Police in Saanich last year on 28 June 2022.Police Officers dealing with trauma.Police informing and educating the public through the media.Chris talks about the support for the police in Oak Bay, BC.Sound editing done by Todd Mason.More about the Victoria City Police Union (VCPU): - Tweet us at https://twitter.com/VicPD_Union - Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vicpd_union/ - Find us on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/truebluevictoria/ - Visit our website for information at https://truebluevic.ca/ - Email us at media@vcpu.ca for any media inquiries or requests to be on the True Blue Podcast

Have an event that needs some Local Love? Contact us! DM us on social media or text us at 107-300 This weekend's events: The Monster is on now till Sunday at Royal Athletic Park Tackle the 300m inflatable obstacle course and enjoy live DJs as well as food trucks and a beer garden.  https://www.themonster-canada.com/victoria   Fridays at The Station 4- 8pm at 720 Station Ave featuring live music, food trucks, booths from local businesses, and the Victoria Beer Society's Beer Truck pouring a rotating line-up of beers from some of British Columbia's best craft breweries. https://www.canadianbeernews.com/2023/05/11/victoria-beer-society-announces-2023-edition-of-fridays-at-the-station-series/    Stelly's Secondary Presends: Once Upon a Mattress Stelly's secondary school has their once upon a mattress student performance on Friday and Saturday night as well as a Saturday matinee.  Tickets can be purchased online or at the door https://stellys.saanichschools.ca/node/988    The Monster YYJ is partnering with local Firefighters in Greater Victoria to raise funds and awareness for KidSport! ⁠ ⁠Firefighters from Oak Bay, Victoria, Saanich & Esquimalt will be on site this Saturday, June 10th, 1-3pm to compete and bounce for KidSport!⁠ https://www.instagram.com/p/CtKSN-RSRuF/   Goldstream Farmers Market @ Veterans Memorial Park (Aldwynd Road)  Every Saturday 10am to 2pm  https://www.facebook.com/goldstreamfarmersmarket/    Changemakers Gathering Festival @ Starlight Stadium Saturday  11am - 4pm ft drum groups, Indigenous artisans and non-profits  https://langford.ca/calendar/41243/    Walk to Cure Diabetes @ Elk Lake Park Sunday Registration opens 9am, walk starts at 1030 https://jdrfwalk.ca/    Cook Street Village Block Party - Sunday 10am to 5pm a family-friendly event with live music, food trucks, activities & vendors!  Cook Street, from Oscar Street to Park Boulevard, will be closed from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. https://www.thecookstvillage.com/thevillageblockparty/2023   

This week on Legally Speaking with Michael Mulligan:What's the secret to unlocking more housing supply in municipalities like Oak Bay, Victoria, and Sanich? Today, we uncover the implications of BC Government's Housing Supply Act and what it means for these targeted municipalities. We discuss the process that the government will undergo to set housing targets, including the appointment of an advisor who will act as a "mole" within the municipality, gathering vital information on housing development progress.As we navigate through the challenges and delays in this process, we also tackle the implications of the Housing Supply Act on the power of municipalities to regulate the building of houses. We weigh the pros and cons of setting legislative time limits on processes such as rezoning and construction project approvals. Don't miss our reflections on the image of provincial officials entering municipalities to write a report on why they are too slow in building houses, and what the next steps ahead may be for the Minister in terms of appointing an advisor and setting a housing target. Join us on this eye-opening journey into the world of housing development.Follow this link for a transcript of the show and links to the legislation discussed. 

Episode 108 - Diego Maffia For episode 108 we have a very special guest Diego Maffia! 2023 Canada West Player of the Year, dropped 96 points in a high school game and was recently selected 6th overall by the Vancouver Bandits. Diego comes on the podcast to talk about growing up in Brazil and moving to Vancouver Island in 2015, the power of community and the importance of giving back, finding his footing at Oak Bay and having a historic high school career, playing for the Vikes and the university experience, and shares his dreams of going pro.  Reach out to us at ahoopsjourney@gmail.com Podcast Guests: Diego Maffia https://www.thebandits.ca/roster/diego-maffia Aaron Mitchell - Host Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_a_mitch/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahoopsjourney/ Website: https://www.ahoopsjourney.com/ Sponsors: PGC Basketball https://pgcbasketball.com/ Parkside Brewery https://www.theparksidebrewery.com/ ATO Basketball Merchants https://www.atobball.com/

Today on Virgin Mornings: We had the Mayors of Saanich and Oak Bay on the show to talk about their campaign for Hands for Ukraine, we had Bailey's Top 3 of the Week that featured Mother's Day (May 14th!) markets and we learned that Rihanna is putting out more new music... but it's probably not gonna be what we want. Have a funny story to share? Voice memo us on social media and you could be included in the next episode.  Listen live weekdays 530 -10 am PST on the iHeartRadio app and 1073virginradio.ca

Join us for this week's Grape Escape, broadcasting live from the beautiful Oak Bay Beach Hotel in Victoria! Our guests include Anneke Feuermann, the Marketing and PR Manager who tells us about being named Condé Nast's #1 top hotel in Canada and earning a certification as a biosphere property, one of only three in the country; Brendan Bankowski, Oak Bay's Food & Beverage Manager talks about their dining options from fine dining to woodfired-pizza to the Snug Cove Pub. Christian Sealey, Oak Bay's Director of Food and Beverage, announces special wine dinners & reveals an exclusive wine made in Cowichan Valley. Kenzie Knight from Tourism Cowichan has tons of tips on how to make the most of your time in the Cowichan Valley, and Ross Borland from Vessel Liquor talks about the unique offerings in their newly expanded store in Victoria and their online marketplace. #bcfoodandwine

It's our Monthly Real Estate Market Update! Today Andrew and Jane have guest Rochelle Dale from RE/MAX Shuswap who will be reviewing and commenting on our stats. She will talk about the similarities and differences on marketing, selling in the Shuswap Salmon Arm area, what the demographics of buyers are in the area and how to take advantage of the market.Jane Johnston RE/MAX https://www.briarhillgroup.com/Subscribe to my youtube channel! https://bit.ly/Subscribe-youtube-JaneJohnstonAndrew Plank Royal LePage https://www.andrewplank.com/Subscribe to my youtube channel! https://bit.ly/Subscribe-youtube-AndrewPlankRochelle Dale www.rochelledale.com info@rochelledale.com#homesforsale #victoriahomesforsale #weareremax #remaxhustle #sidney #saanich #Victoria #colwood #langford#northsaanich #centralsaanich #sooke #remaxsocial #success #victorialuxuryhomes #oakbay #bearmountain #yyjrealestate #realtor #lifeasarealtor

Sgt. Musicco currently serves as the Tactical Team Leader of the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team (GVERT).  We're happy that he recently joined us in studio to chat about how he and his team are doing after a very busy and traumatic past few months.  Six tactical team members were wounded by gunfire on 28 June 2022 in Saanich.  The GVERT serves Victoria, Esquimalt, Saanich, Oak Bay and Central Saanich.JJ has spent 13 of his 18 years of policing in uniform on the front lines, and his service on the tactical unit of GVERT has been 12 years.  He believes that police officers who choose to join GVERT are making an extraordinary commitment to their community.  GVERT deals with many high stress and potentially very traumatic events anytime of the day and every day of the year.  JJ talks about some of his feelings surrounding the resolution of the high-end critical incident on 28 June 2022.  Every day the GVERT is an important line of defense in keeping the citizens of Greater Victoria sheltered from violence, and unfortunately even with great training and preparation some members of GVERT suffered life altering injuries on that day.  GVERT and many other police officers who responded that day need to be recognized as heroes – they kept us safe!Sound editing done by Todd Mason.More about the Victoria City Police Union (VCPU): - Tweet us at https://twitter.com/VicPD_Union - Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vicpd_union/ - Find us on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/truebluevictoria/ - Visit our website for information at https://truebluevic.ca/ - Email us at media@vcpu.ca for any media inquiries or requests to be on the True Blue Podcast

Today on Virgin Mornings: There's a snake on the loose in Oak Bay, sometimes we miss the mark with our Halloween costumes and there's a new number 1 podcast in the world. Spoiler alert: it's not this one :( Your 8am keyword in Virgin Radio's 5K A Day can also be found in this podcast! Have a funny story to share? Voice memo us on social media and you could be included in the next episode.  Listen live weekdays 530 -10 am PST on the iHeartRadio app and 1073virginradio.ca

Kanada – ein Land mit atemberaubender Schönheit und Weite, traumhaften Landschaften, stillen Bergseen, beschaulichen Orten, reizvollen Städten, faszinierenden Nationalparks und den mächtigen Rocky Mountains.Unser Reiseleiter Bernd Vogler nimmt Sie mit auf Tour durch den Westen Kanadas. Lassen auch Sie sich begeistern und lauschen Sie seinen Erzählungen. Daneben gibt es einen kurzen Einblick in die neue Reise durch den Osten Kanadas zum Indian Summer, eines der schönsten Naturerlebnisse, die es gibt, wenn die riesigen Ahornwälder im Osten Kanadas in den schönsten Gelb-, Rot- und Orangetönen leuchten.

Ch. 1: Nancy Pelosi begins Asia tour as questions swirl over Taiwan visit U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi held talks with officials in Singapore on Monday at the start of her Asian tour, as questions swirled over a possible stop in Taiwan that has fuelled tension with Beijing. Guest: Akshay Singh, Non-Resident Research Fellow at the Council on International Policy Ch. 2: Hockey Canada Investigation Hockey Canada and other league executives spent three hours in front of Parliamentarians on Wednesday, defending their handling of sexual assault allegations that have recently come to light. Guest: Robyn Doolittle, Investigative Reporter for the Globe and Mail and author of "Had It Coming" and "Crazy Town" Ch. 3: Update on B.C.'s wildfires Wildfire season appears to have begun in earnest, with BC Wildfire Service crews deployed to multiple new fires in several parts of the province. Crews were called mid-day to a new fire burning just 7.5 kilometres west of Kamloops on Monday. The Polygon Pond fire was measured at 4.57 hectares in size, and is giving off smoke highly visible from Highway 1, Highway 5 and surrounding areas. Guest: Jean Strong, Information Officer for the BC Wildfire Service Ch. 4: More than 30 murals set to be unveiled across Vancouver as part of Mural Festival This week, more than 30 new murals will be unveiled in eight neighbourhoods across Vancouver as part of the annual Mural Festival. The murals, painted by 50 artists, include a piece honouring the work of Rosemary Brown, the first Black woman elected to British Columbia's legislature; a design inspired by the efforts to bring Indigenous leadership together for ocean conversation; and a total transformation of the exterior of an iconic motel, the festival's largest mural to date. Guest: Andrea Curtis, Executive Director of Van Mural Fest Ch. 5: Climate activists are deflating SUV tires near Victoria An environmental activist organization is claiming to have deflated tires of 34 SUVs across Victoria and Oak Bay. The new ‘Tyre Extinguishers of Victoria' have posted online they are part of a worldwide direct action with the goal of eliminating SUVs from urban areas. Victoria Police Department has opened a file on the environmental action and so far one person in the city has filed a police complaint. Guest: Andrew Weaver, Former Green Party Leader

What's amazing in the world of a Member of Parliament? Her riding; the people, the places, and the events that are happening in Victoria, Oak Bay, and part of Saanich. MP Laurel Collins joins us to talk about what she enjoys/has enjoyed doing this summer. We hope you are inspired to get outside or get involved, and enjoy what's on offer! Here are some of the events, places, and organisations that we discuss: Beacon Hill Park Moss Street Market James Bay Market Victoria Literacy Connection FernFest VicWestFest Jazz Fest Ska Fest Rendezvous Victoria City of Victoria events James Bay New Horizons Irving Park Oak Bay Parks Saanich Parks Leadership Victoria East Sooke Park CRD Parks

22 people have been killed during a midday elementary school shooting in southern Texas. We talk about dealing with grief and what should be done in response. And in our 2nd half, we travel to Oak Bay where the district has voted to phase out gas powered leaf blowers. Do you want them banned in your community too?

This week we're trying something different. As you might have noticed, we sometimes like to try new things. We like to stretch our wings a little. But we get it, change might not be your thing. That's okay. Sometimes we need time to adjust. So if you aren't into this week's style of podcast, that's okay. Come back next week, when we promise, we'll return to our usual broadcasting format. ;) Today is Earth Day. Instead of talking about whatever, we decided to let the earth, and nature, do the talking. By collecting audio clips over the last week or two, we've compiled a little listening journey through some local nature spots. If you notice, though, even when deep in the woods, or in the middle of a park or beach, the sounds of humans crash through the reverie. Someone is jackhammering next to a park, someone is building something, and then there's often the constant drone of vehicles. This isn't a rant against any of those. It is cause, however, for wondering how can we escape the noise and hustle and bustle, when it's all around us? We have Dark Sky parks (not enough of them!), is there a way to have Quiet parks? Just some thoughts to consider. So sit back and relax, and take a listen to some sounds of earth and nature. WARNING: the first 3 clips are loud, so we suggest that you turn down your volume initially and adjust accordingly. Wednesday's windstorm blowing through the trees on the top of Mt Tolmie During this week's storm, the wind was louder than the waves at Island View Beach Little birds in trees and hedges in a Saanich neighbourhood Crows taking a bath in Bowker Creek in Oak Bay! That's the splashing and flapping sounds you hear In the forest next to a quiet part of Graham Creek in Centennial Park in Saanichton, and some quiet birds A bubbling section of the Bowker Creek tributary, in Cedar Hill Park A burbling section of the same creek with a variety of birds in the background A woodpecker and other birds in the copse in Cedar Hill Park, off Ocean View Rd Waves and birds on the beach at Cadboro Bay Birds in a forest at Saanichton Birds in a tree in Gyro Park Ducks in a pond and birds in the hedgerow, next to Gyro Park Waves and birds and a jackhammer at Caddy Bay Beach Rain falling on a shed, and on a window frame leaning nearby, Saanich Birds and creek at Cedar Hill Park, next to the ball diamond Finally, what could be more appropriate than making sounds on the EARTH DRUMS? Located at Cedar Hill Park, the 3 large “box drums”, by artist and carver Carey Newman, are intended to be played with the hand, and create reverberations below human hearing that resonate into the ground, making music of, and for, the earth. Happy Earth Day.

Our lucky 13th episode of Season 2 takes us to Oak Bay. At the confluence of school district land and municipal land, lies a section of daylighted and restored Bowker Creek. It's here that we met Sidney Hurst, proud builder of the 600th Little Free Library in the Greater Victoria Placemaking Network. While talking about the 600th little library - named "Bowker Creek Books" - was our initial reason for reaching out to her, it was refreshing to sit down with a such a knowledgeable, eager, and community-minded young person. To say that Sidney is passionate about books and literacy is a bit of an understatement - she's been writing a book review blog since she was 10yrs old! We haven't heard of many 10 year old bloggers, and especially about books. She also has a goodreads page. By the time she reached 15, she apparently didn't have enough of books, so she made her first little library in her front yard. She has diverse tastes in reading, so while her favourites may change, her go-to book is "The Lie Tree" by Frances Hardinge. As part of the BC Grade 12 curriculum, students are required to have a Capstone Project. It's an opportunity for students to demonstrate their cumulative learning in a particular topic they're interested in, and Sidney wanted something that reflected literacy and sustainability. She followed those interests and decided on a little library close to her school, Oak Bay High. After researching and learning the process involved, she worked with her school principal to install one in a tranquil spot next to Bowker Creek, between Oak Bay High, Oak Bay Recreation, and Oak Bay Public Works Yard. Tranquil yet busy, with connecting pathways and nearby sports: playing fields, tennis bubble, basketball court, skate park, running track, and rec centre! A Grade 12 student at Oak Bay High, Sidney is also taking UVIC classes, and volunteering in the community, with additional interests in literacy, sustainability, PoliSci, and law. Despite her interest in politics, she's not interested in running for political office herself at this time; “Never say never”. She is however, involved federally by volunteering, and encouraging young people to get involved in politics and the political system. What else is ahead for this bright young teen? She's looking forward to more placemaking that engages the community and the school. If you can't get enough of books, we highly recommend you check out Sidney's Instagram for books beautifully presented and descriptively reviewed. (Apologies for the uneven audio in a couple of places - we're still working on perfecting the lavalier mic.)

We speak with Retired Saanich Police Chief Scott Green and hear from him after 34 years of service to his community.  Scott grew up as a Victoria Police kid; his father Detective Inspector Blake Green served for 32 years.  He talks about his diverse policing career that  prepared him for the ultimate position of Chief; he served as exhibit officer for the Reena Virk homicide, he spent many years on the Greater Victoria Police Emergency Response Team (GVERT) and became Team Leader and he served as Incident Commander for the Peter Lee homicides in Oak Bay.  Scott talks about the Lindsay Buziak investigation and speaks positively towards the efforts put forward by his officers involved in this case.   We couldn't get Chief Green to agree with our amalgamation views but you'll hear his personal opinion.Thanks to Scott for sharing his experiences and thoughts with us on the True Blue Podcast and we wish him a long and happy retirement.Sound editing done by Todd Mason.More about the Victoria City Police Union (VCPU): - Tweet us at https://twitter.com/VicPD_Union - Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/vicpd_union/ - Find us on FaceBook at https://www.facebook.com/truebluevictoria/ - Visit our website for information at https://truebluevic.ca/ - Email us at media@vcpu.ca for any media inquiries or requests to be on the True Blue Podcast

The recent census data from Statistics Canada showed (to no one's surprise) Langford is by far the fastest-growing municipality in Greater Victoria. But on a more surprising note, Esquimalt is the only area besides Oak Bay to shrink. Today we analyze the data with housing expert Leo Spalteholtz and find out why some areas are growing, some are shrinking, and what it all means for housing on the Island.   Today's episode is sponsored by the Bay Centre and Coastal Community Credit Union.   Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca   Check our membership opportunity at CapitalDaily.ca/Member  And subscribe to us on our socials!  Twitter @CapitalDailyVic    Instagram @CapitalDaily    Facebook @CapitalDailyVic  

The municipality of Oak Bay is one of the country's richest, but they have an infrastructure problem. The municipality's deficit is holding up important upgrades. For Municipal Monday, Oak Bay Local Reporter Ryan Hook joins to explain what's going on.  Get more stories like this in your inbox every morning by subscribing to our daily newsletter at CapitalDaily.ca Check our membership opportunity at CapitalDaily.ca/MemberAnd subscribe to us on our socials! Twitter @CapitalDailyVic  Instagram @CapitalDaily  Facebook @CapitalDailyVic 

Oak Bay is a community and municipality with a distinct culture, a strategic plan for the future, and a Mayor who is going to talk all about it. CEO Bruce Williams speaks with Oak Bay Mayor Kevin Murdoch.

We discuss the madness that is the CRD oak bay and the barriers to shelters --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/homelesidea/message

What started as a group on facebook became a defacto guide and resource for living in Oak Bay a district in Victoria BC. Julie is a friendly Mom I met at daycare and had a great idea. later she partnered with a media group and now produces a fantastic newsletter. Find them at oakbaylocal.com and find the group on Facebook at Oak Bay Local

Oak Bay bottle drive success, a brother and sister compete in Scouts...and a Cub Scout fundraises for another group that lost their trailer. Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Full show notes available at scoutingstuffpodcast.com.

Andrew Berry, the man who stabbed to death his two young daughters in his Oak Bay apartment on Christmas Day two years ago, will spend at least 22 years in prison before he is eligible for parole. A B.C. Supreme Court judge today sentenced him to life in prison with no chance of parole for 22 years, to be served concurrently. Last September, Berry was convicted of second-degree murder in the killings of 4-year-old Aubrey and 6-year-old Chloe.   Guest: Sarah MacDonald Global News Reporter

A father who killed his four- and six-year-old daughters on Christmas Day in 2017 will have to serve 22 years before he's eligible for parole.   B.C. Supreme Court Justice Miriam Gropper told Andrew Berry that he committed heinous crimes against his daughters as she sentenced him today in Victoria.   A jury convicted Berry of second-degree murder in September in the violent deaths of his daughters, Aubrey and Chloe Berry. Second-degree murder brings an automatic life sentence but Gropper had to determine Berry's parole eligibility.Gropper says Berry will serve the sentences concurrently.   The trial heard each girl had been stabbed dozens of times and Berry was found naked and unconscious in the bathtub of his Oak Bay apartment suffering from stab wounds to his neck and throat. The tragic deaths of Audrey and Chloe Berry have put the issue of child custody agreements under the microscope. According to the girls' mother, Sarah Cotton, Berry had been physically, verbally and emotionally violent during their common-law union. In her statement after the sentencing, Cotton stated that the legal system is an “incredibly acrimonious system and one that favours equal parenting time over the safety and wellbeing of the child.” Cotton also called for changes to be made to the “legislation governing divorce and separation, mediation, parenting time and access to children.”  Our next guest is Angela Marie MacDougall, Executive Director of the Battered Women's Support Services, and she believes that more training is needed to help judges understand the warning signs of family violence.   Guest: Angela Marie MacDougall Executive Director of the Battered Women's Support Services

A father who killed his four- and six-year-old daughters on Christmas Day in 2017 will have to serve 22 years before he's eligible for parole.   B.C. Supreme Court Justice Miriam Gropper told Andrew Berry that he committed heinous crimes against his daughters as she sentenced him today in Victoria.   A jury convicted Berry of second-degree murder in September in the violent deaths of his daughters, Aubrey and Chloe Berry. Second-degree murder brings an automatic life sentence but Gropper had to determine Berry's parole eligibility.Gropper says Berry will serve the sentences concurrently.   The trial heard each girl had been stabbed dozens of times and Berry was found naked and unconscious in the bathtub of his Oak Bay apartment suffering from stab wounds to his neck and throat.   The tragic deaths of Audrey and Chloe Berry have put the issue of child custody agreements under the microscope. According to the girls' mother, Sarah Cotton, Berry had been physically, verbally and emotionally violent during their common-law union. In her statement after the sentencing, Cotton stated that the legal system is an “incredibly acrimonious system and one that favours equal parenting time over the safety and wellbeing of the child.” Cotton also called for changes to be made to the “legislation governing divorce and separation, mediation, parenting time and access to children.”    Dr. Lori Chamber is the Chair of women's studies at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay and one of the authors of the paper entitled, “Paternal Filicide and Coercive Control: Reviewing the Evidence in Cotton v Berry”.  She joins us now to discuss what the legal system should takeaway from this tragic case…   Guest: Dr. Lori Chambers  Chair of women's studies at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay Co-author of the paper entitled, “Paternal Filicide and Coercive Control: Reviewing the Evidence in Cotton v Berry”

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A sentencing hearing is underway today for Andrew Berry. He's the Oak Bay man who stabbed to death his two young daughters in his apartment on Christmas Day two years ago. Back in September he was convicted of second degree murder in the deaths of 6-year-old Chloe and 4-year-old Aubrey. The sentencing hearing will include victim impact statements read by several family and friends and the hearing expected to last 4 days. He faces life in prison so what is still be determined is how many years he will have to serve before becoming eligible for parole. Our Richard Zussman was in court to hear the arguments lawyers are making to the judge. He joins me now to bring me the details.   Guest: Richard Zussman Global News Online Legislative Reporter

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The man accused of murdering his two young daughters in his Oak Bay home on Christmas Day 2017 says someone broke into his apartment and stabbed him. Andrew Berry continues his tearful testimony at BC Supreme Court. Berry  recalling the moments he was taken to hospital after he realized his daughters Aubrey and Chloe were dead. When asked if he tried to commit suicide Christmas Day, he said no "it's all wrong."  The testimony continues with photo evidence of the crime scene, many people looking away, in tears. Defence says Berry was in debt to loan sharks. Defence suggesting loan sharks are to blame for the deaths.   Guest: Erin Ubels Global News Reporter outside the BC Supreme Court