{ "city": "Victoria", "state": "BC", "page": "https://canada.theboringparts.com/city/pub-victoria/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-21", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-30", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Committee reviews tenant protection compensation requirements for renters", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss a review of tenant protection compensation requirements, assessing options for increasing compensation while maintaining redevelopment feasibility. Staff reports also address permissive tax exemptions for non-profits for 2027-2028. Council member motions include advocacy for M'akola Housing subsidies, fugitive return program improvements, a fair wages policy review, and establishing a By Name List for unsheltered homeless individuals.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c784c185-b737-46c5-a5db-834defe67cda&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c784c185-b737-46c5-a5db-834defe67cda&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-30", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to consider rezoning for rental housing and public park at Chatham/Herald", "summary": "Victoria City Council will consider several rezoning and housing agreement bylaws, including a proposal at Chatham and Herald streets for a new infill rental development with a public park and walkways. Council will also decide on housing agreements for multiple properties, modernized industrial zones, and reports from the Committee of the Whole on tenant protection, permissive tax exemptions, and derelict properties. A closed session is scheduled for labour, law enforcement, and intergovernmental matters.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=4a74d67f-6934-4904-a76f-b53ea862cedf&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=4a74d67f-6934-4904-a76f-b53ea862cedf&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council to consider enforcement options for derelict and vacant commercial properties", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will hear a staff report requesting a review of enforcement tools for derelict buildings, neglected properties, and vacant commercial spaces. It will also receive a verbal report on strategies to require cooling systems in rental buildings and a detailed report on economic and employment land solutions, including policy updates for hotel development and diverse employment uses. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; items are presented for discussion and possible future action.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7eb50713-2d00-4f48-abfe-7ba1ffe8061c&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=7eb50713-2d00-4f48-abfe-7ba1ffe8061c&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Special Council", "headline": "Council to consider updates to off-street parking and mobility regulations", "summary": "The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss modernizing off-street parking regulations. The body will consider amending the Zoning Regulation Bylaw, Zoning Bylaw 2018, and the Land Use Procedures Bylaw.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=481ff8c4-8726-4493-91a5-95e0c6f7aa3c&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=481ff8c4-8726-4493-91a5-95e0c6f7aa3c&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-23", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to vote on housing agreement bylaws for several city properties", "summary": "The Victoria City Council will consider first, second, and third readings of two housing agreement bylaws: Bylaw No. 26-061 for the sites at 2501‑2699 Blanshard Street, 825/841 Hillside Avenue, 2500‑2684 Dowler Place and 900 Kings Road, and Bylaw No. 26-059 for 1101 Yates Street. The meeting also includes reports from the July 9 and July 23 Committee of the Whole, a rezoning and development permit application for 741 Fisgard Street, an appointment of bylaw officers, and a motion to confirm the Framework Agreement S.5 Police Funding. A motion to close part of the meeting under Community Charter Section 90 will also be considered.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=72653c84-254c-458d-9716-629e79da37d2&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=72653c84-254c-458d-9716-629e79da37d2&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Community Safety & Wellbeing Implementation Program update", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation regarding the Community Safety & Wellbeing Implementation Program. The meeting includes a scheduled lunch recess between 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fddd4a6a-6d19-47f4-a185-e951d007a196&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fddd4a6a-6d19-47f4-a185-e951d007a196&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to consider housing agreement for 1933 Davie Street", "summary": "The Victoria City Council will meet following the Committee of the Whole to discuss various reports and bylaws. Key items include the adoption of a housing agreement for rental housing at 1933 Davie Street and updates on development variances and tax exemptions.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=59f93ddf-3cdb-4410-bcbd-90cace1e7dbf&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=59f93ddf-3cdb-4410-bcbd-90cace1e7dbf&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to vote on modernizing off-street parking regulations", "summary": "Council will consider several reports, including modernizing off-street parking regulations through bylaw amendments, a rezoning for a six-storey rental building at 1905 Fort Street, and a development variance permit for Telus Ocean signage. They will also discuss the Victoria-Saanich amalgamation and a proposal for a cannabis shop.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=2f6f98fb-3078-42eb-b17c-874b315f4017&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=2f6f98fb-3078-42eb-b17c-874b315f4017&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Committee to consider rezoning for 741 Fisgard and 235 Russell", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will consider two rezoning applications: one at 741 Fisgard Street (recommended approval) to permit residential uses, and one at 235 Russell Street (recommended decline) for a six-storey residential building. They will also discuss a motion to confirm police funding under the Framework Agreement and appoint five bylaw officers.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=07b38db1-83f3-416f-bb7f-d9dfd9fa54fb&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=07b38db1-83f3-416f-bb7f-d9dfd9fa54fb&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council to consider motion calling for closure of Harbour safe consumption site", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss a council member motion requesting the mayor write to Island Health and the Minister of Health to cease operations of The Harbour safe consumption site. Also on the agenda: an update on the Market Rental Revitalization Tax Exemption pilot program with recommended adjustments, and direction on patio bylaw fee increases after a two-year freeze. A development variance permit for signage at 933 Douglas Street is recommended for approval.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9a933587-c09c-4474-84eb-c8ce2fff35ba&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=9a933587-c09c-4474-84eb-c8ce2fff35ba&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-07-02", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to consider development permit for 2839 and 2845 Cedar Hill Road", "summary": "The City Council will review a development permit application with variances for the Oaklands property. Members will also discuss the 2025 annual review of the Victoria Housing Strategy and update development cost charges.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fc8b79ae-a460-4f7d-97e9-c997f7a69fe7&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=fc8b79ae-a460-4f7d-97e9-c997f7a69fe7&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council considers 6-story rental project and potential city amalgamation", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will review a rezoning application for a residential rental building and updates to industrial zoning bylaws. Members will also discuss a potential amalgamation ballot question for Victoria and Saanich and a motion regarding senior property tax deferrals.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=09689361-5fc6-4458-af63-1c472c952065&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=09689361-5fc6-4458-af63-1c472c952065&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to consider zoning changes and development fee hikes", "summary": "Council will vote on amending the Development Cost Charges Bylaw to increase fees and the Delegation Bylaw to update encroachment agreements. They will also discuss a cannabis shop at 1010 Cook Street, a community garden on Johnson St Parkade, and the 28 Bastion Square motion. The zoning bylaw modernization phase two and the 2025 annual report are on the agenda. A closed session will address land, legal, labour, and intergovernmental matters.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=b0ee59fd-b04a-489b-aeff-6986dcdbe743&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=b0ee59fd-b04a-489b-aeff-6986dcdbe743&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council to decide on 12-townhouse development at 2839-2845 Cedar Hill Road", "summary": "The committee will consider a development permit for 12 townhouses at 2839-2845 Cedar Hill Road, with staff recommending denial. They will also review the Victoria Housing Strategy Annual Review 2025 and consider endorsing interim housing goal posts for 2026-2028.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=822e21e3-9ee0-48aa-b344-1c71f5fff553&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=822e21e3-9ee0-48aa-b344-1c71f5fff553&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-18", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "City Council to establish new regulations and licensing for street entertainment", "summary": "The Council will consider adopting new bylaws to regulate street entertainment and licensing in public places. They will also review amendments to the Delegation Bylaw regarding anchor rod encroachment and additional delegations.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ed89f49d-10f3-446a-abe9-079b0e0bd19a&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=ed89f49d-10f3-446a-abe9-079b0e0bd19a&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Council to decide on cannabis retail license at 1010 Cook Street", "summary": "This meeting will consider a staff recommendation for Altitude Cannabis to obtain a provincial retail license at 1010 Cook Street. Also up for discussion are amendments to the Amenity Cost Charges Bylaw, a community garden pilot on the Johnson Street Parkade rooftop, and motions urging the province to reinstate housing and active transportation funding.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d890bf4a-6b42-406e-b9e9-99de9bd180d5&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=108313", "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d890bf4a-6b42-406e-b9e9-99de9bd180d5&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Council", "headline": "Council hears from 13 community safety and wellbeing funding recipients", "summary": "Council will receive presentations from 13 organizations seeking or receiving funding from the Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan. The presentations are in-person, by phone, or by video, and include Indigenous, youth, housing, and arts groups. A closed meeting may follow if required.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=36b35a5a-7629-4157-b7e1-1a31c8a0bfcf&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=108271", "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=36b35a5a-7629-4157-b7e1-1a31c8a0bfcf&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Victoria Council to vote on new street entertainment and towing bylaws", "summary": "City Council is considering new regulations and licensing for street performers and updating fees and rules for vehicle towing and impoundment. The meeting also includes several rezoning applications and development permits for downtown and residential areas.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c8a80038-385a-4aef-8139-4411640eeaf2&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=108314", "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=c8a80038-385a-4aef-8139-4411640eeaf2&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Committee considers rezoning for rental housing and pocket park at Chatham-Herald", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on two major rezoning applications: one for a new infill rental housing development with a public pocket park at Chatham and Herald Streets, and another to increase density for five buildings on Vancouver Street and Quadra Street. They will also hear a presentation on BC Transit's regional plan update and consider council motions to advocate for permanent LGCAP climate funding and to strengthen protections for renters.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1e1e77dd-df60-4ccf-978a-b18628862cdc&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=1e1e77dd-df60-4ccf-978a-b18628862cdc&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to vote on zoning bylaw amendments for Bill 25 compliance", "summary": "Council will consider zoning bylaw amendments to comply with provincial Bill 25, including expanding the definition of 'restricted zone' and moving three properties. Also on the agenda: heritage designation for 1784 Denman Street, endorsement of funding applications, and a motion to require cooling in rental buildings. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel, legal, and intergovernmental matters.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6c551e68-1015-4f4d-999d-c6b6f96e03ad&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6c551e68-1015-4f4d-999d-c6b6f96e03ad&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Committee to vote on rezoning proposal for Fort Street apartments", "summary": "This Committee of the Whole meeting will discuss and potentially decide on a rezoning application for 829-899 Fort Street and 846-856 Broughton Street to allow multi-unit residential uses, with staff recommending decline. Also to be decided: a development variance permit for signage at 749 Douglas Street (Telus Ocean building) and staff appointments for the 2026 general local election. Other items include renewal of a tower crane rescue services agreement and motions regarding a memorial vigil and graffiti prevention.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=e44def0e-8f25-40f8-a90c-cbed04f49141&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=e44def0e-8f25-40f8-a90c-cbed04f49141&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to vote on updated towing fees and regulations", "summary": "Council is considering three bylaws updating towing and storage fees, modernizing parking payment provisions, and reflecting current ticketing practices. They will also address a rezoning application at 932 Balmoral Road and establish officer positions for the city. A closed session covers labour relations, law enforcement, and intergovernmental negotiations.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=62e1a705-86f4-4a58-ac13-761182e2597b&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=62e1a705-86f4-4a58-ac13-761182e2597b&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Council", "headline": "Council to consider cooling bylaw for rental buildings to protect tenants from extreme heat", "summary": "The council will hear public delegations on multiple topics including child cycling safety, cooling requirements for rentals, and affordable housing. They will hold a public hearing on designating 1527 Redfern Street as a heritage property. A motion to explore a cooling bylaw for rentals is on the agenda.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=92ea825c-bde2-49d7-bc82-3257aa11ce4a&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=108037", "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=92ea825c-bde2-49d7-bc82-3257aa11ce4a&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Council (to follow COTW)", "headline": "Council to decide on 35-unit building at 257 Belleville", "summary": "Council will consider adopting a zoning amendment and development permit to replace the Admiral Inn at 257 Belleville Street with a residential building of about 35 units. They will also give first readings to a bylaw establishing officer positions for the city, and decide on a temporary use permit for short-term rental at 602 Esquimalt Road. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and labour matters.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0f7eded7-448a-4570-8517-39d2b0a5af4c&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=107899", "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=0f7eded7-448a-4570-8517-39d2b0a5af4c&lang=English" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "City council explores requiring maximum cooling limits in local rental buildings.", "summary": "The Committee of the Whole will approve recent meeting minutes and review a community safety update. Staff will present a heritage designation application for 1784 Denman Street to advance toward bylaw readings and a public hearing. Members will also consider a council motion directing staff to develop strategies for requiring maximum indoor cooling temperatures in rental properties.", "agenda_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6ef3aa4e-a545-484f-aab2-713e6682b2b1&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English", "minutes_url": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/FileStream.ashx?DocumentId=107898", "source": "https://pub-victoria.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=6ef3aa4e-a545-484f-aab2-713e6682b2b1&lang=English" } ] }