Accidental deaths were a common feature of life in Victoria’s past. Some resulted from chance or fate, but most involved human error or mistaken judgments. This OCS team tour will feature sometimes gruesome stories of accidental death that received extensive […]
Mystic Poetry by Rumi, Hafiz and others Read by Judi Trost and Glen Timms Music by Douglas Galbraith This show is a fundraiser for charities to the victims of war
Immerse yourself in the raw poetic soundscape of Neil Young with Prairie Moon A Neil Young Experience. This powerful tribute captures the spirit of Young's legendary career-from the haunting beauty of "Harvest Moon" to the gritty edge of" Rockin in […]
Country-Wide Week of Action | June 1 - 7, 2026 Seniors for Climate is organizing a Canada-wide Week of Action during Environment Week, from June 1-7, with community events designed to break through the climate silence. Groups across the country […]
Come and have fun helping to remove ivy, blackberry and a few other non-native invasive plants that are smothering the park. Doing so will allow the native plants to re-establish and thrive, restoring the natural ecosystem. This is a volunteer […]
Indigenous Climate Action is holding the predatory fossil fuel industry to account for the massive environmental disaster: the tar-sands and its lies about “green oil.” Presented in partnership with Seniors for Climate Action Now. Register here
Fee: $10 Strumalong from 7pm - 9pm Song books available for purchase at the stage for $30 per book First come, first served as seats cannot be reserved. Come early for food and drink at 5:30 - support your neighbourhood […]
David Suzuki, Tara Cullis and guests discuss important opportunities for action on climate and environmental justice and share learnings from their recent Stronger Together Tour, which took them through southern Ontario to meet with grassroots groups and local leaders working on […]
Celebrating 13 Years of African Heritage, Arts & Cultures in Canada's Mosaic The countdown is over! AfriCa Fest Victoria returns for its 13th Edition from June 4–7, 2026, bringing four unforgettable days of music, culture, food, workshops, and community celebration […]
From Indigenous Climate Action, Research for the Frontlines, and UVic’s Transformative Climate Action: The first session in this series is on Campaigns, bringing together three powerful speakers: Sleydo' Molly Wickham, Jesse Stoeppler, and Tia Kennedy who will explore what land […]
As a part of Ocean Week Victoria, join us for a screening and panel discussion of Ocean with David Attenborough, June 4th 2026, at the Vic Theatre. This award-winning documentary highlights the fundamental importance of the world’s ocean, essential marine […]
Seniors for Climate Victoria presents POP-UP CLIMATE CONVERSATIONS Fri June 5, 12-4 pm on Government Street, with possible pop-ups elswhere around town The national Seniors for Climate campaign this year is Breaking the Climate Silence. Volunteer to spend an […]
Join The Centre for Earth & Spirit in collaboration with Penny Allport and Stories Told on Film for a cinematic short film unveiling a vision for Natural & Conservation Burial, followed by an interactive speakers panel with voices in land […]
Heather Ferguson and her band double down on the horns as they go back to basics - with smoulder, cool interpretations of jazz standards. The art of the ballad, vocalese and original work that draws directly from jazz greats. Joining […]
Forget what you hear in the news ... friendship is alive and well! Join Starlight Pops - Victoria's fabulous pops choir directed by Sue Doman - as we present "That's What Friends Are For!" ... a heartfelt concert celebrating the […]
Summer Social Vintage Fair and Makers Market Saturday June 6th 2026 9:00am-4:00pm Da Vinci Centre 195 Bay Street Victoria BC "Something for Everyone " $5 admission kids 12 and under free with a paid adult admission. over 70 vendors dealing […]
Come chat with our expert exhibitors who are waiting to help you navigate your unique retrofit journey to a healthier, safer and more climate-resilient home while significantly lowering your monthly energy bills! https://www.viewroyalclimatecoalition.ca/
On 6 June, the Sooke Region Museum invites you to Bound by Nature, an eco-printing workshop with fibre artist Nora Ready. This workshop is a great opportunity to learn about local plants, create a wonderful souvenir, and appreciate the beauty […]
The New Forest Act Roadshow is a series of public presentations across British Columbia explaining what the New Forest Act is, why BC’s current forestry system is failing, and what a workable legislative solution looks like. That solution is the […]
Heather Ferguson brings her smouldering vocals with original songs from her acclaimed album “FOUND,” and reimagined jazz standards. Joined by some of Victoria’s finest musicians, she showcases intimate, story-rich songs that feel both sophisticated and warmly inviting. Critics have praised […]
As part of our exciting lineup of Ocean Week events, we’re thrilled to invite you to our Saltwater Tongues event series, a creative community gathering where poetry meets environmental justice. Last year, we heard stunning poems about marine mammals, bull […]
The 2026 Celebrating Gaia series continues with Joseph Haydn’s The Seasons, performed by the Victoria Philharmonic Choir, conducted by Peter Butterfield, with orchestra and soloists: soprano Jennifer Turner, tenor Isaiah Bell, and bass-baritone Stephen Hegedus at 7:30 pm Saturday, June 6th at Christ Church Cathedral, 930 Burdett St. This concert […]
Join Mer Tales Ocean Journeys and South Island SUP for guided stand-up paddleboard tours of rocky intertidal zones and kelp forests. Discover the incredible connections between land and sea while paddling through one of our most vibrant coastal ecosystems. Paddleboards, […]
Enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the Orchard learning to make your own stamps and decorating a tote bag with the designs you create Workshop Description Come out and enjoy a morning of art in the Orchard! This workshop will walk […]
Join us for a new tour of this 1932 lawn cemetery where many notable people are buried. Originally known as The Colwood Burial Park or The Colwood Cemetery, it is privately owned and operated by Arbor Memorial, a Canadian company. […]
Forget what you hear in the news ... friendship is alive and well! Join Starlight Pops - Victoria's fabulous pops choir directed by Sue Doman - as we present "That's What Friends Are For!" ... a heartfelt concert celebrating the […]
Over five days, explore the complex, layered and sometimes messy relationships that characterize urban ecologies through drawing, photography and field notes. Using the City of Victoria as a laboratory, you will explore the ecological and social relations between multi-species inhabitants […]
With her book Finding the Mother Tree, Suzanne Simard changed how people view trees and their connections to one another and to other living things in the forest. Now, with her new book When the Forest Breathes, she uncovers the […]
The Canadian Club of Victoria features speaker Sandra Richardson, CEO of the Victoria Foundation, which is celebrating its 90th anniversary and Sandra is retiring this year. Tuesday, June 9th 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM at The Hotel Grand Pacific Register by June 5, thecanadianclubofvictoria.com […]
Seniors for Climate South Okanagan - Climate Cafe for Seniors Week and Canada Environment Week We will have open conversations about some of the questions regarding our changing world. It is hoped that through the process offered folks will come […]
Join us every month for an Indigenous craft workshop led by the team at the Oasis Society. Once a month, Luther Court Society hosts the team from the Oasis Society to lead an Indigenous craft workshop for our residents and […]
Do some Canadians really believe climate change is a hoax? It’s hard to believe, but in 2025 this was a legitimate question for up to 34 per cent of Canadians. It’s a deeply worrying trend that speaks to shifting national […]
If you enjoy uplifting and inspiring poetry then you’ll feel right at home here! We meet at 7 PM for 90 minutes in the Grace Lutheran Church, 1273 Fort St., on the 2 nd Thursday of every month. We reflect […]
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Inspired by their own adventures in retirement, i.e. "how to get a life post-career", Sara Partridge, Susan Smitten and Jim Hill get personal - and punchy - as they sing their way through the ups and the downs of aging […]
Zero Waste Sooke returns to the Sooke Region Museum for the second of this spring’s reskilling workshops. If you’re tired of throwing out clothes as soon as they wear out, both you and the planet will benefit from this workshop. […]
Upcoming Workshop for 2026 https://sookeregionmuseum.ca/workshop MEND IT! Reskilling Workshop with Zero Waste Sooke Saturday 13 Jun | 10:00am-1:00pm | $15/person Workshops are located at the Sooke Region Museum at 2070 Phillips Rd, Sooke, BC. Please check the Zero Waste Sooke […]
We are doing a thing and continuing a Fernwood tradition*•+ Steph @owldesignerfair + Marcy @thefernwoodmakersparty are teaming up to host the STREET MARKET on Gladstone Ave. between the end of Gladstone Ave. by Fernwood square to the Fernwood Community Centre […]
Community Led FernFest ______ Saturday JUNE 13th Noon - 10pm Between Fernwood Square to The Fernwood Community Centre to the Fernwood Skate Park and Stevenson Memorial Park A neighbourhood celebration of 100+ local artisans, live music, delicious food, beer truck, […]
Join Victoria Hospice on Sunday, June 14, 2026 for this much loved annual garden tour. Discover an inspiring collection of cottage gardens, serene Zen retreats, creative backyard transformations, and beautifully designed spaces, bursting with ideas to take home. This year’s […]
We are back for some summer fun and once again are teaming with the best crew from Wheelies to bring you makers, brunch, bikes and beers! Come for a fun time and check out handmade and vintage vendors while soaking […]
VicWest Coolkit and Parents 4 climate volunteers have been working very hard to bring the first Sustainable Home and Garden Tour to VicWest! We are so excited! It will be walkable and self lead. Family Friendly. Prizes to be won […]
The allure of gold attracted adventurous young Jewish men to seek their fortune in B.C. Having honed their business expertise with gold rushes in California, they brought their expertise north and became a vital part of the frontier. Amber Woods, […]
Two time Juno award and American Music Award winner singer songwriter Alfie Zappacosta delivers a performance like no other. A sophisticated musician with international poise Alfie sings in both English and Italian; studied in jazz and classical guitar. He is […]
Return of the Great Bear: Extended & Doubled – Your Impact Just Grew! Earth Endeavours is thrilled to announce a significant evolution in our partnership with the non-profit Pacific Wild. The special fundraising edition of BEJournal, originally scheduled to conclude […]
Come and have fun helping to remove ivy, blackberry and a few other non-native invasive plants that are smothering the park. Doing so will allow the native plants to re-establish and thrive, restoring the natural ecosystem. This is a volunteer […]
Come join a community of parents leading climate action in their school communities! We will be joined by Jackie McVicar, Atlantic Canada Organizer with For Our Kids, to talk about extreme heat in schools and the For Our Kids “Hot […]
VSHA Speaker Series Free* And Open To All! Wednesday, Jun 17, 2026 - 7:00-8:30 pm Cook Street Activity Center 380 Cook St. (Cook St. Village), Victoria Street Parking Please Enter By The Side Entrance Coffee/Tea nearby at The Mocha House […]
Thursday, June 18, 2026 2 p.m. PDT Virtual via Zoom Each year, DarkSky's Artificial Light at Night: State of the Science report brings together the latest research on light pollution and its impacts on people, wildlife, ecosystems, and the night […]
This year we're celebrating National Indigenous People's day at the VNFC! Join our community from 11am-3pm for an afternoon of culture, connection and celebration. Everyone welcome! Activities include an Indigenous Artisan Market, food and ice cream, Tipi Teachings and Lahal, […]
Program Name: CELEBRATION in a TIME of QUESTIONS! Facilitators: Carol Kilby & Stephen Martin Special guest: Green Spirit Publishers Dates: Friday, June 19th, 2026 Time: 10 PM PT | 1 PM ET | 6 PM London UK Cost: FREE Location: […]
Summer classes at HCP begin on Saturday June 20 (Pollinator Day at HCP) with a Yoga in the Garden Solstice Celebration, a free Pollinator Garden Design class and bee-tour in the garden with Emony Nicholls, and a workshop in harvesting strong natural fibres from invasive blackberry for […]
Vintage Fair and Makers Market 2039 Oak Bay Ave Saturday June 20th 9am-4pm Lazy Susan's store outside driveway and courtyard, rain or shine, multiple vendors dealing in Vintage, Retro, Collectibles, Clothing, Mid Century Modern, Antiques, Clothing, Arts, Crafts, Handmade items, […]
The Repair Café features “Fixers”, local residents with a knack for repairing who are willing to lend their knowledge and show fellow citizens how to carry out repairs. It’s a fun, collaborative environment and all are welcome. You can bring […]
The Westshore Garden Tour returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, offering a beautiful and inspiring self-guided experience through six unique private gardens across the Westshore community. Presented by Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore Society, this annual event celebrates gardening, creativity, […]
The Westshore Garden Tour returns on Saturday, June 20, 2026, offering a beautiful and inspiring self-guided experience through six unique private gardens across the Westshore community. Presented by Soroptimist International of Victoria Westshore Society, this annual event celebrates gardening, creativity, […]
Join us for a magick-filled summer market featuring talented witches, makers & mystics! 2026 CEDAR SUMMER WITCHES MARKETSaturday, June 20 & Sunday, June 21, 2026 (10am to 4pm) Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28, 2026 (10am to 4pm)Cedar Community […]
The Victoria Transit Riders’ Union has some exciting events coming up this summer as we organize for free and excellent transit: In preparation for Pride, we are hosting an art day on Saturday, June 20 at 1PM at NeighbourSpace. We’ll […]
Acclaimed pianist and composer Brent Alan Huffman is coming to Salt Spring! Brent creates original live piano music in the moment, transmitted directly to you through headphones. As you nestle into the peaceful surroundings of the Blackburn meadow, or stroll […]
From Snaw-na-wa First Nation, we welcome Tsumqwatun as our special guest speaker at our regular Sunday Morning Spiritual gathering. You will be inspired by the journey of this Indigenous Man, Father and Scholar/Teacher of the Hul'q'mi'num' language. Enjoy uplifting music […]
Join us on National Indigenous Peoples Day at the Victoria Conservatory of Music for workshops celebrating music, creativity and community. Learn an ancestral song, Métis jigging, youth Bone Game, beat and lyric cypher, and music videos from Craigflower Elementary and […]
Canada’s National Indigenous Peoples’ Day honours and celebrates First Nations, Inuit, and Métis pasts, presents, and futures. A team of OCS presenters will visit the graves of First Nations and Métis people, some resting here on their traditional territories and […]
oin us for a big event! Elders for Ancient Trees is excited to partner with Broad View United Church to sponsor the Victoria leg of the New Forest Act Roadshow. The June tour includes events in 11 communities (Golden, Nelson, Trail, 100 Mile House, […]
Jennifer Houghton, Campaign Director of the New Forest Act initiative, will present a practical, citizen-developed proposal to replace B.C.’s current forestry framework. The New Forest Act is focused on protecting watersheds, restoring damaged landscapes, and supporting long-term economic stability. Co-sponsored […]
This month is the fifth anniversary of the deadly 2021 Heat Dome. Here in Victoria there will be a Commemoration event on Sunday, June 28th beginning at 2 p.m. at the breakwater at Ogden Point. This event is also the […]
Where’s the bus? For many people, it’s hard to get around BC by public transit. There’s a bewildering mix of public, private, health and community services, no integrated timetable, and often no service at all. What’s to be done? Learn first-hand […]
Join us for the June instalment of our Climate Cafe - an open, supportive space for processing emotions related to environmental crises. Facilitated by For Our Kids staff members, Climate Cafes can be powerful experiences of community and connection. Learn more
Toxic Trivia Party! Have a Beer, Munch on Snacks, and Talk Climate with new friends and connect with your neighbours. Penticton is teeming with ideas about how to plan for a better future. Youth over 12 are welcome until 9PM. […]
The federal government's recent MOU with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith opens the door to a new tar sands pipeline and signals a dangerous rollback of climate commitments and environmental protections. With plans for a west coast pipeline route potentially moving […]
The Canadian government’s latest Pipeline MOU with Alberta is the final nail in the coffin for Canada’s climate policy. It’s time to rise up and stop Big Oil from winning everything on their wishlist. On June 25th, join us for […]
Join us for a magick-filled summer market featuring talented witches, makers & mystics! 2026 CEDAR SUMMER WITCHES MARKETSaturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28, 2026 (10am to 4pm)Cedar Community Hall, 2388 Cedar Road, NanaimoFree Admission! Witchy Swag Bags First 30 […]
Get ready to sail into the sunset dressed all in white for the ultimate chill boat party vibes. Step aboard Pacific Explorer for Victoria’s most exclusive summer experience. Join us on Saturday, June 27 for the All White Sunset Cruise, […]
Take a break from your phone & laptop and Connect. Meet up with a friend you've been wanting to catch up with.. or come solo & meet new friends! We are a friendly bunch! This is our first OUTDOOR unplugged […]
Date: June 27 Time: 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM Location: The Sanctuary, 111 Superior Street, Victoria BC Tickets: $35 Some events feel different. This is one of them. In 2019, we lost our sweet Lexi. One of […]
3rd annual Victoria Italian Day! Sunday June 28, 12-5pm Experience Italian culture, music, food, gelato, beer and wine garden, cars and more! Join us for this FREE family friendly event at 195 Bay Street, Victoria BC at the Leonardo da […]
On the 5 year anniversary of the heat dome, join the BC Heat Collaborative and Seniors for Climate South Okanagan in commemoration of the over 600 people who died and to demand municipalities and the BC government ensure heat safety […]
Continuing the investigation that led to the “Detecting Queer Lives” tour from 2025, OCS member Tim Fitzthum will present this new tour that uncovers stories of individuals who were queer or likely queer during a time when sexual orientation was […]
Continuing the investigation that led to the “Detecting Queer Lives” tour from 2025, OCS member Tim Fitzthum will present this new tour that uncovers stories of individuals who were queer or likely queer during a time when sexual orientation was […]
An Evening of Jazz featuring: Pablo Cardenas & His Band - CUBAN PIANIST · COMPOSER Diane Pancel - CABARET STAR · RECORDING ARTIST Leif Bradshaw - VOCALIST · MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST Plus a silent auction This fundraiser is being held to aid […]
Sing your heart out with the Gay4Choir Pride Festival Chorus! Join our sonic queer community for 5 weekly rehearsals culminating in a joyful performance at the Victoria Pride Festival on July 12th. What to expect: 5 weekly rehearsals starting Monday […]
The Victoria Arion Male Choir: Tradition and Community About the Choir The Victoria Arion Male Choir represents one of the newest additions to the vibrant choral scene in Victoria, BC. Formed in the summer of 2018, the choir is the […]
Canada's last election pushed us closer than ever to a two-party system. If we want better choices at the ballot box, fair results, and more cooperative politics, we need proportional representation. It's up to us to keep building the movement […]
Are you a young person (18 - 30) concerned about climate change? Are you seeking a community in which to express these thoughts and feelings? Join Creating Climate Resilience for a free Tuesday evening workshop series utilizing artmaking and dialogue […]
Celebrate Canada Day at one of Greater Victoria’s favourite community traditions! The Gorge Canada Day Picnic returns on July 1 along the beautiful Gorge Waterway, transforming Gorge Road West into a vibrant, traffic-free festival filled with family fun, live entertainment, […]
Planning your Canada Day festivities? Look no further! Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites have a day packed with historic weapons demonstrations, interactive community booths, and summer heritage and nature programs. Enjoy the specially crafted ice cream […]
As the environmental crisis accelerates, artists around the world are responding with urgency, insight and vision. Future Geographies: Art in the Century of Climate Change is the first major exhibition in Canada to examine the intersection of the climate crisis […]
Join us for a special screening of Story Pole: Indigenous Veterans and the Tallest Pole in the World, followed by a moderated Q AND A with director Dr. Geoffrey Bird, Mavis Underwood and Bradley Dick. Guided by First Nations Elders, […]
Local group Straight Cold Players bring their special blend of soul with a jazzy flair and Brazilian spice to the Mint Restaurant in downtown Victoria. Doors open at 6pm, live music starts at 7pm.
Join us on Friday, July 3, to enjoy a live performance at our open-air stage. Summer concerts are included with admission or a 12 Month Pass. Come sit on a bench, or bring a blanket and sit on the lawn. […]
"Journey back in time at Ross Bay Villa Historic House Museum, a volunteer-led museum and restoration project located in Fairfield. On Thursdays and Fridays at 11AM and 1PM, or Saturdays at 2PM, walk down the path past heritage apple […]
Saturday, July 4, 2026 marks the 7th annual Urban Arts Tour! This annual self-guided event brings together local artists and garden hosts to celebrate creativity, community, and the beauty of Esquimalt’s outdoor spaces. Wander through neighbourhood gardens and discover original art in […]
Presented by St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church’s Music Outreach program on July 5th in the Sanctuary at 2 PM. Donations are appreciated, and support our music program, and our musicians! Quartet Fest West is one of the finest chamber music programs […]
Did you know that 76 “residents” of Ross Bay Cemetery have qualified for entries in the Dictionary of Canadian Biography (DCB)? This ongoing scholarly project has profiled more than 9,000 Canadians who died before 1940 and whose lives had “national […]
Did you know that 76 “residents” of RBC have qualified for entries in the Dictionary of Canadian Biography (DCB)? This ongoing scholarly project has profiled more than 9,000 Canadians who died before 1940 and whose lives had “national historic significance.” […]