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Brunch, but make it Italian. 🇮🇹🍹
Pineapple mimosas, antipasto, tuna & venison bennies, Parmesan-crusted chicken, and a crepe that deserves its own moment.

@ilterrazzoristorante understood the assignment!

📍 Il Terrazzo, Waddington Alley, Victoria

Who’s coming to brunch with you? 👀
#YYJEats #VictoriaBC #VictoriaFoodie #BrunchInVictoria by @yyjbuzz

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Whether you’re bringing the family out or planning the perfect autumn date night, here are 7 pumpkin patches to check out in and around Victoria this October 🎃

Galey Farms
📍4150 Blenkinsop Road

Michell’s Farm
📍2451 Island View Road

Saanichton Corn Maze
📍7979 Central Saanich Road

Lohbrunner Community Farm
📍1152 Lippincott Road

Bickford Farms
📍7969 Wallace Drive

Dan’s Farm & Country Market
📍2030 Bear Hill Road

Silver Rill Corn
📍7117 Central Saanich Road

Read more at Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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A colourful new mural has appeared beneath Victoria’s Johnson Street Bridge, giving pedestrians a new piece of public art to admire as they wander beneath the downtown bridge. 🎨

Titled The Salish Sea Remembers, the Indigenous mural celebrates the region’s rich cultural history and the connection between the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples and the surrounding waterways.

The artwork was designed by Indigenous artist Melissa Barnhard, also known as Nawhea’mowha, and was painted by Barnhard alongside Jesse Campbell.

The Greater Victoria Harbour Authority (GVHA) recently shared photos of the completed mural, highlighting its colourful depiction of marine life and Indigenous storytelling.

Read the full story on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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A massive ocean wave is making its way toward Greater Victoria, but it’s not the kind of wave you might be imagining. 🌊

Known as a Kelvin wave, the phenomenon is expected to reach BC’s coastline around mid-October and could temporarily raise ocean levels around Greater Victoria.

Unlike a tsunami, it won’t come crashing onto shore. Instead, it causes a gradual rise in sea levels as it moves along the coastline.

Scientists say a similar wave earlier this year raised ocean levels by more than 30 centimetres in some parts of BC.

The biggest concern is if the higher water levels combine with strong winds, storms or unusually high tides, potentially increasing the risk of localized coastal flooding.

While significant impacts aren’t currently expected, residents living near the water are encouraged to keep an eye on weather conditions and tide forecasts.

For most people, the wave isn’t expected to affect daily life, but those living along low-lying coastal areas should keep an eye on changing conditions. by @yyjbuzz

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A long-running Victoria seniors’ residence says it could be forced to close within the next year unless it can secure roughly $200,000 in additional funding and donations.

The Glenshiel Housing Society, located at 606 Douglas Street near Beacon Hill Park, currently provides housing for 64 seniors, many of whom live on limited incomes.

In an email, executive director Melanie MacLeod told Victoria Buzz the financial pressure facing the non-profit is immediate.

“We risk closing within a year if we cannot find an uplift in donations or funding at this time,” MacLeod said.

The organization is hoping to raise approximately $200,000 to get its accounts into good standing and help maintain operations.

Without additional support, MacLeod estimates The Glenshiel could continue operating for approximately eight months to one year.

The society has already reduced some services and laid off staff as it tries to control costs.

Read the full article on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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Victoria’s most popular sandwich pop-up finally has a permanent home in Quadra Village. 🥪

Last Friday, October 2nd, Hero Sandwich Bar quietly opened its doors to the public after months of preparing its new brick-and-mortar location at 1002 Hillside Avenue, the former home of Gigi’s Cafe.

Julie Gauthier, owner and operator of Hero, says the support she received during her opening weekend was nerve-racking but also exciting, as she sold out on both Saturday and Sunday.

Read the full article on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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For many, finding a cat while out on a walk can be the highlight of the excursion. 🐈

A Victoria-based couple is aiming to harness that positive energy and whimsy through a homemade app, turning it into a community building exercise.

The app is called Chonk Finder, and allows users to document cats they find, taking their picture and turning them into cards on the app.

Cats, or “chonks,” as the app calls them, will then show up for other users, who can find them and add them to their collection.

Read the full article on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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Here’s where you can get Thanksgiving dinner cooked for you in and around Victoria this weekend 🦃

@eat10acres
10 Acres is offering Thanksgiving dinner at both of their locations in downtown Victoria—10 Acres Bistro and 10 Acres Commons— as well as The Pier in Sidney.

@vista_18
Vista 18 on the 18th floor of the Chateau Victoria will be offering Thanksgiving with a view.

@lurevictoria
LURE Restaurant & Bar will offer a spin on the traditional Thanksgiving dinner, with their roasted turkey roulade benedict!

Arbutus Room
From 5 p.m. to close on October 11th and 12th, The Arbutus Room will host a family-friendly Thanksgiving celebration.

@aegirroom
On Thanksgiving Sunday, the Aegir room will be serving up a feast.

@fathom.victoria
Leave the cooking and cleanup to Fathom, where they’ll be serving up a Thanksgiving feast from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on October 11th and 12th.

@oaksrestaurant
In Oak Bay, The Oaks will be hosting Thanksgiving dinner on Sunday, October 11th and Monday, October 12th.

@thedickenspub
Dickens Pub will be offering a $39.95 three-course turkey dinner, complete with turkey, ham, buttery garlic mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts, roasted maple glazed root vegetables and savoury red wine turkey gravy.

@fireside_grill_victoria
Fireside Grill will be hosting Thanksgiving dinner from 4 p.m. onward on Saturday, October 10th and Sunday, October 11th.

@jamesbayinnpub
In James Bay, the historic James Bay Inn will be offering Thanksgiving meals on Saturday and Sunday.

Chef on the Run
Prefer eating Thanksgiving dinner around the table at home?
Chef on the Run is offering takeaway Thanksgiving dinners for $25 per person, so you can still enjoy the conversation around the dinner table without the crowds.

Head to Victoria Buzz website for more spots or comment below if you’ll be offering a Thanksgiving dinner!

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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12 things to do in and around Victoria this Thanksgiving long weekend – October 9th to 12th

ALL WEEKEND
Victoria International Jewish Film Festival
📍The Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
🗓 Saturday, October 10th – 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m.
🗓 Sunday, October 11th – 3:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Harvest Market at Bilston Creek Farm
📍Bilston Creek Farm, 4185 Metchosin Road
🗓 Friday, October 9th to Monday, October 12th – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SATURDAY
Pumpkin Patch by Together Market at Da Vinci Centre
📍Da Vinci Centre, 195 Bay Street
🗓 Saturday, October 10th – 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Queer Community Soup Dinner at Oaklands Community Centre
📍Oaklands Community Centre, 2827 Belmont Avenue
🗓 Saturday, October 10th – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Talel McBriar and Sofia Miller at Cinderbloc Studios
📍Cinderbloc Studios, 602-D Esquimalt Road
🗓 Saturday, October 10th – 7 p.m.

Culture Clash: Afro-Caribbean Riddim at Studio 919
📍Studio 919, 919 Douglas Street
🗓 Saturday, October 10th – 10 p.m.

SUNDAY
October Orchard market at Junction Orchard & Cidery
📍Junction Orchard & Cidery, 273 Prospect Lake Road
🗓 Sunday, October 11th – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Harvest Festival: Farmers of Early Victoria at Ross Bay Cemetery
📍Ross Bay Cemetery, 1495 Fairfield Road
🗓 Sunday, October 11th – 2 p.m.

Pacific FC versus Atletico Ottawa
📍Royal Athletic Park, 1014 Caledonia Avenue
🗓 Sunday, October 11th – 4 p.m.

Forming, Ghost Pipe and PINDN at Brass Monkey Taproom
📍Brass Monkey Taproom, 350b Bay Street
🗓 Sunday, October 11th – 8 p.m.

Fright Fest: The Fly at the Vic Theatre
📍The Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street
🗓 Sunday, October 11th – 7:30 p.m.

MONDAY
Jawbreaker film screening at Little Fernwood
📍Paul Philips Hall, 1923 Fernwood Road
🗓 Monday, October 12th – 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Read the full list of 21 things to do this weekend on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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What’s better than supporting local businesses in Victoria? Getting rewarded while you do it! ☕️

Residents can support local cafes, reduce waste and win prizes all at the same time this October as the City of Victoria’s reuse stamp card contest returns for its third year.

The campaign runs throughout October and encourages residents to bring a reusable cup when purchasing beverages at participating cafes throughout Victoria.

More than 35 local businesses are taking part, with prizes up for grabs including a custom bike from Recyclistas, spa passes from Destination Greater Victoria, gift cards from the Downtown Victoria Business Association, and various zero-waste prize packs.

To take part, residents can pick up the wallet-sized stamp card from a participating businessor from City Hall.

Each time you use a reusable cup at one of the contest locations during October, you’ll get a stamp, counting as one entry into the prize draw.

The more stamps you collect will increase the chances of winning, so make sure to keep those London Fogs coming!

Read the full story on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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Victoria has been recognized by a notable tourism industry index as the world’s best small city for sustainable tourism. ♻️

The Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Index recently ranked Victoria as the number one city overall with a population less than 200,000 for sustainable tourism.

The runners-up to Victoria were Kerry, Ireland in second place and Luzern, Switzerland in third.

Garden city also ranked 15th overall on the GDS Top 40 Sustainable Cities list, breaking into the organization’s top 20 for the first time.

Read the full story on Victoria Buzz

#victoriabuzz #yyjbuzz by @yyjbuzz

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So many creepy cute things! 👻🎀

And yes…I bought the adorable wizard frog 😌 his name is Jerald Mordecai Draconis the keeper of the moon stone!

📍Crafts From The Crypt Fair @craftsfromthecryptfair

#victoriabc #yyj #yyjevents #explorevictoriabc #exploreyyj by @yyjbuzz

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