Capital Park Victoria

James Bay Beacon

The James Bay Beacon is a monthly newspaper. It is a community-based publication, welcoming articles from virtually everyone in the neighbourhood.  Lots of good stuff! 

Birthday freebies

Realtor's site with a list of free birthday treats

Another great site for Victoria events

This is a unique site for many free (and also paid) events. You can register and get your free tickets. Eventbrite. I have been to a free 3 hour workshop on grafting and have signed up for a free tour on an electric bike.

Visiting from the Unitd States?

Opening a local bank account requires specific information from your US account. This web page is helpful in tracking down that information without having to do several Google searches.
Thanks to a helpful reader for sending me this link.
HonestlyNow BANKING

Article about visiting Victoria

Click here to read about Victoria activities.

Victoria Tourist Summer Events Tourism Victoria

You've got to try this.......

1. Guacamole at La Cocina de Mama Oli at The Hudson Market. 
2. A warm apple hand pie from the Victoria Pie Company in The Hudson Market
3. The pumpernickel/raisin loaf from Bond Bond's Bakery on Blanshard St. 
4. Borrowing ebooks from the Greater Victoria Public Library. 
5. A walk through Beacon Hill Park. Take some peanuts for the squirrels. 
6. Hertel's bacon by the slice at Thrifty Foods 

James Bay Resources

Victoria Webcams

Times Colonist Community Calendar

BC Transit Trip Planner

Beckley Farm Lodge

James Bay New Horizons

James Bay Community Project

James Bay Market Society

Greater Victoria Harbour Authority Special Events

James Bay Community School Centre

James Bay Neighbourhood 

Victoria Seniors' Infomation Service

Recycle Guide

Thrifty Foods Sendial Service
Sendial is a shopping and home delivery service for customers unable to shop in-store without assistance.  Sendial is available on a temporary or permanent basis for a nominal fee of $5 per delivery.

Tuesday Specials

Fun fact: The first Tuesday of every month the Greater Victoria Art Gallery offers admission by donation. 

Click here to confirm the dates.

Odeon Cineplex on Yates St.
Fun fact: Every Tuesday admission price is $5.50 for all ages. There may be a surcharge if it is a 3D movie. 

This is all about food!

Bread and Butter Catering is a James Bay catering business. Delicious home cooked food!

Hotel Grand Pacific Dining Room
Fun Fact: Enjoy select three-course meals on weekdays between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm, excluding holidays, for onlyf $17.95. When you phone to reserve check that the special is still in effect. 

Update: the cost is now $17.95

Feb. 26, 2015

Greater Victoria Public Library

Fun Fact: the GVPL has free passes available. There usually is a long waiting list. 
Cultural & Recreational Passes. GVPL is pleased to work with several local partners to offer library cardholders the opportunity to explore local cultural institutions and recreation centres.

Art Gallery of Greater Victoria Household Access Pass
Provides free general admission to the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria for 2 adults and up to 4 children.
The loan period is 7 days, with no renewals permitted at this time
Does not include special events or gift shop discounts.

Royal BC Museum Family Pass
Provides free general admission to the Royal BC Museum for 2 adults and up to 3 children (youth under 5 are free)
The loan period is 7 days, with no renewals permitted at this time
Does not include special events or gift shop discounts

Saanich Recreation Pass
Provides free general admission to any Saanich Recreation Centre for 2 adults and up to 4 children (5-18 years; children 4 and under are free)
The loan period is 7 days, with no renewals permitted at this time
Does not include child minding or registered classes

The Robert Bateman Centre Pass
Free general admission to galleries and exhibitions for 2 adults, 19 years and older and up to 4 youth, aged 6 to 18. Youth under 5 are free
Can be signed out on an adult card
Loan period is 7 days, with no renewals permitted at this time.

GVPL Programs & Events
There are many free workshops now available. An example is A Silk Road tea tasting event on Feb. 18.
Fun Fact: There are free exercise programs at the Library!


GVPL Events