Downtown Victoria: Support Local Business

Eating well is another very popular New Year’s Resolution. People want to feel good and eating well is a huge part of that. Food is our fuel and when we eat well, our systems run smoother, better, and for longer. Check out our new blog post (link in bio!) where we have put together a list of some fantastic downtown restaurants with healthy menu options, including @belovevictoria. They are a vegetarian restaurant, offering plant-based organic cuisine to support mind and body health, located on Blanshard Street. - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #yyjeats #yyjfood #yyjfoodie #healthyeating #healthyfood #eatingwell #yyjbusiness #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #eatlocal #buylocal

Dine Around & Stay in Town Victoria starts today! This is one of Victoria’s favourite food festivals from @tourismvictoriabc and @bcrfa, with restaurants offering set three-course menus at deliciously low prices. Consider making a night (or a weekend) of it and book a stay at a participating downtown hotel at a fantastic rate! @lurevictoria is located in @deltavictoria and has $40 and $50 menus full of culinary delights! With amazing patio views of the Inner Harbour, you will not want to miss out on this opportunity! For more information about Dine Around and the participating restaurants and hotels, check out our new blog post (link in bio!) - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #victoriabc #dinearoundvictoria #yyjeats #yyjdeals #yyjpatio #innerharbourvictoria #yyjfood #yyjfoodie

Looking for a new hobby? With a new year starting, we look to the future and make new goals for ourselves. We've put together some ways to help you if this is one of this year's ambitions, while also supporting local downtown businesses. It's a win-win! How about giving jewellery making a try? Whether you're interested in making earrings, necklaces, rings, or something else entirely, @argentum_jewellery_school has everything you need to get started! Check out our new blog post (link in bio!) for more ideas of hobbies to try and for information on some downtown businesses that will help you on your journey! - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #yyjbusiness #yyjhobby #yyjhobbies #newhobby #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #shoplocal #thinklocal #localbusiness #yyjjewelry

Great news! @marketcollectivebyshi is here to stay in @thebaycentre! They are an exclusively handmade store, with the vast majority of its vendors coming from within 100kms of the store - and every one of the near 80 small businesses are Canadian. From books to pottery to jewellery and more, they have something for everyone! - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #downtownvictoriabc #yyjbusiness #yyjsmallbusiness #yyjshopping #shoplocal #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #locallymade #handmadegifts

With a new year starting, we look to the future and make new goals for ourselves, such as reading more. We've put together some ways to help you if this is one of this year's ambitions, while also supporting local downtown businesses. It's a win-win! Check out our new blog post (link in bio!) for more information on our local downtown bookstores and where to start your reading journey! One such wonderful business is @bastionbooks, pictured here! They are a second-hand bookstore, which stocks both vintage and contemporary titles across a wide variety of genres. They have comfy chairs and a children’s nook and their friendly staff would love to help you unite with the perfect book. 📸: @itsathingimagery shot for our lovely friends at @thebaycentre 💕. The model is wearing @chaifashions! Please note that this photo was taken before masks were mandatory inside and you will be required to wear a face-covering when you visit Bastion Books. - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #yyjreads #yyjbooks #yyjbookstores #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #shoplocal #yyjbusiness #yyjsmallbusiness

With a new year starting, we look to the future and make new goals for ourselves, such as wanting to be more active or get in better shape. We've put together a list of some ways to help you if this is one of this year's ambitions, while also supporting local downtown businesses. It's a win-win! Check out our new blog post (link in bio!) for more information on the downtown businesses that want to help you stay active! @robinsonsvic is one of those businesses. They have been locally-owned for more than 80 years, starting in 1929 as a bicycle shop/repair. Now they have a wide selection of products to help you stay active and enjoy the beauty of the natural world. From hiking to climbing to fly fishing, they have got you covered. - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #yyjbusiness #yyjsmallbusiness #yyjfitness #stayingactive #supportsmallbusiness #supportlocal #shoplocal #yyjexercise

Great news! Our free local delivery program, Downtown Delivers, is officially extended until February 15! This program was created to encourage Victorians to support local businesses during these challenging times by offering free local delivery from participating downtown restaurants and retailers. Learn more at dvba.ca/downtowndelivers. Thank you for supporting local!