Jeff’s New Year and New Decade Notes
Happy New Year! It’s time for an overview of 2019’s downtown business highs and lows, and thoughts on this new year and new decade with our Executive Director, Jeff Bray.
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Destination Victoria’s Favourite Photos of 2019
Repost from Destination Victoria's annual photo blog—Stunning shots of our beautiful city!
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Holiday reminder from VicPD
Repost from VicPD on how to make sure your season is the best!
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Small Business Spotlight: Avalon Books
Read about Debra Thomlinson, manager of Avalon Books in Market Square.
Calling all Festive Volunteers!
Here are a few volunteer opportunities over the next five weeks! From Lights of Wonder Greeters to Gingerbread Ambassadors, there's something for everyone.
Indigenous Inspiration Downtown
A brief walking tour of downtown Victoria Indigenous exhibits and shops.
Jeff’s Column: Lights of Wonder connects with community
For the first-ever Lights of Wonder at Centennial Square, the Downtown Victoria Business Association is partnering with four social organizations to support the work they do in our community. While entry to our holiday extravaganza is free, donations will be…
Small Biz Spotlight: Sherwood Cafe & Bar
Meet Shane, owner of Sherwood. Sherwood is a noon to night bar and community meeting place.
Small Biz Spotlight: Garden of Eden
Meet Christine, owner of Garden of Eden. Christine offers the widest selection of masks, costumes, and wigs on Vancouver Island.
Small Biz Spotlight: Venus Sophia
Meet Sallie, owner of Venus Sophia. Sallie serves specialty vegetarian high tea.
Small Biz Spotlight: Aegean Cafe
Meet Tess, owner of Aegean Cafe. Tess serves her downtown community fresh Greek cuisine.
Small Biz Spotlight: The Cobbler
Meet Sasha, owner of The Cobbler shoe store. The Cobbler is one of Victoria's oldest shoe boutiques.
Small Biz Spotlight: Whirled Arts
Meet Cameron, owner of Whirled Arts. Cameron is a strong supporter of ethical sourcing and Fairtrade.