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VIDEO: Overview of the new artwork at SEAPARC
Have you seen the new artwork that graces the entrance at SEAPARC on Phillips Road in Sooke? The unveiling happened at 1:00 in the afternoon on a work day (Thursday July 20), so many may have missed the ceremony. But … Continue reading →
Music series kicks off at the Sooke Harbour House this Sunday
–Sooke Harbour House media release Sooke Harbour House will be kicking of their music series this Sunday. Don’t miss the fun on Sunday with Jamshed. This local quartet, featuring musicians from our partners The Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra, will be playing a … Continue reading →
Pay it forward by nominating a #Sooke business
Giving back by letting you pay it forward Your Perfect Gift wants to thank all their wonderful customers by allowing them, in turn, to thank all the wonderful businesses that make up this community! Your Perfect Gift is hosting a … Continue reading →
Premier Horgan sets out his priorities
Premier John Horgan has set out his priorities for a better B.C. in mandate letters to each of his cabinet ministers. These letters were released publicly yesterday (Monday, July 24, 2017). “Under the Liberal government, families were ignored and left … Continue reading →
New B.C. government commits to fix ICBC to protect British Columbians
Today, Attorney General and Minister Responsible for ICBC David Eby said that the provincial government is committed to fixing systemic financial problems at ICBC to make life more affordable for British Columbians. As one of his first actions as minister … Continue reading →
The average BC driver will pay $1,970 by 2019 to prevent further ICBC financial losses
Unless something significant is done, the average driver will have annual ICBC annual premium (Basic and Optional) auto insurance payments of almost $2,000 by 2019. This represents an increase of 30% over today’s rates. In 2016, Todd Stone requested an independent … Continue reading →
Bike Repair Cafe (by donation) coming to The Stick at summer’s end
The Stick In The Mud Coffee House just announced on Facebook they are planning a Bike Repair cafe day, sometime at the end of summer. “Bring in your ‘needing attention’ bicycles and the will have a bike mechanic in the courtyard doing basics,” … Continue reading →
Self-reported sexual assault in Canada, 2014
Highlights from the new Juristat article released on July 11, 2017, “Self-reported sexual assault in Canada, 2014.” According to the General Social Survey on Canadians’ Safety (Victimization), there were 22 incidents of sexual assault for every 1,000 Canadians aged 15 and older in 2014. … Continue reading →
Stool transplant doctor wins research funding award
Island Health’s Dr. Christine Lee is the recipient of a 2017 Health Professional-Investigator Award. The award, through the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research (MSFHR), is designed to decrease the gap between health research and implementation by supporting health professionals … Continue reading →
SAR Station 37 called to escort Tribal Journey First Nations canoe into Sooke
“RCMSAR Station Sooke requested by Coast Guard to escort the Tribal Journey First Nations canoe into Sooke this afternoon. They travelled from Port Renfrew to Sooke this morning with a safety vessel. The journey took only 7 hours with a flood … Continue reading →
Sooke Fine Arts Show teaser: Here’s what you can expect at this year’s show
The excitement and anticipation is building as Vancouver Island’s Premier Arts Event, the Sooke Fine Arts Show, prepares to open the doors to over 8,000 visitors on its 31st anniversary. Jurors, Richard Hunt, Carol Koebbeman and Jock Hildebrand, all professional … Continue reading →
Otter Point adds crew to the interior wildfire roster
Otter Point Volunteer Fire Department posted the following on their Facebook page today. To follow them directly, click their post below. “Well wishes to the members of the relief crew from Otter Point (Alastair Davy-Saxl), Sooke (Jason Dixon, Neil Frelick), … Continue reading →
Life Hacks and Coping Skills: Boost progress with your diet goals
-by Alanda Carver, Teacher of Kundalini Yoga: A Practice for Spiritual Warriors Activate your metabolism This week’s Life Hack coping skill is for activating your metabolism so you can boost progress with your diet goals. There is a breath practice that … Continue reading →
Meanwhile in Sooke: July 16-22, 2017
The following photos come from the Facebook page, Meanwhile in Sooke, a page operated by Benjamin Kendrick and populated by the good residents of Sooke. Visit his online store here. These are the photos from this past week. Enjoy! Last 10 Meanwhile … Continue reading →
Gallery: Sooke showcases some incredible vintage vehicles at this year’s Show and Shine
This year’s Show and Shine is on right now at the Sooke River Campground. Here are a few photos from this morning. Breathtaking shine, fabulous show. Do NOT miss out! The annual Swap & Shop & Car Show 2017 is revving their … Continue reading →
SCAM Reminder: CRA does not do transactions with links!
“Hi everyone, it’s Amanda here. Take a look at this scam email I received the other day. Remember that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will not send you an email with a link and ask you to divulge personal or … Continue reading →
#Sooke fire fighters will wash your car, fundraiser for #BCWildfire
This is on right now, Saturday July 22, 2017, at the Sooke Elementary parking lot on 6560 Sooke Rd. Getting my car washed by Sooke Fire Dept @fdbsooke by donation for #bcwildfire victims. Stop by & see them @ Sooke … Continue reading →
LETTER: With municipal elections just over a year away, it’s time to get involved and informed
-from Mark Whiteson October 20, 2018 is the date of the next local elections. Everyone, literally everyone, has an opinion on Trump and Trudeau. These two, and notably the former, have little or no real impact on our daily lives … Continue reading →
#bchwy14 Accident on the four lanes, detour using Kangaroo or Gillespie – UPDATE: NOW OPEN
FINAL UPDATE FROM DRIVE BC: “Road reopened 8.1 km west of Langford. Updated on Sat Jul 22 at 1:13 pm PDT.” We are receiving reader reports about a two vehicle crash on the Sooke-a-halla (Highway 14 at the four lanes). … Continue reading →
VicPD seek public assistance identifying armed robbery suspects fleeing on motorbike
An image of the suspects in yesterday’s armed robbery of a jewelry business in the 600-block of Fort Street is being released by investigators. Officers were called to the 600-block of Fort Street yesterday at around 4:35 p.m. for a … Continue reading →
Sooke, In OTHER News (via Google Search)
- Sookapalooza return to Sooke this Saturday - Goldstream News Gazette (registration)
- Unorthodox backyard adventure: Front-country bikepacking in the Sooke Hills - Dirt Rag (blog)
- Sooke to hold community forum on overdose prevention - Saanich News
- Crash closes Sooke Road in both directions - Times Colonist
- Sooke rejects proposed cellphone tower - Times Colonist
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- 'It's weird and alien and bizarre:' exhibit showcases steel sculpture - CBC.ca
- Road closure, brush fire close to home for premier-designate - CBC.ca
- Bear sightings surge in Vancouver Island communities - CBC.ca
- 1 home destroyed in Vancouver Island wildfire - CBC.ca
- 22-year-old university student elected chair of Sooke School District - CBC.ca
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- Sookapalooza return to Sooke this Saturday - Goldstream News Gazette (registration)
- Big projects planned for Edward Milne school - Goldstream News ... - Goldstream News Gazette (registration)
- Unorthodox backyard adventure: Front-country bikepacking in the Sooke Hills - Dirt Rag (blog)
- Sooke to hold community forum on overdose prevention - Saanich News
- EDITORIAL: Now is the time for improvements to Sooke Road - Goldstream News Gazette (registration)
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