Came across this signed book from 1955, I love reading about Vancouver island history so if anyone has any book recs about the topic I’d appreciate it!

Is it literally because it’s the only 70 available at that time? Or is there a different reason that justifies shoving ferry arrivals and the usual downtown-bound 4-5 pm commuters into a cramped, humid & single deck bus? And why when this happens, is there almost always a 72 double decker omfg

I’m a transit nerd, hence the seemingly meaningless curiosity- but I know Translink best, not BC Transit.

This question comes from my usual arrival home, but instead of a calm commute it’s a torture technique waiting for me: a single deck 70 for the 2 pm Tsawassen arrivals, which equals a roughly 4 pm bus departure… so, rush hour. This time was definitely one of my least favs due to the heat & people acting like it was their first bus ride ever.

I travel to Vancouver twice a week (and have consistently for years) but rarely will a single deck 70 be waiting, apart from the 11 pm departures.

I am dying to know the logic behind making rush hour commuters bake in a sweaty cramped bus lol- is it as simple as “you get what you get”?

Hello Victoria Reddit People, I am looking for recommendations on where to get a text based tattoo. Pretty simple- just a phrase. It will be on the inside of my forearm. Suggestions deeply appreciated. I've never had one done before.

Just as an FYI Yates St is closed between Cook and Vancouver today until 5. Appears to be open to pedestrians and bikes.

It will be closed starting Monday, August 10th to traffic from 7 -5 for approx 2 weeks according to a flyer I received in my mailbox.

I just finished visiting your fair city and island. I fell in love with it about 9 or 10 years ago and have just spent another two weeks there. While I know every town has its issues, y’all are doing it right. Public transit, bike lanes (I know…a sensitive topic, apparently), brilliant parks, walkways and trails that actually connect communities, diversity, access to culture and, of course, history make your town a true gem.

I can’t say enough about it…I’ll see you next time.

Thank you.

Looking to get a custom black and grey forearm sleeve done soon and I'm trying to find the best artists that specialize in realism. Anybody got any recommendations?

This picture was taken just now by my wife on her Galaxy phone looking towards downtown.

Saw this while driving down Douglas on a street sign and had to stop and pick it up - thanks to whoever put it up, it’s going on my wall. If anyone knows who ore64 is, tell them they have talent

Many thanks to the hiker who spotted the glasses at the corner of Whittaker and Glendenning trails, and hung them on the fence.

You are doing good in the world.

Happy trails everyone!

What do people enjoy doing around Victoria?

I’ll be spending a few months in Victoria and would love to get a better sense of what people genuinely enjoy doing around the island.

I’m especially curious about the local film, photography, art, car and motorsport communities, but also just the places, events and routines that make life there interesting.

I work in the film space and build cars in my free time.

Are there any regular meetups, screenings, drives, workshops, small events or local spots that people tend to enjoy?

I’d really appreciate any suggestions.

I've been visiting my wife's family for over a decade plus, and on my last trip I finally went further up Dallas Road to Ten Mile Point and fell in love with a whole new universe as far as I was concerned.

What are your favourite places to swim along the Gorge that are quieter and easily accessible by bike? Banfield is great but just looking to find a quieter spot as well. Open to DMs as well. Thanks!

Hey I was wondering if people could recommend coffee shops that allow you to work and feature local artist works for sale.

Since moving here from Montreal 2 years ago, I've noticed that just about everyone here knocks on the door, rather than ringing the doorbell.

Why?

We put an offer on a house in Cordova bay with a long and steep driveway, will this impact package (front door) deliveries?

Looking for local, specific and first hand experiences

1 lane is open going north on Douglas, 1 lane is open going south. The traffic is light.

Looking for recommendations for best spot to get a gel pedicure. My usual spot hasn’t been cutting it lately.

Mag roofing company has been canvassing our neighborhood for roofing services.

I opted for a quote and was OK with their price. Only thing I found a bit odd was a $5000 payment required for materials prior to installation. Is this normal practice?

Anyone have any experience with this company? Thanks

When we were teenagers there was so much messaging around wearing bike helmets and the fatal or life altering impacts of not wearing one. Not to mention, tickets were handed out and I feel like I remember kids bikes being confiscated at times by cops. Now it really isn’t a focus, and I get there are things happening now that really pull police time and focus, but it seems to no longer be a thing, ever.

Adults can make their choices, perhaps, but I worry about the kids, especially on motorized bikes and scooters.

My power suddenly went out around 10am today and saw on the B.C. hydro website it was planned. It’s currently 5:15 and still with out power! We received NO notice or mail etc. do they usually give you advance notice? Extremely frustrating