In the News
Following Colwood's progress in the news? Here are a few selected recent stories:
September 2023
Colwood defers decision on accessibility committee after hour of debate - Goldstream News, Sep 15, 2023
Royal B.C. Museum collections building underway after First Nations blessing - Times Colonist, Sep 14, 2023
West Shore firefighters memorialized in Ottawa monument - g, Sep 14, 2023
Colwood council rejects glow-in-dark road paint over cost concerns - Goldstream News, Sep 13, 2023
Special paint to improve pedestrian safety declared too expensive for Colwood - Times Colonist, Sep 13, 2023
Construction underway on new Royal B.C. Museum building in Colwood - CTV News, Sep 13, 2023
Royal BC Museum starts construction on $270M ‘state-of-the-art’ facility in Colwood - Chek News, Sep 13, 2023
Colwood lays out plan to be climate action leader - Goldstream News, Sep 8, 2023
Colwood approves rezoning for 67 condos on Sooke Road - Goldstream News, Sep 1, 2023
August 2023
Vancouver Island's largest residential land play forges ahead in Colwood - Business Intelligence for BC, Aug 31, 2023
Colwood exploring road extension in response to citizen petition - Goldstream News, Aug 31, 2023
Colwood pushes back completion date for Latoria roundabout - Goldstream News, Aug 29, 2023
Colwood Community Garden: Growing community and healthy food since 2018 - g, Aug 12, 2023
In Sight Festival illuminates art and culture on the shores of Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 10, 2023
July 2023
$1.2B Colwood development renamed the Beachlands - Times Colonist, Jul 31, 2023
Royal Beach no more: Colwood development rebrands as the Beachlands - Goldstream News, Jul 29, 2023
Greater Victoria city looks to create its own version of Granville Island - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 27, 2023
Colwood inches closer to final Waterfront Stewardship Plan - Goldstream News, Jul 14, 2023
Colwood reduces bike parking at RBCM building after developer request - Goldstream News, Jul 13, 2023
Olympic View fire extinguished by Colwood crew thanks to helicopter assist - Goldstream News, Jul 3, 2023
June 2023
Colwood council not moving forward with volunteer program - g, Jun 16, 2023
Colwood invites applications for cul-de-sac beautification - Goldstream News, Jun 13, 2023
Colwood releases thousands of ladybugs to protect trees and parks - CTV News, Jun 5, 2023
May 2023
Donation to Royal Roads University helps grow garden project - CTV News, May 30, 2023
Navy bike ride pedals through Colwood streets Saturday - Vancouver Island Free Daily, May 29, 2023
Municipal workers pay respects to Oak Bay public works employee killed on job - Times Colonist, May 26, 2023
Thousands living in Royal Bay welcome first retail complex - Times Colonist, May 26, 2023
Commercial hub at Royal Bay to open with grocery, liquor store - Times Colonist, May 24, 2023
Beloved West Shore 'Swap and Shop' market returns after closure of Western Speedway - CTV News, May 24, 2023
Victoria businesses cutting out waste with food-saving app - Vancouver Island Free Daily, May 23, 2023
World Oceans Day sees celebration at Fort Rodd Hill in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, May 20, 2023
Colwood adopts plans for Havenwood, Latoria Creek parks - Goldstream News, May 13, 2023
World-class Thrifty Foods Skatepark opens on the West Shore - Goldstream News, May 13, 2023
Live music, food trucks return to Colwood waterfront - Goldstream News, May 12, 2023
Student work celebrated with new poetry station in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 12, 2023
Developer pitches 33-storey residential towers for Colwood Corners - Goldstream News, May 10, 2023
Colwood school space challenge sees music room shuffle - Goldstream News, May 4, 2023
Emergency preparedness fair returns to Colwood after pandemic break - Saanich News, May 1, 2023
April 2023
Colwood council takes first step in changing public participation procedures - Goldstream News, Apr 28, 2023
Colwood to see larger tax lift as budget amended to cover council remuneration changes - Goldstream News, Apr 28, 2023
Realistic oil spill response training taking place off southern Vancouver Island - CTV News, Apr 26, 2023
Hundreds of metres of rope stolen from Fort Rodd Hill - Times Colonist, Apr 25, 2023
Colwood cougar encounters prompt warning from B.C. conservation officers - CTV News, Apr 24, 2023
'Oh my goodness': Cougar seen with dead deer in Colwood family's driveway - Times Colonist, Apr 23, 2023
Greater Victoria Outdoor Adventure Show set for three days in Colwood - Victoria News, Apr 21, 2023
Success, growth continue for Arts and Culture Colwood Society in third year - Goldstream News, Apr 19, 2023
Colwood’s proposed path between Esquimalt Lagoon and Royal Beach gets $6M pledge from Ottawa - CHEK News, Apr 18, 2023
Plans for multi-use pathway on Colwood's waterfront get $6-million boost - Times Colonist, Apr 18, 2023
Plans for multi-use pathway on Colwood's waterfront get $6-million boost - Times Colonist, Apr 18, 2023
Colwood’s proposed path between Esquimalt Lagoon and Royal Beach gets $6M pledge from Ottawa - Chek News, Apr 18, 2023
Feds promise $6M for multi-use path in Colwood - CTV Vancouver Island, Apr 17, 2023
Colwood gets $6M for Esquimalt Lagoon improvements - Goldstream News, Apr 17, 2023
Colwood getting $6M for waterfront pathway from Royal Beach to Esquimalt Lagoon - Victoria Buzz, Apr 17, 2023
Feds promise $6M for multi-use path in Colwood - CTV News, Apr 17, 2023
Colwood gets $6M for Esquimalt Lagoon improvements - Goldstream News, Apr 17, 2023
Colwood council backs $20K pay raise for mayor, $8K for councillors following latest review - Chek News, Apr 17, 2023
Colwood mayor, councillors give themselves a raise - Times Colonist, Apr 17, 2023
Colwood council approves new pay formula, will receive raise - Goldstream News, Apr 14, 2023
Colwood explores prohibiting paid parking on private land after outcry - Goldstream News, Apr 14, 2023
Quality Foods sets opening date for new Royal Bay location in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Apr 13, 2023
Traffic and transportation top list of issues in Colwood citizen survey - Goldstream News, Apr 6, 2023
B.C. urges preparation during 'Tsunami Preparedness Week' - CTV News, Apr 6, 2023
March 2023
Colwood gets timeline for RBCM Collections and Archives Building project - Goldstream News, Mar 31, 2023
Wildwood Saunas given one last weekend on Esquimalt Lagoon - Victoria News, Mar 30, 2023
New B.C. long-term care facility to include under-65s unit as demand grows among younger adults - CBC News, Mar 22, 2023
$224-million, 306-bed long-term care home to be built in Colwood - Times Colonist, Mar 17, 2023
New long term care home coming to Colwood - Business Examiner, Mar 17, 2023
Colwood council votes to narrow sidewalk to protect ‘significant’ sequoia tree - Goldstream News, Mar 17, 2023
Colwood council approves tax increase for 2023 budget as policing costs rise - Goldstream News, Mar 17, 2023
BC Transit, province, feds spending $20M for new Colwood bus fleet maintenance site - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Mar 16, 2023
Construction on 306 new long-term care beds in Colwood to start in 2025 - Victoria News, Mar 16, 2023
Seniors rejoice: Over 300 long-term care beds coming to Colwood for aging population - Victoria Buzz, Mar 16, 2023
‘Allandale pit’ in Colwood to be home of new BC Transit distribution centre - Chek News, Mar 16, 2023
Canada and British Columbia invest in centralized Provincial Distribution Centre for BC Transit bus fleet - Canadian Manufacturing, Mar 16, 2023
Provincial Distribution Centre Announced for Colwood - Business Examiner, Mar 15, 2023
New $20M BC Transit bus centre coming to Colwood - CTV News, Mar 15, 2023
Colwood mayor says he’d consider a covenant ensuring free parking - Goldstream News, Mar 13, 2023
‘It’s baloney’: Colwood residents upset as local plaza implements pay parking - Chek News, Mar 13, 2023
Colwood approves $30K for rent bank for people at risk of homelessness - Goldstream News, Mar 7, 2023
Greater Victoria flower count returns to sow community competition, share local beauty - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Mar 6, 2023
Colwood approves nearly $40K in grants for community organizations - Goldstream News, Mar 5, 2023
$224-million long-term-care facility planned for Royal Bay site - Times Colonist, Mar 3, 2023
February 2023
Construction on Colwood dementia centre to begin in 2025 - CTV News, Feb 28, 2023
Dreaming of seaside living in Colwood’s Royal Bay? Single-family homes are available now, but going fast! - Saanich News, Feb 27, 2023
West Shore couple opening used sporting goods store in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Feb 24, 2023
Province moving ahead with $205M Royal B.C. Museum building in Colwood - CTV News, Feb 23, 2023
Construction starts this summer on Royal BC Museum’s new $270M Colwood building - Goldstream News, Feb 23, 2023
Police officers join ‘Pink Shirt Day’ flash mob at Colwood high school - Victoria Buzz, Feb 22, 2023
Colwood rejects 142-unit apartment building after residents’ outcry - Goldstream News, Feb 16, 2023
‘Team’ effort as Colwood mayor helps man in medical distress on roadside - Goldstream News, Feb 15, 2023
WorkSafe investigation underway after concrete pump truck tips at Colwood construction site - Times Colonist, Feb 10, 2023
Colwood takes top spot for sexiest town in Canada for the third year in a row - Victoria Buzz, Feb 6, 2023
Explosives team called after Second World War-era mortar discovered at Colwood historic site - CTV News, Feb 6, 2023
Unexploded mortar round found in Fort Rodd Hill area - Times Colonist, Feb 6, 2023
Colwood cracks top 10 list of most expensive property tax rates in B.C. - Goldstream News, Feb 2, 2023
January 2023
Colwood residents invited to help set council priorities - Goldstream News, Jan 28, 2023
CRD to begin leash patrols at Royal Roads’ Colwood campus - Goldstream News, Jan 26, 2023
Cougar snatches family cat off Colwood hot tub and kills it - Times Colonist, Jan 25, 2023
Colwood councillor questions if West Shore RCMP should still get ‘nicety’ of free parking - Goldstream News, Jan 24, 2023
Three cougars spotted by Colwood homeowner likely mother and kittens - Times Colonist, Jan 23, 2023
Juan de Fuca seniors' activity bus out of commission after catalytic converter theft - Capital Daily, Jan 22, 2023
Popular Greater Victoria baby store opening second location with ‘curated’ items - Victoria News, Jan 19, 2023
Colwood residents to get final say in parks plans - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jan 14, 2023
Colwood residents encouraged to participate in council service review - Victoria News, Jan 14, 2023
Colwood council shoots down lowering building permit fees - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jan 13, 2023
Colwood council delays vote to move forward on RCMP building expansion - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jan 11, 2023
‘Dangerous’: Colwood eyes speed cushions to slow speeders - Oak Bay News, Jan 10, 2023
Colwood staff thanked for marathon hours spent clearing snow - Oak Bay News, Jan 8, 2023
Island property assessments rise up to 20%; Colwood, Highlands see biggest jump in capital region - Times Colonist, Jan 4, 2023
December 2022
Colwood unveils new viewing platform at Murray’s Pond Park - Chek News, Dec 15, 2022
West Shore fire departments hosting annual Santa food drives - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 9, 2022
Fire damages Colwood home, shuts down lane of Metchosin Road - Times Colonist, Dec 5, 2022
November 2022
Colwood installs decorative banners celebrating locals - Goldstream News, Nov 28, 2022
Runner in Colwood park followed by cougar - Times Colonist, Nov 19, 2022
Colwood tree clearer helps neighbours in wake of windstorm - Victoria News, Nov 6, 2022
October 2022
Goblins, ghosts and ghouls are invited to this all-ages West Shore dance party - Victoria News, Oct 23, 2022
Colwood encourages residents to walk or roll this month for a chance at prizes - Goldstream News, Oct 22, 2022
Former Colwood fire truck unveiled as muscular dystrophy support - Victoria News, Oct 17, 2022
Colwood election results: Doug Kobayashi unseats incumbent in mayor's race - , Oct 16, 2022
SD62 looking to build space for non-profits in plans for new Colwood school - Sooke News Mirror, Oct 16, 2022
New 13,000-square-foot skatepark coming to Colwood will feature ‘hybrid conceptual’ design - Chek News, Oct 15, 2022
Colwood approves Royal Beach change days after passionate public opposition heard - Goldstream News, Oct 4, 2022
August 2022
Colwood council votes in favour of pay increase for mayor and councillors - Chek News, Aug 30, 2022
Debut arts and culture festival coming to Fort Rodd Hill in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Aug 29, 2022
Colwood to vote on doubling pay for mayor, councillors - Times Colonist, Aug 25, 2022
Colwood library added to growing list of Netflix filming locations - Victoria News, Aug 13, 2022
Passerby spots smoke early, Colwood firefighters kill fire at RRU - Times Colonist, Aug 11, 2022
Colwood fire museum brings community, firefighters together - Victoria News, Aug 6, 2022
Section of the Galloping Goose closed for repairs in Colwood - Saanich News, Aug 5, 2022
Colwood seeks public input on parks management plans - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Aug 5, 2022
July 2022
Colwood’s Eats and Beats grows in popularity, but some concerned about environmental impact - Victoria News, Jul 31, 2022
Outside Victoria, a mysterious flock of creatures built from driftwood enchants locals - The Seattle Times, Jul 27, 2022
Colwood approves draft plan for walking, cycling in the community - Victoria News, Jul 24, 2022
Summer art show coming to Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 23, 2022
Tucked-away Colwood park gets new piece of public art - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 22, 2022
Local police to be honoured during Shamrocks game Friday in Colwood - Victoria News, Jul 20, 2022
Save-On-Foods opens new location at Colwood Corners - Victoria News, Jul 7, 2022
Colwood councillor announces intention to run for mayor - Chek News, Jul 6, 2022
Colwood volunteer program creation on pause until election - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 6, 2022
Councillor challenges Colwood mayor for top job - Times Colonist, Jul 6, 2022
June 2022
Overnight work on Sooke Road intersection may cause delays in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 30, 2022
National BMX event returns this long weekend to Colwood track - Goldstream News, Jun 30, 2022
Colwood begins construction on new double roundabout - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 29, 2022
Colwood businesses call for more space, affordable housing to support growth - Goldstream News, Jun 28, 2022
Said the Whale to headline outdoor Esquimalt Lagoon Eats and Beats Beach Party - Campbell River Mirror, Jun 27, 2022
10 scholarships coming for Ukrainian students to finish high school in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 27, 2022
Dead porpoise washes ashore on Colwood beach - Saanich News, Jun 25, 2022
Metis educator keeping language, history alive in Sooke School District - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 20, 2022
Colwood announces five recipients of Create Places Grants - Goldstream News, Jun 19, 2022
Royal Bay Secondary athletes make Colwood proud at provincial track meet - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 18, 2022
Rezoning application for Jasmine Family Restaurant property in Colwood moves forward - Victoria News, Jun 17, 2022
Natural asset inventory set to help Colwood better plan for the future - Saanich News, Jun 11, 2022
Large quantity of pills found strewn on Lagoon Beach in Colwood - Times Colonist, Jun 6, 2022
May 2022
Colwood offering active transportation sneak-peek June 3 - Victoria News, May 30, 2022
Commuter rail line makes economic and environmental sense, mayors say - Times Colonist, May 20, 2022
Colwood council sets priorities for business strategy - Saanich News, May 13, 2022
April 2022
Colwood couple recognized for park cleanup efforts on Earth Day - Victoria News, Apr 23, 2022
Eats and Beats is back on the beach in Colwood - Saanich News, Apr 21, 2022
Colwood’s Eats and Beats event returns after two year hiatus - Chek News, Apr 21, 2022
Food trucks, live music return to Colwood this summer - Saanich News, Apr 18, 2022
Free bike tune-up days on tap at Colwood city hall - Oak Bay News, Apr 15, 2022
Galloping Goose overpass will eliminate dangerous bike crossing at Island Highway in Colwood - Times Colonist, Apr 13, 2022
Century-old garden gets new life at Royal Roads University - CTV News, Apr 13, 2022
Colwood receives $3.6M grant to build Galloping Goose bridge - Chek News, Apr 12, 2022
Colwood planning $4.9M pedestrian and cycling bridge along Galloping Goose trail - CTV News, Apr 11, 2022
Funding finalized for Galloping Goose connector over busy Colwood road - Victoria News, Apr 11, 2022
Colwood man riding for Victoria Hospice for fourth year in a row - Victoria News, Apr 8, 2022
Popular Canadian fried chicken franchise opening two locations in Victoria this year - Victoria Buzz, Apr 8, 2022
Unconscious occupant pulled from burning home by Colwood firefighters - Times Colonist, Apr 7, 2022
Unconscious person rushed to hospital after fire breaks out at Colwood home - Chek News, Apr 7, 2022
Unconscious person rescued from burning home in Colwood - Victoria News, Apr 7, 2022
Firefighters rescue unconscious victim from Colwood blaze - CTV News, Apr 7, 2022
Colwood students praised after turning in lost diamond ring - Victoria News, Apr 6, 2022
March 2022
Policing, infrastructure upgrades drive 4.3-per-cent Colwood property tax hike - Saanich News, Mar 31, 2022
Arts and Culture Colwood Society bringing community together through the arts - Monday Magazine, Mar 31, 2022
Residents voice mostly opposition to Colwood rezoning proposal - Victoria News, Mar 30, 2022
Colwood ranks fifth for best work-from-home cities in Canada - Victoria Buzz, Mar 30, 2022
Colwood seeks feedback on rabbit encounters - Victoria News, Mar 29, 2022
Public input sought for Colwood’s Fisgard Lighthouse, Fort Rodd Hill sites - Oak Bay News, Mar 27, 2022
Colwood students raise a sweet $4,400 for Ukraine in four days - Victoria News, Mar 23, 2022
‘I’m totally blown away’: Colwood dentist earns citizenship medal for pandemic service - Goldstream News, Mar 23, 2022
Create Places Colwood grants bring placemaking to life - Saanich News, Mar 20, 2022
Judo Championships held in Colwood showcase young athletes hoping to go national - Goldstream News, Mar 19, 2022
Royal Colwood set to host to Toyota Junior Golf World Cup qualifyng tournament - Saanich News, Mar 19, 2022
Colwood the 'bloomingest' municipality in annual flower count - Times Colonist, Mar 18, 2022
Upgrades to Colwood intersection soon underway at Metchosin and Latoria - Victoria News, Mar 18, 2022
Colwood tops Greater Victoria’s Flower Count with close to 10 billion blossoms - Parksville Qualicum Beach News, Mar 17, 2022
Colwood regains ‘bloomingest community’ title in 2022 flower count - Chek News, Mar 17, 2022
Local Hero Awards 2022: Late Colwood fire chief leaves behind a legacy - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Mar 17, 2022
Royal Colwood to host Junior World Cup qualifier in April - Times Colonist, Mar 15, 2022
Climate action, sustainable building, biodiversity in Colwood topics for speaker series - Saanich News, Mar 12, 2022
New West Shore skatepark steps closer to construction - CTV News, Mar 11, 2022
National races to return this season to Colwood BMX track - Victoria News, Mar 11, 2022
Kyiv-born Colwood woman makes perogies to help Ukraine - Vancouver Sun, Mar 10, 2022
Colwood to explore contributing additional funding to make skatepark a reality - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Mar 9, 2022
Colwood Clean Up survives budget chopping block - Saanich News, Mar 4, 2022
Royal flush: Colwood opens new public washroom in Royal Bay - Peninsula News Review, Mar 3, 2022
Colwood earmarks $30k to further study performing arts centre idea for city - Saanich News, Mar 2, 2022
February 2022
Rare coastal wolves reported at Royal Roads University in Colwood, B.C. - CTV News, Feb 28, 2022
Dog owners warned to keep pets on leash after wolves seen at Royal Roads campus - Times Colonist, Feb 28, 2022
John Ducker: With development comes need for safety - Times Colonist, Feb 25, 2022
February Capital Region Commercial Real Estate Report - Business Examiner, Feb 25, 2022
Colwood Fire Rescue Transitions to Paid On Call Model - Business Examiner, Feb 22, 2022
Colwood aims to make ride sharing simple with new app - Saanich News, Feb 21, 2022
Public hearing set for proposed 6-storey apartment building in Colwood - Peninsula News Review, Feb 21, 2022
Havenwood Park area rezoning moved along by Colwood council - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Feb 19, 2022
Choral Evolution bringing Mozart and Metallica to West Shore - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Feb 17, 2022
Colwood Fire Department to introduce paid overnight shifts after 29 per cent jump in calls - Chek News, Feb 16, 2022
Colwood proposes 5.48-per-cent property tax increase in early draft budget - Goldstream News, Feb 15, 2022
Colwood considering pay upgrades for volunteer firefighters - Goldstream News, Feb 12, 2022
‘A lot of sadness’: Jasmine Family Restaurant closing its doors in Colwood - Goldstream News, Feb 9, 2022
Rail worth another look, given West Shore's rapid growth, says Langford mayor - Times Colonist, Feb 9, 2022
Colwood was just voted sexiest town in Canada for the second year in a row - Victoria Buzz, Feb 8, 2022
Colwood is the sexiest town in Canada, at least when ranked by purchases - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Feb 7, 2022
11 Places In BC & Alberta Are Named In The Top 20 Sexiest Spots In Canada - Narcity, Feb 4, 2022
Master Planned Seaside Community Coming to Colwood - Business Examiner, Feb 3, 2022
January 2022
January 2022 Capital Region Commercial Real Estate Report - Business Examiner, Jan 31, 2022
Colwood exploring new partnerships to increase affordable housing - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 28, 2022
Save-on-Foods to anchor Colwood Corners site - Times Colonist, Jan 27, 2022
Controversial Colwood development returns to council Feb. 14 - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 27, 2022
Second West Shore walk-in medical clinic set to close in April - Times Colonist, Jan 26, 2022
Seacliff, Reliance JV on $1.2B Royal Beach seaside development - Real Estate News Exchange, Jan 26, 2022
$1.2-billion Royal Beach development will bring thousands of new homes to Colwood - Times Colonist, Jan 25, 2022
$1.2 billion Royal Beach development will bring thousands of new homes to Colwood - Vancouver Sun, Jan 25, 2022
‘I’m really excited:’ New chief takes command of Colwood Fire Rescue - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 25, 2022
Physician shortage prompts Colwood walk-in clinic closure - Victoria Buzz, Jan 25, 2022
Colwood development announces $1.2B construction plan - CTV News, Jan 24, 2022
Developers to partner on $1.2 billion Royal Beach project in Colwood - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 24, 2022
Billion-dollar development will bring thousands of homes and jobs to Colwood - Victoria Buzz, Jan 24, 2022
Reliance Properties joins in billion-dollar Colwood build - Western Investor, Jan 24, 2022
$1.2 billion waterfront neighbourhood to be built in Victoria suburb - Daily Hive, Jan 24, 2022
Colwood approves nearly $33,000 in grants to community groups for 2022 - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 17, 2022
Bryan Erwin announced as new Colwood fire chief - Saanich News, Jan 13, 2022
Colwood university ‘renames’ stairway after alumnus Chris Hadfield - Goldstream News, Jan 12, 2022
Colwood construction causing delays at Metchosin and Sooke roads - Victoria News, Jan 11, 2022
14 of top 100 golf pros in the province work Greater Victoria greens - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jan 10, 2022
Colwood makes new park stairs paw-friendly - Victoria News, Jan 8, 2022
Colwood launches new traffic dashboard - Victoria News, Jan 7, 2022
Cat rescuer uses 100-foot crane to bring down feline trapped in Colwood tree - Times Colonist, Jan 5, 2022
Cat owner ecstatic after Colwood crane operator rescues pet stuck in tree for 24 hours - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jan 3, 2022
‘A department to be proud of’: Colwood Fire Rescue marks 75 years serving community - Saanich News, Jan 1, 2022
December 2021
West Shore crews work overtime to keep on top of Jack Frost - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Dec 30, 2021
Thousands raised for Goldstream Food Bank thanks to Santa and West Shore fire departments - Saanich News, Dec 24, 2021
New Colwood wilderness trail connects mountain communities to beaches below - CTV News, Dec 17, 2021
Classic Colwood cafe closing, new restaurant coming - Saanich News, Dec 17, 2021
New Colwood trail aims to connects mountains to beaches as part of growing network - Chek News, Dec 17, 2021
Colwood adds Applegate Trail to growing pathway network - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 16, 2021
Sangster students shine at outdoor holiday concert - The Discourse, Dec 15, 2021
Artist creates, hides driftwood owl sculptures in Colwood - Chek News, Dec 14, 2021
Santa Go Round returns to the West Shore this month - Victoria News, Dec 10, 2021
Santa Go Round returns to the West Shore this month - Victoria News, Dec 10, 2021
Indigenous artist’s work graces Lagoon Beach washroom doors in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 9, 2021
Indigenous artist’s work graces Lagoon Beach washroom doors in Colwood - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 9, 2021
Colwood hosting free holiday concert Friday night - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 8, 2021
Royal Bay proposal goes against original plan, Colwood homeowner association says - Saanich News, Dec 7, 2021
Driftwood owl sculptures now hidden along Colwood trail - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 4, 2021
Colwood yard waste drop-off set for Dec. 4, 18 - Goldstream News, Dec 3, 2021
City of Colwood receives signage improvements for visitors and residents - Sign Media, Dec 3, 2021
UPDATE: Dog dies in morning house fire in Colwood - Victoria News, Dec 2, 2021
Scaled-up Colwood star shines down on city for second year - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 2, 2021
Public hearings Wednesday night for pair of Colwood developments - Saanich News, Dec 1, 2021
Colwood developing neighbourhood wayfinding strategy - Saanich News, Dec 1, 2021
November 2021
Sooke, Colwood and Langford schools switch it up for 10,000 Tonight food drive - Victoria News, Nov 27, 2021
Volunteers sought for invasive species removal Saturday at Colwood park - Goldstream News, Nov 26, 2021
Colwood kicks off development on sections of Royal Bay with bylaw approval - Oak Bay News, Nov 26, 2021
Holiday shopping transforms Pendray House in Colwood - Saanich News, Nov 25, 2021
Holiday shopping transforms Pendray House in Colwood - Saanich News, Nov 25, 2021
Greater Victoria Green Team tackles invasive in Colwood park - Saanich News, Nov 20, 2021
What is British Columbia? Royal Roads University featured in Jeopardy! clue - Victoria News, Nov 18, 2021
City of Colwood greenlights seven cycling, sidewalk upgrades - Saanich News, Nov 16, 2021
New Community Health Centre Coming to Westshore - Business Examiner, Nov 15, 2021
Province announces new Colwood community health centre set to open next spring - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Nov 12, 2021
Province announces new community health centre in Colwood - CTV News, Nov 12, 2021
Community health centre for West Shore residents to open in Colwood next spring - Times Colonist, Nov 12, 2021
Colwood woman creates 100 crochet poppies for 100th anniversary of remembrance symbol - CTV News, Nov 10, 2021
Colwood pharmacy takes old-school approach to client relationships - Saanich News, Nov 6, 2021
Performing arts group makes new pitch to Colwood council for facility - Victoria News, Nov 4, 2021
October 2021
Cycling infrastructure outside Victoria limited to painted lanes, 'bits and pieces,' advocate says - Times Colonist, Oct 30, 2021
$205-million dementia care neighbourhood coming to Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 28, 2021
Colwood school, Sooke School District promote healing, reconciliation education - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Oct 28, 2021
New Royal BC Museum facility in Colwood raises stakes for design - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Oct 27, 2021
Colwood Elementary unveils new outdoor learning space - Saanich News, Oct 27, 2021
Royal BC Museum mobile learning unit hits Colwood this weekend - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Oct 23, 2021
Netflix crew leaves Colwood preschool with permanent makeover - Saanich News, Oct 22, 2021
Colwood council rejects protected bike lanes in redesign of Veterans, Wishart Road - Saanich News, Oct 21, 2021
Colwood council rejects protected bike lanes in redesign of Veterans, Wishart Road - Saanich News, Oct 20, 2021
West Shore RCMP sees 13 per cent increase in crime reports during first half of 2021 - Saanich News, Oct 19, 2021
West Shore firefighters gear up for Halloween fun - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Oct 19, 2021
Colwood’s proposed changes for Esquimalt Lagoon area under scrutiny - Oak Bay News, Oct 8, 2021
Royal Roads University unveils new conference centre at site of old pool in Colwood - Saanich News, Oct 8, 2021
Hundreds gather in Colwood in the spirit of reconciliation - The Discourse, Oct 5, 2021
September 2021
Orca exhibit’s run at RBCM extended until spring - Times Colonist, Sep 22, 2021
Jack Knox: Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke: In bedroom communities, housing costs a key issue - Times Colonist, Sep 9, 2021
Royal Roads University opens vaccination clinics to the public in Colwood - Victoria News, Sep 3, 2021
Rental crisis in Victoria sees large community of people living out of vehicles at Esquimalt Lagoon - Victoria Buzz, Sep 2, 2021
August 2021
Colwood extends deadline for input on changes at Esquimalt Lagoon - Saanich News, Aug 25, 2021
E-bikes, buses, trains and ferries: Colwood’s vision for a less car-centred future - The Discourse, Aug 24, 2021
E-bikes, buses, trains and ferries: Colwood’s vision for a less car-centred future - The Discourse, Aug 24, 2021
New Arts and Culture Society of Colwood seeks community support - Saanich News, Aug 22, 2021
Survey takes the pulse of Colwood business - Saanich News, Aug 20, 2021
Colwood approached about becoming site of national park - Times Colonist, Aug 20, 2021
New sidewalk projects to see completion in Colwood in time for back-to-school - Saanich News, Aug 18, 2021
City of Colwood shortlisted as location for new national park - CTV News, Aug 17, 2021
Colwood possible landing spot for federally-funded national park - Chek News, Aug 17, 2021
Colwood in the running for National Urban Park funding - Saanich News, Aug 16, 2021
Bhangra sensation Gurdeep Pandher set to take stage on Vancouver Island - The Province, Aug 6, 2021
Victoria Olympic cyclist says Canada on the right track - Times Colonist, Aug 3, 2021
July 2021
Social-media tips help identify man in museum’s mystery photo - Times Colonist, Jul 30, 2021
Ammonia sensor alarm brings Colwood firefighters to Juan de Fuca arena - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 29, 2021
Federal Liberals peg Colwood councillor as candidate for next election - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 29, 2021
Homeowners balk at Royal Bay property tax exemptions, Colwood councillor pushes back - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jul 28, 2021
Galloping Goose bridge decision expected soon for Colwood - Saanich News, Jul 21, 2021
Work begins on commercial hub at Royal Bay, where thousands of homes are to be built - Times Colonist, Jul 21, 2021
Ground broken in Colwood on retail element of Royal Bay - Saanich News, Jul 20, 2021
Residents weighing in on the future of Colwood parks - Saanich News, Jul 19, 2021
Undetonated WWII mortar discovered by Colwood groundskeeper - Saanich News, Jul 15, 2021
Good Neighbour program aims to keep Colwood connected - Saanich News, Jul 13, 2021
Colwood’s fire chief remembered for devotion, love for community - Saanich News, Jul 10, 2021
Colwood parks alive with music Friday nights - Saanich News, Jul 9, 2021
Memorial for late Colwood fire chief set for Saturday - Saanich News, Jul 6, 2021
Colwood community members band together to remove invasive plants - Saanich News, Jul 6, 2021
Indigenous garden plants seeds for a path to unity in Colwood - Saanich News, Jul 5, 2021
June 2021
West Shore firefighting peers pay tribute to Colwood chief - Victoria News, Jun 30, 2021
Colwood’s Royal Roads University launches climate action leadership masters program - Saanich News, Jun 28, 2021
Royal Bay students embody Colwood school’s new motto: Together We Are More - Saanich News, Jun 26, 2021
Province seeks bids for Royal B.C. Museum complex in Colwood at Royal Bay - Times Colonist, Jun 25, 2021
Royal Roads University installs third rainbow crosswalk at Colwood campus - Oak Bay News, Jun 25, 2021
Colwood mourns sudden death of fire chief - CTV News, Jun 25, 2021
Quality Foods, Cascadia Liquor confirmed for Royal Bay development in Colwood - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 25, 2021
Design/build applications open for Royal B.C. Museum’s new Colwood facility - Victoria News, Jun 25, 2021
Colwood mourns after sudden death of Fire Chief John Cassidy - Times Colonist, Jun 24, 2021
Colwood community speaks out against potential Ocean Boulevard closures - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 23, 2021
Colwood council backtracks on Esquimalt Lagoon road closure - CTV News, Jun 22, 2021
Mayor lobbying for summer weekend closures of beachfront Colwood roadway - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 21, 2021
Decision on whether to close Ocean Boulevard comes as long-term plans unveiled - Times Colonist, Jun 20, 2021
Decision on whether to close Ocean Boulevard comes as long-term plans unveiled - Times Colonist, Jun 20, 2021
Concepts for Colwood beach connector coming to council July 12 - Saanich News, Jun 18, 2021
Colwood unveils new pathway designs for Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV News, Jun 17, 2021
Colwood trail behind Royal Bay Secondary temporarily closed for invasive species removal - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Jun 15, 2021
124 affordable rental homes open in Colwood, most earmarked for Indigenous people - CTV News, Jun 7, 2021
Moving day finally here for Indigenous affordable housing project in Colwood - Saanich News, Jun 7, 2021
SD62, Langford, Colwood and Sooke work towards expanded development - Saanich News, Jun 6, 2021
Upgrades to drainage means lane closures for Metchosin Road traffic in Colwood - Saanich News, Jun 1, 2021
May 2021
Capital region mayors join Colwood's call for West Shore ferry feasibility study - CTV News, May 29, 2021
Colwood promoting commuter ferry via social media - Times Colonist, May 29, 2021
Indigenous housing building in Colwood almost ready for occupancy - Vancouver Island Free Daily, May 26, 2021
Greater Victoria riders go the distance to support - Vancouver Island Free Daily, May 25, 2021
Homophobic slurs painted on rainbow crosswalk at Colwood school - CBC, May 17, 2021
Freshly painted pride flag crosswalk at Colwood high school defaced with homophobic slurs - Chek News, May 17, 2021
Rainbow crosswalk at Colwood high school marred by anti-gay graffiti - Times Colonist, May 17, 2021
Two men arrested after rainbow crosswalk vandalized with homophobic slurs at Royal Bay school - Chek News, May 17, 2021
Little Free Plant Stands sprout in Colwood - Times Colonist, May 16, 2021
Colwood agrees to 5% tax increase for 2021, deferring some expenses to next year - Oak Bay News, May 16, 2021
12-year-old athlete overcomes adversity, donates gear to kids who can't play - CTV News, May 15, 2021
Colwood, developer sign development deal for waterfront lands - Times Colonist, May 13, 2021
Colwood Garden Society hopes to raise shed with plant sale - Saanich News, May 13, 2021
Electronics, credit cards taken from Netflix series set found in Colwood home - Saanich News, May 13, 2021
Sooke Road reopens after gas leak at Colwood Corners - Victoria News, May 12, 2021
Colwood signs agreement to bring nearly 3,000 homes, seaside village to Royal Beach - Chek News, May 12, 2021
Colwood signs deal to build nearly 3,000 homes at Royal Beach - CTV News, May 12, 2021
Colwood signs development agreement for Royal Beach at old quarry - Oak Bay News, May 12, 2021
Colwood council gets back to work after voting against 9.3% property tax hike - Saanich News, May 11, 2021
Colwood goslings inspire new moms to consider priceless moments of parenthood - CTV News, May 10, 2021
Colwood votes on property tax increase that could be as high as 9.3% - Saanich News, May 10, 2021
Auto dealership planned for West Shore to be one of Island’s largest - Times Colonist, May 8, 2021
Master-planned community at Royal Bay the ideal place to buy your dream home - Times Colonist, May 6, 2021
Colwood author Esi Edugyan giving talk May 6 about her research and writing process - Saanich News, May 5, 2021
Check out what’s new at this totally REFRESHED Colwood grocery! - Goldstream News, May 3, 2021
Former PFC captain de Jong begins post-playing career as youth soccer instructor - Times Colonist, May 1, 2021
April 2021
Langford man arrested after Colwood city hall broken into, municipal truck stolen - Saanich News, Apr 29, 2021
Temporary traffic calming measures coming to four Colwood streets - Saanich News, Apr 28, 2021
Industrial condo space sprouts in Victoria - The Globe and Mail, Apr 27, 2021
West Shore councils endorse proposal to pause wolf-hunting - Saanich News, Apr 25, 2021
Little Free Plant Stands sprouting in Colwood - Saanich News, Apr 24, 2021
CRD continues to look at potential ferry between West Shore, downtown Victoria - CTV News, Apr 22, 2021
Colwood-Victoria ferry idea still making waves - Times Colonist, Apr 22, 2021
Restored water wheel returns to Japanese Garden at Royal Roads in Colwood - Saanich News, Apr 19, 2021
Temporary patios back on for Colwood restaurants - Saanich News, Apr 19, 2021
Colwood speaker series celebrates Earth Month - Saanich News, Apr 18, 2021
Psychedelic food truck the next thing for veteran’s wife in Colwood - Saanich News, Apr 16, 2021
Colwood pitches $100 property tax hike - Oak Bay News, Apr 14, 2021
Colwood’s Royal Bay could be home to new long-term care facilities - Oak Bay News, Apr 14, 2021
AstraZeneca vaccinations continue at Colwood pharmacy - Oak Bay News, Apr 13, 2021
Colwood Fire Rescue refreshes public on burning bylaws - Oak Bay News, Apr 9, 2021
Colwood pharmacy vaccinating those aged 55 to 65 this weekend with special clinic - Oak Bay News, Apr 9, 2021
Colwood fire called to gas leak at Wishart Elementary - Saanich News, Apr 6, 2021
BYOB – your own bike, that is, for free tune-ups in Colwood - Goldstream News, Apr 2, 2021
Car-loving cat becomes inspiring co-pilot on road of life - CTV News, Apr 1, 2021
March 2021
Colwood hosts food trucks at Lagoon Beach over long weekend - Saanich News, Mar 31, 2021
Renovations on schedule at Juan de Fuca Rec Centre in Colwood - Saanich News, Mar 29, 2021
Colwood denies rezoning application from proposed daycare site - Saanich News, Mar 26, 2021
Colwood hosting prosperity roundtable online March 30 - Saanich News, Mar 19, 2021
Colwood celebrates grand opening of unique playground in Royal Bay - Saanich News, Mar 18, 2021
B.C. city installs new signs to enable easier navigation - Sign Media, Mar 18, 2021
Colwood funds creative projects, from Indigenous plant garden to Emily Carr info - Saanich News, Mar 16, 2021
Colwood Looks to Update Parking Bylaws, Could Consider Paid Parking - Saanich News, Mar 15, 2021
Colwood plans for multiple new sidewalks - Saanich News, Mar 14, 2021
Colwood custodian’s dachshund-inspired cleaning program a delight for students - Saanich News, Mar 13, 2021
Colwood pitches up to $488,000 towards affordable housing project - Goldstream News, Mar 9, 2021
Two-month investigation leads West Shore RCMP to seize ‘substantial quantities’ of drugs - Oak Bay News, Mar 9, 2021
Proposed West Shore daycare stirs up controversy amongst neighbours - Goldstream News, Mar 8, 2021
Colwood church builds little library - Victoria News, Mar 6, 2021
Road work hinders Colwood drivers in Royal Bay - Oak Bay News, Mar 5, 2021
February 2021
Sooke Road down to single lane for water main connection - Victoria News, Feb 25, 2021
Fighting fire a family affair for Colwood Assistant Chief Greg Chow - Goldstream News, Feb 24, 2021
‘Signgate’ springs up in Colwood over Havenwood area development proposal - Oak Bay News, Feb 21, 2021
Four-storey housing complex on the horizon for Colwood - Victoria News, Feb 17, 2021
West Shore daycare struggles for zoning approval of new location - Victoria News, Feb 16, 2021
Colwood teen unofficially breaks world record for most Rubik’s cubes solved while hula hooping - Oak Bay News, Feb 13, 2021
Ambitious plans for Colwood waterfront improvements underway - Goldstream News, Feb 10, 2021
VIDEO: Colwood talks snow and ice removal - Peninsula News Review, Feb 10, 2021
Oh deer! Firefighters free baby deer stuck in Colwood gate - CTV News, Feb 5, 2021
January 2021
Quality Foods plans new Royal Bay store, boosts employee wages - Times Colonist, Jan 30, 2021
Havenwood Park supporters oppose next phase of Colwood development - Goldstream News, Jan 28, 2021
Colwood crowned Canada’s sexiest town of the year ahead of Valentine’s Day - Victoria Buzz, Jan 27, 2021
Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre brings daycare centre to Colwood - Victoria News, Jan 27, 2021
Registration for new child-care spaces in Colwood starts next week - CTV Vancouver Island, Jan 27, 2021
Dramatic crash highlights need for sidewalks, say Colwood residents - Saanich News, Jan 25, 2021
Colwood homeowner burns plastic in fireplace, causes emergency response - Saanich News, Jan 24, 2021
Commercial/industrial development planned for former Galaxy Motors site - Saanich News, Jan 20, 2021
Cowichan Tribes’ Costa Canna cannabis store opens in Colwood - Saanich News, Jan 16, 2021
B.C. willing to consider Colwood’s request for commuter ferry study - CHEK News, Jan 12, 2021
Three light-industrial buildings proposed for Island Highway on Colwood strip - Times Colonist, Jan 7, 2021
Colwood mayor pitches 10 acres for gondola, parking - Saanich News, Jan 5, 2021
MAYOR’S REPORT: Major developments on horizon for Colwood - Goldstream News, Jan 4, 2021
Dam safety upgrades complete, popular swimming spot in Colwood opens - Saanich News, Jan 4, 2021
New year off to a busy start for Colwood Fire Rescue - Saanich News, Jan 4, 2021
PHOTOS: West Shore skatepark dream inches closer to reality one bottle at a time - Victoria News, Jan 3, 2021
Juan de Fuca pool to reopen in Colwood after 10-month shutdown for COVID - Saanich News, Jan 1, 2021
Looking back at the top West Shore stories of 2020 - Goldstream News, Jan 1, 2021
December 2020
VIDEO: Colwood teacher shares Christmas song with more than 200 student voices - Goldstream News, Dec 23, 2020
Heavy erosion closes Colwood’s Royal Beach access to waterfront walkway - Goldstream News, Dec 22, 2020
Colwood elementary students pin artwork to school fence to spread positivity - Victoria News, Dec 16, 2020
Santa Go Round still a go, Colwood COVID style - Golldstream News, Dec 15, 2020
Colwood sparkles with Christmas lights for second year - Golldstream News, Dec 10, 2020
Driftwood artist crafts custom sign in Colwood - Golldstream News, Dec 9, 2020
Colwood transition house provides shelter, support for struggling military veterans - CTV Vancouver Island, Dec 1, 2020
November 2020
Famed Colwood landmark lighthouse celebrates 160 years - Victoria News, Nov 16, 2020
Charla Huber: Colwood's boom is good for everyone - Times Colonist, Nov 15, 2020
West Shore Parks and Rec surveys youth ahead of 2021 programs - Victoria News, Nov 14, 2020
Comment: A new path forward in creating safe and healthy communities - Times Colonist, Nov 12, 2020
Colwood seeks solution as rabbits run rampant in Royal Bay - Goldstream News, Nov 11, 2020
Royal Bay’s newest coffee shop made of shipping containers completes first week - Victoria News, Nov 11, 2020
Colwood mayor voices need for bridge to improve Galloping Goose trail - Victoria News, Nov 4, 2020
PHOTOS: Pumpkins pop up along Veterans Memorial Parkway in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 3, 2020
PHOTOS: Pumpkins pop up along Veterans Memorial Parkway in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 3, 2020
Mayor of Colwood hopes federal money will flow to fix notorious jaywalking section of the Galloping Goose trail - CBC All Points West Audio, Nov 3, 2020
October 2020
Colwood seeks funds to bridge 'biggest gap' on Galloping Goose - Times Colonist, Oct 30, 2020
Colwood hoping to build overpass at Island Highway - CTV Vancouver Island, Oct 29, 2020
Langford, Colwood, Sidney lead south Island in housing starts - Victoria News, Oct 22, 2020
Work at Colwood's Lookout Brook Dam nearly complete - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Oct 21, 2020
‘No longer the sleepy town’: Colwood mayor reflects on halfway mark of term - Goldstream News, Oct 14, 2020
Booming Colwood: Hundreds of millions of dollars in projects - Times Colonist, Oct 13, 2020
How Colwood made Western Investor’s top five list - Western Investor, Oct 13, 2020
September 2020
Les Leyne: Minister didn't like idea of Colwood ferry - Times Colonist, Sep 26, 2020
Editorial: Colwood-Victoria ferry should be launched as soon as possible - Times Colonist, Sep 22, 2020
Colwood mayor unhappy after passenger ferry not considered high priority by province - CHEK News, Sep 20, 2020
Commuter ferry should be a transportation priority, Colwood mayor says - Times Colonist, Sep 19, 2020
Royal B.C. Museum to expand in $14-million Colwood site - Vancouver Sun, Sep 19, 2020
Royal BC Museum to expand in $14-million Colwood site - The Province, Sep 18, 2020
Royal BC Museum granted new facility for archives, collections and research department - The Globe and Mail, Sep 18, 2020
Royal B.C. Museum to get new research building to help accessibility - National Post, Sep 18, 2020
Royal B.C. Museum to get new research building to help accessibility - Alaska Highway News, Sep 18, 2020
New energy-efficient building to protect B.C.’s history - BC Gov News, Sep 18, 2020
New branch of Royal BC Museum to be built in Colwood - Victoria News, Sep 18, 2020
New Royal BC Museum facility to open in Colwood - CTV Vancouver Island, Sep 18, 2020
Royal B.C. Museum getting a new building in Colwood for collections, archives and research - Times Colonist, Sep 18, 2020
BC government to build a new major satellite facility for Royal BC Museum - The Daily Hive, Sep 18, 2020
Royal BC Museum to add new ‘state of the art’ facility in Colwood - CHEK News, Sep 18, 2020
$26-million Victoria Shipyards office and warehouse complex proposed for Colwood - Times Colonist, Sep 10, 2020
Seaspan Victoria Shipyards joins Colwood’s Allandale District - Douglas Magazine, Sep 9, 2020
New tenant announced for Colwood’s Allandale District - Goldstream News, Sep 9, 2020
August 2020
$100-million project pitched for 20 acres in Colwood - Times Colonist, Aug 14, 2020
Housing starts on par with last year, with construction focused in West Shore - Times Colonist, Aug 12, 2020
Royal Beach Q&A with Georgia Desjardins of Seacliff Properties, developer of the 134-acre Colwood project - Citified Victoria, Aug 10, 2020
LETTER: Keep Ocean Boulevard closed - Goldstream News, Aug 9, 2020
Ocean Boulevard could open after Labour Day - Goldstream News, Aug 5, 2020
Colwood climbing: How Royal Bay will remake Greater Victoria’s West Shore - Vancouver Island Free Daily, Aug 1, 2020
July 2020
Pop-up seaside cinema comes to Colwood beach this weekend - Victoria News, Jul 31, 2020
Pop-up drive-in movies airing in Colwood this weekend - CTV Vancouver Island, Jul 31, 2020
Royal Bay development in Colwood looks towards next phases - saanich news, Jul 27, 2020
LETTER: Reopen Ocean Boulevard to vehicles - Goldstream News, Jul 26, 2020
Colwood’s Lookout Brook Dam upgrades to start after swimming season - Victoria News, Jul 25, 2020
Colwood approves plans to expand Royal Bay development - Victoria News, Jul 21, 2020
Colwood park brush fire believed to be human-caused - Victoria News, Jul 20, 2020
Human behaviour dramatically changing bird habits in Esquimalt Lagoon - Goldstream News, Jul 17, 2020
Colwood approves Royal Bay expansion; up to 2,100 homes - Times Colonist, Jul 17, 2020
Popular octopus art stolen from Colwood neighbourhood - Goldstream News, Jul 15, 2020
June 2020
Ocean Boulevard stays closed to traffic through summer - Times Colonist, Jun 25, 2020
Survey: 61% want through traffic back along Ocean Boulevard - Times Colonist, Jun 19, 2020
What you can expect on property taxes all over the Island - Times Colonist, Jun 14, 2020
Ocean Boulevard gate to reopen Tuesday - Times Colonist, Jun 9, 2020
May 2020
Keep open, close or partially close road along Esquimalt Lagoon? - Times Colonist, May 28, 2020
Colwood eyes upgrades to recreation area near Lookout Lake Dam - Goldstream News, May 25, 2020
Colwood reopens parks and beaches in time for the long weekend - CHEK News, May 14, 2020
April 2020
COVID-19 forces the B.C. restaurant industry to adapt to a new economic reality - BC Business, Apr 29, 2020
More than half of Canadian companies saw earnings drop amid COVID-19: survey - Global News, Apr 29, 2020
Cuts are coming to city halls across B.C. Here's what you need to know - CBC News, Apr 29, 2020
COVID-19: What it's like to leave a tent city for a hotel room - Vancouver Sun, Apr 29, 2020
Island Rail Corridor condition assessment released - BC Gov News, Apr 28, 2020
Trudeau and premiers agree: This is what's necessary for provinces to start reopening - CTV News, Apr 28, 2020
Getting Victoria-Langford rail travel back on track would cost $600M: province - CTV Vancouver Island, Apr 28, 2020
B.C. wants to learn from New Zealand, other provinces before opening schools - Times Colonist, Apr 28, 2020
B.C. premier to announce easing of COVID-19 restrictions in 'coming days and weeks' - CTV News, Apr 28, 2020
Domestic violence organizations prepare for possible surge due to COVID-19 isolation - CBC News, Apr 28, 2020
Coronavirus spread slowing in Canada; death rate rises due to long-term care fatalities - Global News, Apr 28, 2020
Canadian Coast Guard to discourage U.S. boaters from visiting Vancouver Island during COVID-19 - CTV News, Apr 28, 2020
Colwood Council ponders zero percent tax hike - CFAX 1070, Apr 13, 2020
Les Leyne: Langford is breaking ranks with virus test - Times Colonist, Apr 2, 2020
March 2020
COVID-19: A roundup of park and recreation closures across Greater Victoria - Victoria News, Mar 27, 2020
BC Bans resale of food, medical and cleaning supplies, limits quantities - Goldstream News, Mar 26, 2020
Temporary homeless shelters in Victoria parks spark concern with neighbours - CTV Vancouver Island, Mar 25, 2020
B.C. promises up to $500 monthly in rent support amid COVID-19 - Victoria News, Mar 25, 2020
What you need to know about the new COVID-19 benefits program - CBC News, Mar 25, 2020
Youth does not make you 'immune' to COVID-19, VicPD reminds public after breaking up house party - CTV Vancouver Island, Mar 22, 2020
Island Health facilities now only open for essential visits - Goldstream News, Mar 21, 2020
Greater Victoria School District and municipalities closing playgrounds to reduce virus spread - Times Colonist, Mar 20, 2020
West Shore Parks and Rec closes its doors Tuesday amid COVID-19 concerns - Victoria News, Mar 18, 2020
Prime Minister announces more support for workers and businesses through Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan - Prime Minister News, Mar 18, 2020
Coronavirus: Canada’s big banks to allow mortgage payment deferrals - Global News, Mar 18, 2020
Greater Victoria fire departments restrict duties in light of COVID-19 - Victoria News, Mar 18, 2020
Island recreation centres, municipal offices close to limit virus spread - Times Colonist, Mar 17, 2020
Joint statement on Province of B.C.'s COVID-19 response, latest updates - BC Ministry of Health, Mar 17, 2020
All B.C. public schools will be closed for now over COVID-19 concerns - CTV News, Mar 17, 2020
Colwood to consider satellite firehall in Royal Bay - Goldstream News, Mar 16, 2020
February 2020
$730,370 dam fix to protect ‘hidden gem’ - Times Colonist, Feb 26, 2020
Upgrades for Colwood’s Brook Creek Dam pouring in - Goldstream News, Feb 24, 2020
Climate group demands free transit for all Capital region youth - Victoria News, Feb 24, 2020
Save-On-Foods signage appears at Colwood Corners - Victoria News, Feb 22, 2020
Development will bring 77 new homes to Colwood - Victoria News, Feb 22, 2020
Saanich wins 2020 Small Business BC award at Vancouver gala - Victoria News, Feb 22, 2020
SD62 asks Colwood to help fund crossing guard at Wishart Elementary - Victoria News, Feb 21, 2020
BC Ferries celebrates addition of hybrid ships - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Feb 19, 2020
Colwood family moves out as six inches of water moves in from flooded neighbouring property - Sooke News Mirror, Feb 7, 2020
Colwood Dairy and Cheese House up for heritage designation - Victoria News, Feb 6, 2020
January 2020
Colwood mayor says increased service better option than free youth transit passes - Victoria News, Jan 30, 2020
Langford ranks as fastest growing community in B.C. - Victoria News, Jan 28, 2020
Colwood asks public for online feedback on four-year strategic plan - Victoria News, Jan 28, 2020
Developer hosts open house on future of Royal Bay community - Goldstream News, Jan 25, 2020
Colwood school’s mascot embarks on cross-country journey - Victoria News, Jan 25, 2020
Colwood promises to fix potholes, road issues on Ocean Boulevard - Victoria News, Jan 24, 2020
PHOTOS: Colwood middle school students let sparks fly at trades workshop - Goldstream News, Jan 24, 2020
Island program lets middle school students try out trades - CTV Vancouver Island, Jan 23, 2020
Colwood, Saanich finalists for B.C. small business awards - Victoria News, Jan 23, 2020
4 Vancouver Island communities among finalists for B.C. business awards - CTV Vancouver Island, Jan 22, 2020
Colwood approves new single-lane roundabout at intersection - Victoria News, Jan 19, 2020
Colwood approves new single-lane roundabout at intersection with ‘immediate need for improvement’ - Goldstream News, Jan 19, 2020
Hydro pole fire closes portion of Metchosin Road in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jan 17, 2020
Shoveling, parking tips to prepare West Shore residents for overnight snowfall - Saanich News, Jan 14, 2020
Sooke Road clear after traffic back up due to crash involving two cars, cyclist - Goldstream News, Jan 9, 2020
Three penalties in three years for blasting firm working Allandale lands in Colwood - Victoria News, Jan 9, 2020
Three penalties in three years for blasting firm working Allandale lands in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jan 9, 2020
West Shore makes certain roads a priority for snow removal - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 7, 2020
Roof at Colwood Corners collapses, closing shops - Times Colonist, Jan 7, 2020
Student in hospital after being struck by vehicle in Colwood crosswalk - Times Colonist, Jan 7, 2020
Royal Bay student hit by driver while heading to first day of 2020 classes - Victoria News, Jan 6, 2020
Six months of blasting planned for Allendale Road property - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 3, 2020
LETTER: Spirit of giving is alive - Victoria News, Jan 2, 2020
Five West Shore mayors look back on 2019 - Goldstream News, Jan 1, 2020
Hundreds, watched by thousands, take icy swim to welcome 2020 - Times Colonist, Jan 1, 2020
December 2019
Year in review: Top issues on the West Shore in 2019 - Victoria News, Dec 31, 2019
‘Kelsey the Kestrel’ replaces stolen ‘Eddie the Eagle’ driftwood sculpture in Colwood - Victoria News, Dec 29, 2019
‘Eddie the Eagle’ sculpture stolen in Colwood - Victoria News, Dec 29, 2019
Who stole Eddie the eagle? Prized statue stolen from Colwood park - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Dec 28, 2019
Bear-protection push ramps up: 12 tickets, 50 warnings on Island - Times Colonist, Dec 27, 2019
Colwood this holiday season showcases magic of the community - Victoria News, Dec 25, 2019
5 places where you can do a polar bear swim in Greater Victoria - Victoria News, Dec 22, 2019
ICBC sorry for suggesting deceased B.C. Mountie liable for on-duty deadly crash - Times Colonist, Dec 21, 2019
Busy time on F Jetty in Colwood - Lookout News, Dec 17, 2019
Housing starts, value of building permits down across Greater Victoria - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 16, 2019
Royal Bay students hope to break records for West Shore’s largest food drive - Victoria News, Dec 10, 2019
Colwood tops Grumpy Taxpayer$ 2019 Candy Cane Awards - Victoria News, Dec 9, 2019
Victoria’s Christmas bird count set to take flight - Victoria News, Dec 8, 2019
WestShore Skatepark Coalition faces uphill battle as costs jump $166,000 - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2019
PHOTOS: City of Colwood hosts a ‘heartwarming start’ to the holidays - Goldstream News, Dec 5, 2019
West Shore sees drop in traffic violations - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 5, 2019
Colwood park gets Christmas makeover just in time for the holidays - Goldstream News, Dec 4, 2019
Colwood expands only public community garden in the city - Goldstream News, Dec 1, 2019
Open house for proposed tallest mass timber building on Vancouver Island - Victoria News, Dec 1, 2019
November 2019
Philanthropist urges leaders to build senior long-term, hospice care in West Shore - Victoria News, Nov 29, 2019
EXCLUSIVE: West Shore seniors forced to relocate, no hospice care - Sooke News Mirror, Nov 28, 2019
A Victoria city councillor is challenging public officials take part in a week-long transit challenge - CBC News Audio, Nov 21, 2019
Road closure in Lagoon neighborhood due to 35-home Seafield development - Goldstream News, Nov 21, 2019
Drive-thru no-go: Tim Hortons wouldn't serve B.C. mother on an e-bike - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Nov 21, 2019
Road closure in Lagoon neighborhood due to 35-home Seafield development - Victoria News, Nov 21, 2019
Colwood asks public for Lookout Lake photos from before 1958 - Victoria News, Nov 21, 2019
Sooke School District sees huge technology equipment upgrade - CTV Vancouver Island, Nov 18, 2019
New West Shore offices for provincial staff; no need for Victoria commute - Times Colonist, Nov 14, 2019
Colwood house helps homeless veterans get back on their feet - Victoria News, Nov 11, 2019
Colwood artists bring nature to the streets of the city - Victoria News, Nov 9, 2019
Remembrance Day services: where to pay your respects in Greater Victoria - Victoria News, Nov 8, 2019
Camosun students clean up stretch along Ocean Boulevard for class project - Victoria News, Nov 8, 2019
Greater Victoria mayors reach urban deer standstill with province - Victoria News, Nov 6, 2019
October 2019
Colwood man takes Halloween to the next level with 450 pumpkin display - Goldstream News, Oct 31, 2019
Explore: Get in the Halloween spirit at one of Greater Victoria's bonfires - Times Colonist, Oct 31, 2019
Time to get connected at Coast Collective - Monday Magazine, Oct 30, 2019
Monique Keiran: Tree-planting plan sounds great, but could be knotty - Times Colonist, Oct 27, 2019
Best of the West Shore Awards winners announced - Goldstream News, Oct 25, 2019
‘It’s very concerning’: Police increase patrols after Colwood break-in - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Oct 24, 2019
Kiwanis Club expands to West Shore - Goldstream News, Oct 23, 2019
Blue box day is changing for some West Shore residents, says CRD - Victoria News, Oct 22, 2019
Province explores new BC Ferries routes across Vancouver Island - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Oct 22, 2019
Overflowing garbage bin attracts Colwood councillor’s attention - Goldstream News, Oct 17, 2019
Coast Collective ready to Raise the Roof with Langford art auction - Victoria News, Oct 15, 2019
Free firework safety courses coming to the West Shore right before Halloween - Goldstream News, Oct 14, 2019
Crash snarls traffic in Colwood - Saanich News, Oct 10, 2019
LETTER: Merge lane too short at dangerous Sooke Road intersection - Victoria News, Oct 10, 2019
New ‘dusk to dawn’ parking signs limit overnight parking at Esquimalt Lagoon - Victoria News, Oct 9, 2019
Young mom spreads kindness through painted rocks - CTV Vancouver Island, Oct 8, 2019
‘Our goal is to heal families’: Colwood woman shares why she’s been a foster parent for 25 years - Goldstream News, Oct 7, 2019
Volkswagen van catches fire in Colwood parking lot - Goldstream News, Oct 6, 2019
Colwood firefighters put out fire in van's engine compartment fast - Times Colonist, Oct 6, 2019
Hair today, gone tomorrow: Colwood mayor shaves head for Tour de Rock - Oak Bay News, Oct 3, 2019
Bear wandering the West Shore last week was relocated, conservation officer says - Goldstream News, Oct 1, 2019
September 2019
Colwood park home to 100 new trees - Victoria News, Sep 27, 2019
Plans for new crosswalk in Colwood and re-design of intersection - Victoria News, Sep 27, 2019
Thirteen B.C. communities signal commitment to mass timber - Journal of Commerce, Sep 26, 2019
City of Colwood takes home UBCM award for sustainable infrastrucuture - Victoria News, Sep 25, 2019
Colwood taking steps to improve intersection safety after two motor vehicle incidents in one week - Goldstream News, Sep 23, 2019
Building Boom: Royal Bay a game-changer in West Shore expansion - CHEK News VIDEO, Sep 16, 2019
Off-duty firefighters perform life-saving CPR at Victoria Shamrocks game - CTV Vancouver Island, Sep 16, 2019
Colwood square dancing open house to welcome in new dancers - Goldstream News, Sep 16, 2019
Off-duty Colwood, Langford firefighters perform life-saving CPR at Victoria Shamrocks game - CHEK News, Sep 13, 2019
164 rental apartments, convenience store and coffee shop eyed for lot next to Royal Bay Secondary in Colwood - Citified Victoria, Sep 12, 2019
Controlled burn in Metchosin leaves smoke in the region - Victoria News, Sep 12, 2019
Off-duty Colwood, Langford firefighters save life at Shamrocks - Victoria News, Sep 11, 2019
Victoria photographer captures rare lightning storm [from Perimeter Park in Colwood] - CTV Vancouver Island, Sep 8, 2019
‘Firefighting is not a job for everyone’: Greater Victoria fire chiefs - Oak Bay News, Sep 8, 2019
Vancouver Island boasts 7 top places to retire in Canada: magazine - CTV Vancouver Island, Sep 6, 2019
New and improved culture and recreation centres coming to six BC communities - Newswire, Sep 6, 2019
Coast Collective Gallery: Varied genres and styles on exhibit this fall - Monday Magazine, Sep 4, 2019
Spontaneous combustion causes Sunday morning fire in Colwood - Victoria News, Sep 1, 2019
August 2019
Colwood firefighters use Jaws of Life free trapped puppy - CTV Vancouver Island, Aug 29, 2019
Tallest mass timber building on Vancouver Island could come to Colwood Corners - Victoria News, Aug 29, 2019
Colwood eyes upgrades to shore up 60-year-old dam - Victoria News, Aug 28, 2019
Colwood’s Lookout Lake gets reprieve; dam may be repaired - Times Colonist, Aug 27, 2019
Astor Trophy: Junior golf team up for national glory - Times Colonist, Aug 27, 2019
Colwood council to decide future of Lookout Lake - CTV Vancouver Island, Aug 26, 2019
No head trauma for eight-week-old puppy that got head stuck in fence - Victoria News, Aug 26, 2019
Vancouver Island castle named top movie tourism destination - CTV Vancouver Island, Aug 23, 2019
Cycling fans in for treat with busy weekend at Colwood velodrome - Times Colonist, Aug 22, 2019
Colwood’s Hatley Castle makes top 10 list of movie locations to travel to - Victoria News, Aug 22, 2019
Royal Colwood to play host to international Astor Trophy - Times Colonist, Aug 21, 2019
Blasting in Colwood’s Allandale property rattles neighbours - Goldstream News, Aug 16, 2019
Construction site blast showers Colwood street with rocks and boulders - CFAX 1070, Aug 16, 2019
Exhibit of colourful ‘living life’ paintings kick off busy August at Coast Collective Gallery - Victoria News, Aug 16, 2019
Road closures for Saturday’s Tour de Victoria bicycling festival - Times Colonist, Aug 15, 2019
Colwood Council to decide future of Lookout Brook Dam - CFAX 1070, Aug 15, 2019
UPDATE: Sooke Road reopens after early morning crash sends two to hospital - Victoria News, Aug 14, 2019
Sooke Road reopens after crash leaves 2 men with serious injuries - CTV Vancouver Island, Aug 14, 2019
Esquimalt Lagoon washrooms get screened from view in Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 12, 2019
Colwood, Oak Bay make list of top 25 Canadian communities - Victoria News, Aug 9, 2019
10 best communities to retire in Canada 2019 - Maclean's Magazine, Aug 8, 2019
25 best communities in Canada 2019 - Maclean's Magazine, Aug 8, 2019
Here are the 7 best places to live on Vancouver Island, according to new ranking - CTV Vancouver Island, Aug 8, 2019
Jack Knox: 77-year-old asked for ID to get beer at festival. It’s the rules. - Times Colonist, Aug 3, 2019
July 2019
Colwood resident raises nearly $7,000 for Victoria Hospice - Goldstream News, Jul 25, 2019
New sidewalk, bike lane coming to Metchosin Road near Royal Bay - Victoria News, Jul 23, 2019
Greater Victoria to see all 10 of the electric buses announced by federal-provincial governments - Sooke News Mirror, Jul 19, 2019
Colwood in the lead as 13 Island communities compete in climate challenge to reduce ecological footprint - Sooke News Mirror, Jul 18, 2019
Developers clamour for piece of Vancouver Island - Times Colonist, Jul 18, 2019
Caught on cam: Black bear spotted at Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV Vancouver Island, Jul 15, 2019
Editorial: Colwood-Victoria ferry just one way to ease traffic crunch - Times Colonist, Jul 11, 2019
Colwood council approves idea of passenger-only ferry to downtown Victoria - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2019
New middle-income rental homes coming to Colwood - CTV Vancouver Island, Jul 9, 2019
Middle-class rentals coming to Colwood - Victoria News, Jul 9, 2019
Physician shortage causes West Shore clinic to close on Sundays, floods new clinic with requests - Goldstream News, Jul 4, 2019
Colwood committee votes in favour of West Shore ferry terminal at Royal Bay - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Jul 4, 2019
Colwood passenger ferry plan makes small waves - Victoria News, Jul 3, 2019
June 2019
Colwood and View Royal celebrate Canada Day in historic style - Goldstream News, Jun 30, 2019
City of Colwood looks to create new plan to revitalize Colwood Corners area - Goldstream News, Jun 29, 2019
Food and musical offerings create great times in Colwood - Monday Magazine, Jun 28, 2019
Critical Condition Part 2: What is being done to fix the family doctor shortage? - CHEK News VIDEO, Jun 26, 2019
Critical Condition Part 1: How the family doctor crisis is impacting Island families - CHEK News VIDEO, Jun 26, 2019
Plans for Colwood’s Royal Beach property moving forward Seacliff Properties to hold open house on June 25 - Victoria News, Jun 19, 2019
First Nations elders bless land for Colwood development - Saanich News, Jun 13, 2019
Colwood high school up for sale on Used Victoria in cheeky ad - Goldstream News, Jun 12, 2019
Colwood councillor disciplined for blocking city workers - Times Colonist, Jun 11, 2019
Colwood councillor says she was acting as a citizen in dispute with City staff - Victoria News, Jun 6, 2019
Colwood councillor arrested in December faces potential censure - Goldstream News, Jun 5, 2019
Average Colwood homeowner will see about $56 municipal tax increase - Victoria News, Jun 5, 2019
May 2019
Colwood joins other CRD municipalities in declaring climate emergency - Sooke News Mirror, May 29, 2019
Farewell Stumpy: City of Colwood removes landmark due to safety concerns - Goldstream News, May 24, 2019
Colwood Corners developers teeing up for 2021 move in for first residents - Goldstream News, May 14, 2019
Colwood mourns loss of community leader - Peninsula News Review, May 8, 2019
Colwood explores options for retail cannabis sales - Goldstream News, May 1, 2019
April 2019
Off-leash area for dogs at Colwood’s Esquimalt Lagoon remains - Goldstream News, Apr 26, 2019
Annual Spring Clean Up at Colwood City Hall - Goldstream News, Apr 20, 2019
Construction for Royal Bay Secondary School expansion underway in Colwood - CHEK News VIDEO, Apr 16, 2019
Royal Bay Secondary finally has a growth spurt - Times Colonist, Apr 16, 2019
West Shore Parks and Recreation awarded $1 million to open child care spaces - Victoria News, Apr 15, 2019
No new sewer fees coming to Colwood in 2019 - Sooke News Mirror, Apr 13, 2019
Resolution asking province for more West Shore RCMP funding presented at weekend conference - Goldstream News, Apr 13, 2019
Colwood to install gates on Ocean Boulevard near Esquimalt Lagoon - Sooke News Mirror, Apr 4, 2019
Colwood receives development permit for site preparation on Allandale Road - Goldstream News, Apr 1, 2019
March 2019
West Shore communities taking steps to improve Walk Scores - Goldstream News, Mar 28, 2019
West Shore Parks and Recreation plans new events to make up for concert cancellation - Sooke News Mirror, Mar 25, 2019
Major South Island music festival Rock The Shores cancelled - CTV Vancouver Island, Mar 25, 2019
West Shore Parks and Recreation plans new events to make up for concert cancellation - Goldstream News, Mar 25, 2019
Traffic lights coming to busy intersection near Royal Bay Secondary School - Goldstream News, Mar 25, 2019
Rock The Shores not coming back for 2019 - CHEK News, Mar 24, 2019
Saanich proposes unique approach towards the regulation of recreational marijuana Regulations vary across the Greater Victoria region - Sooke News Mirror, Mar 24, 2019
This summer’s Rock the Shores music festival cancelled - Times Colonist, Mar 23, 2019
82 new rental units available in Colwood - Sooke News Mirror, Mar 22, 2019
Colwood discusses parcel tax to help pay for sewer repair and replacement - Goldstream News, Mar 22, 2019
Saanich mayor to ask CRD to study on uniting region’s fire dispatch - Sooke News Mirror, Mar 21, 2019
Editorial: Commuting by ferry - Times Colonist, Mar 21, 2019
Replacing Juan de Fuca curling rink with dry floor a good move for taxpayers, says West Shore Parks & Recreation - Goldstream News, Mar 20, 2019
$644-million CRD budget will cost some taxpayers much more, others less - Times Colonist, Mar 20, 2019
Colwood, Esquimalt mayors support potential passenger commuter ferry - Goldstream News, Mar 20, 2019
West Shore Parks and Recreation axes Juan de Fuca curling, will turn rink into dry floor - CHEK News VIDEO, Mar 19, 2019
Could a passenger ferry cure Vancouver Island’s dreaded ‘Colwood Crawl?’ - Global News, Mar 19, 2019
Images show where a West Shore passenger ferry could go - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Mar 19, 2019
Sooke Philharmonic welcomes spring with Songs & Psalms concert - Monday Magazine, Mar 19, 2019
Potential West Shore passenger ferry unveiled in new study - CTV Vancouver Island, Mar 18, 2019
BC Ferries explores passenger ferry service for Westshore near Victoria - CBC News, Mar 18, 2019
Study explores passenger-only West Shore-downtown ferry service - Times Colonist, Mar 18, 2019
Speed up bus lanes to beat slow-down - Times Colonist, Mar 17, 2019
View Royal, Colwood fire crews respond to residential fire in Songhees Nation - Goldstream News, Mar 16, 2019
Highlands challenging B.C. municipalities to reduce ecological footprint - Sooke News Mirror, Mar 16, 2019
West Shore Parks and Recreation looking to bring more entertainment to The Q Centre - Sooke News Mirror, Mar 9, 2019
West Shore Parks and Recreation looking to bring more entertainment to The Q Centre - Goldstream News, Mar 9, 2019
Six-year-old Colwood boy who helped save mom from ocean receives award - CHEK News, Mar 9, 2019
February 2019
Colwood poised to join ban on single-use plastic bags - Times Colonist, Feb 27, 2019
Average Colwood homeowner may see tax increase of about $52 - Goldstream News, Feb 27, 2019
Affordable housing to take shape in Colwood for Indigenous residents - Journal of Commerce, Feb 27, 2019
Does the 'Colwood Crawl' need a new name? Premier thinks so - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Feb 26, 2019
Colwood mulls move for municipal hall - CTV Vancouver Island, Feb 26, 2019
Dancing referees entertain fans at minor hockey game in Colwood - CHEK News VIDEO, Feb 25, 2019
Shadowy figures descend upon gallery in Colwood - Monday Magazine, Feb 22, 2019
Colwood city budget recognized for award - Goldstream News, Feb 6, 2019
Rental project for Indigenous people to fill 12-year-old crater in Colwood - Times Colonist, Feb 5, 2019
Stalled Wale Road site to be filled with affordable housing in Colwood - Goldstream News, Feb 4, 2019
124 affordable rental homes to be built for Indigenous individuals and families in Colwood - CHEK News, Feb 4, 2019
Affordable housing announced for Colwood's abandoned construction 'hole' - CTV Vancouver Island, Feb 4, 2019
January 2019
West Shore fire departments working together in mutual aid - Goldstream News, Jan 28, 2019
Colwood applies for $325k to replace stairs in Latoria Creek Park - Goldstream News, Jan 24, 2019
Censure hearing approved for Colwood councillor - CTV Vancouver Island: VIDEO, Jan 24, 2019
Colwood councillor to face hearing over Code of Ethics violation concerns - Goldstream News, Jan 23, 2019
Colwood councillor faces possible reprimand for tree protest - Times Colonist, Jan 23, 2019
Colwood councillor facing censure hearing following fight with city over trees - CHEK News, Jan 23, 2019
Colwood takes a look at infrastructure costs for next 50 years - Goldstream News, Jan 14, 2019
Province launches transportation strategy for south Vancouver Island - CHEK News, Jan 9, 2019
Province moves to launch a transportation strategy for southern Vancouver Island - CFAX 1070, Jan 9, 2019
Construction to begin on Colwood’s Royal Bay Secondary expansion - Goldstream News, Jan 8, 2019
Thousands support driftwood bird sculptor after threats - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 7, 2019
Colwood must spend twice as much on roads, sewers: report - Times Colonist, Jan 6, 2019
Flap over wooden fowl attracts art-loving flock - CBC, Jan 2, 2019
Community lets anger fly over threat to beach bird art at Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV Vancouver Island, Jan 2, 2019
Crane operator who had a medical problem rescued 30 metres above ground - Times Colonist, Jan 2, 2019
Photos: Polar plunges in Jacksonville Beach, around the world - Florida Times Union, Jan 1, 2019
December 2018
B.C. Transit gears up plans for bus queue-jumps in Colwood - Times Colonist, Dec 19, 2018
Colwood residents report rise in bear sightings - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 19, 2018
Team Canada World Juniors selection camp gets underway in Colwood - CTV Vancouver Island, Dec 11, 2018
Colwood Christmas Light Up draws hundreds to City Hall - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2018
Colwood mayor responds to councillor’s objections and arrest - Victoria News, Dec 8, 2018
Colwood councillor arrested for blocking landscape removal - CTV Vancouver Island VIDEO, Dec 6, 2018
City of Colwood weighs in on dispute with Councillor - CFAX 1070, Dec 6, 2018
Colin Stokkeland - neighbour to Cynthia Day live on CFAX - CFAX 1070 Radio - Audio clip, Dec 6, 2018
Colwood Councillor arrested in continuing battle with municipality - CFAX 1070, Dec 5, 2018
RCMP officers haul Colwood councillor from protest camp - Times Colonist, Dec 5, 2018
Colwood Coun. Cynthia Day arrested over ongoing dispute with city - Saanich News, Dec 5, 2018
Colwood councillor arrested as fight with city over trees continues - CHEK News Video, Dec 5, 2018
Colwood Councillor in fight with City Hall - CFAX 1070 Radio - Audio clip, Dec 4, 2018
Colwood councillor fights city hall over tree removal - CHEK News Video, Dec 3, 2018
Traffic woes long overdue for attention - Times Colonist, Dec 2, 2018
Emergency support volunteers needed for View Royal/Colwood Emergency Support Services - Goldstream News, Dec 2, 2018
West Shore municipalities to launch own emergency alert system - Times Colonist, Dec 2, 2018
Emergency support volunteers needed for View Royal/Colwood Emergency Support Services - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 2, 2018
November 2018
Greater Victoria communities get ready to kick off the holiday season - Peninsula News Review, Nov 30, 2018
West Shore partners with CRD to implement emergency alerts - Goldstream News, Nov 29, 2018
Colwood author named in New York Times 10 Best Books of 2018 - , Nov 29, 2018
More housing for Indigenous peoples coming to Langford, Colwood - Victoria News, Nov 27, 2018
More than 1,100 new homes coming for Indigenous peoples - BC Government News, Nov 26, 2018
Colwood author Esi Edugyan wins second $100K Giller prize for ‘Washington Black’ - CHEK News, Nov 19, 2018
Colwood’s top engineer shifts into politics in new role on council - Times Colonist, Nov 18, 2018
Pacific Centre Family Services Association a winning design in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 18, 2018
Colwood mayor pitches ferry as commuter alternative - Goldstream News, Nov 16, 2018
Canadian camp for world junior hockey team to be held at Q Centre in Colwood - Times Colonist, Nov 15, 2018
Ferry between Royal Bay, downtown Victoria pitched as Colwood Crawl solution - CTV Vancouver Island, Nov 15, 2018
City of Colwood floats the idea of a Sea Bus to ease traffic - CFAX 1070, Nov 15, 2018
Traffic frustration builds as Victoria's 'Colwood Crawl' worsens - CBC News, Nov 13, 2018
Colwood’s new mayor sees opportunity to grow - Goldstream News, Nov 10, 2018
Rapid transit on its way to the West Shore - Goldstream News, Nov 10, 2018
The new ‘Colwood Stall’: Is it time for a unified regional transportation plan? - CHEK News, Nov 7, 2018
City of Colwood welcomes new mayor and council - Goldstream News, Nov 5, 2018
These are the safest places in Canada - McLeans Magazine, Nov 5, 2018
Highly-anticipated Colwood Corners project sees crane go up - Goldstream News, Nov 2, 2018
October 2018
Colwood coffee shop says one quarter of customers don’t buy coffee - Goldstream News, Oct 31, 2018
Construction cranes going up at long-delayed Colwood Corners project - Times Colonist, Oct 31, 2018
Colwood neighbourhood spooky house ready to greet trick-or-treaters - Goldstream News, Oct 31, 2018
105-year-old church in Colwood gets an upgrade - Goldstream News, Oct 26, 2018
Colwood hosts its inaugural Pumpkin Fest this weekend - Goldstream News, Oct 24, 2018
Community plants trees in Colwood Creek Park this weekend - Goldstream News, Oct 24, 2018
Residents escape blaze in home on Songhees Nation - Times Colonist, Oct 24, 2018
More than half a million doggy poop bags used each year on the West Shore - Goldstream News, Oct 24, 2018
Colwood approves move of Ocean Boulevard pump station - Goldstream News, Oct 7, 2018
Motorists stuck fixing tires after screws scattered across popular Colwood roadway - Sooke News Mirror, Oct 5, 2018
Ceremonial concrete pour to kick-off Colwood Corners’ new building construction - Goldstream News, Oct 4, 2018
Earth moving once again at Colwood Corners - CTV News VIDEO (Jump to 10:03 in the video), Oct 4, 2018
Colwood Corners off to a good start - West Shore Voice News, Oct 4, 2018
Victoria's bridge chief to probe West Shore recreation spending - Times Colonist, Oct 4, 2018
Budget for 2018 finally approved for West Shore Parks and Recreation - Goldstream News, Oct 3, 2018
West Shore Parks & Recreation gets updated 2018 budget - West Shore Voice News, Oct 2, 2018
Colwood fire trucks too heavy to cross Esquimalt Lagoon Bridge - Victoria News, Oct 2, 2018
September 2018
Mayoral challenger wants Colwood to be more development-friendly - Times Colonist, Sep 23, 2018
Walk to raise awareness for autism at West Shore Parks and Recreation in Colwood - Goldstream News, Sep 22, 2018
Colwood mulls moving Ocean Boulevard pump station - Goldstream News, Sep 15, 2018
Oct. 20 civic election candidates around the capital region - Times Colonist, Sep 15, 2018
Vancouver developer revives massive Colwood waterfront project - Vancouver Courier, Sep 14, 2018
5 hot things to see and do in Greater Victoria this weekend - Sooke News Mirror, Sep 14, 2018
Lights, art and Music fill the West Shore this month - Monday Magazine, Sep 13, 2018
Colwood Seaside Festival fun for the whole family - Goldstream News, Sep 11, 2018
Colwood art exhibit shines spotlight on Galloping Goose trail - Goldstream News, Sep 11, 2018
Colwood author Esi Edugyan back with new novel - Times Colonist, Sep 8, 2018
Two significant fires on the West Shore in three days - Goldstream News, Sep 4, 2018
Brush fire in Colwood extinguished - CHEK News, Sep 3, 2018
August 2018
Local department sees spike in fires in recent months - Goldstream News, Aug 24, 2018
Lack of support stalls traffic-calming measures at Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV News, Aug 21, 2018
Two Waters project to bring 700 town homes, condos to Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 20, 2018
July 2018
Pendray House in Colwood up for sale - Goldstream News, Jul 26, 2018
Off leash dog killed at Esquimalt Lagoon - Goldstream News, Jul 24, 2018
Series of new parks planned for Royal Bay - Goldstream News, Jul 23, 2018
Colwood beach fire prompts ban reminder - Goldstream News, Jul 19, 2018
Arborist calling on Colwood to fix tree bylaw - Goldstream News, Jul 17, 2018
Thousands rock in Colwood over the weekend - Goldstream News (with VIDEO), Jul 16, 2018
Eats & Beats at the Beach on CTV News - CTV News VIDEO (Jump to 6:16 in the video), Jul 9, 2018
Parks changes not a reflection on board - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2018
Goldstream News live video at Eats & Beats - Goldstream News, Jul 7, 2018
Comment: Parks board should not have been removed - Times Colonist, Jul 5, 2018
A satisfying start to the Amazing Race Canada [in Colwood]: Heroes Edition - Toronto Star, Jul 4, 2018
Eats & Beats returns to Colwood waterfront this weekend - Goldstream News, Jul 3, 2018
Have some fun this Canada Day long weekend - Goldstream News, Jul 3, 2018
June 2018
Colwood council pay raises offset cut of tax-free expense allowance - Times Colonist, Jun 29, 2018
Colwood council to receive minor pay increase - Goldstream News, Jun 29, 2018
Three driftwood sculptures go missing from ‘gallery’ at Esquimalt Lagoon - Times Colonist, Jun 28, 2018
Esquimalt Lagoon driftwood art stolen, vandalized - Goldstream News, Jun 27, 2018
ROCK THE SHORES 2018: A variety of musical flavours throughout weekend in Colwood - Victoria News, Jun 24, 2018
Find a new favourite playground - Goldstream News, Jun 24, 2018
Beat the heat at the spray park - Goldstream News, Jun 23, 2018
B.C. municipal election 2018: Colwood - Global News, Jun 23, 2018
Colwood fire open house draws big crowd, smiles - Goldstream News, Jun 13, 2018
Colwood fire opens doors to the public - Gold, Jun 5, 2018
May 2018
Royal Roads, Songhees Nation forge new path for land - Times Colonist, May 29, 2018
Colwood firefighters extinguish first brush fire of the season - Goldstream News, May 28, 2018
Developers had their chance to be heard - Goldstream News, May 27, 2018
Island Voices: Council setting Colwood up for OCP failure - Times Colonist, May 20, 2018
Colwood moving forward with OCP, despite concerns - Goldstream News, May 17, 2018
Beach Food Fridays and Saturdays kicks off in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 17, 2018
Colwood eyes speed cushions near Esquimalt Lagoon - Goldstream News, May 17, 2018
Locals fed up with speeders at Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV News VIDEO, May 16, 2018
Group finds flaws in Colwood’s community plan - Times Colonist, May 15, 2018
Colwood corners construction delay expected to end come September - CHEK News Video, May 10, 2018
April 2018
SD 62 celebrates Music Monday - Goldstream News, Apr 30, 2018
Ground to be broken in Colwood to build 82 new rental units - CHEK News, Apr 20, 2018
Breaking ground on new rental homes for people in Colwood - BC Housing, Apr 20, 2018
More rental homes under construction in Colwood - Goldstream News, Apr 20, 2018
Residents call on Colwood to take action against speedsters near Esquimalt Lagoon - Goldstream News, Apr 19, 2018
Forget trains, buses answer to gridlock, province says - Times Colonist, Apr 14, 2018
Juan de Fuca hosts lawn bowling open houses this weekend and next - Goldstream News, Apr 13, 2018
Colwood beach artist making eye-catching sculptures out of driftwood - Global News VIDEO, Apr 11, 2018
Tsunami preparedness week in BC kicks off: Do you know what to do? - CHEK News VIDEO, Apr 9, 2018
Colwood joins chorus calling for province to split pot revenues - Victoria News, Apr 6, 2018
Rock the Shores returns to West Shore with Brian Wilson as a headliner - Times Colonist, Apr 4, 2018
March 2018
CREST upgrades coming to the West Shore in the coming months - Goldstream News, Mar 31, 2018
Resident concerned over potential loss of trees in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 27, 2018
Snow keeps West Shore emergency crews busy - Goldstream News, Mar 22, 2018
1,400-units of rentals and condos to transform West Shore's Colwood Corners precinct - Citified Victoria, Mar 21, 2018
Jack Knox: Royal Bay school, growing like crazy, to get $23M expansion - Times Colonist, Mar 17, 2018
Moving fire dispatch services will save taxpayers thousands, say mayors - Goldstream News, Mar 16, 2018
West Shore municipalities eye mass notification system - Goldstream News, Mar 16, 2018
BC Government providing funds to expand Royal Bay Secondary - CFAX News, Mar 16, 2018
Major expansion coming to Royal Bay Secondary - Goldstream News, Mar 16, 2018
Colwood wins Victoria Flower Count for a five-peat - Goldstream News, Mar 16, 2018
Victoria Flower Count: Colwood named ‘bloomingest community’ for fifth year running - CHEK News, Mar 15, 2018
A look at the Pendray House in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 15, 2018
Fire in Colwood, Sidney? Calls will be dispatched from Surrey - Times Colonist, Mar 14, 2018
It’s no-go to regional transportation body - Times Colonist, Mar 14, 2018
Gas leak affecting traffic near Royal Roads - Goldstream News, Mar 14, 2018
Broken gas line leads to traffic disruptions on Sooke Road in Colwood - CHEK News , Mar 14, 2018
Bus-lane extension to speed commute to West Shore - Times Colonist, Mar 8, 2018
West Shore Parks and Rec funding formula under review - Goldstream News, Mar 6, 2018
Residents weigh in with suggestions to fix traffic problems - Goldstream News, Mar 6, 2018
Colwood and Langford in funding feud over West Shore Parks and Recreation budget - CHEK News Video, Mar 5, 2018
Colwood predicts downfall of West Shore Parks and Rec unless changes made now - Goldstream News, Mar 2, 2018
Buses remain key to solving Colwood Crawl, say local politicians - Goldstream News, Mar 1, 2018
February 2018
Plans for a health and wellness centre in Colwood on hold - Goldstream News, Feb 28, 2018
Gas-tax hike to fuel boost for public transit in Greater Victoria - Times Colonist, Feb 22, 2018
Time to pay the piper to fix the Crawl - Times Colonist, Feb 18, 2018
New superintendent named for Sooke school district - Times Colonist, Feb 17, 2018
Widening highway won’t fix commute - Times Colonist, Feb 17, 2018
Jack Knox: For now, the Colwood Crawl lives on - Times Colonist, Feb 16, 2018
Colwood could see 1.3 per cent tax increase - Times Colonist, Feb 16, 2018
Sooke hits brakes on regional transportation service - Sooke News Mirror, Feb 15, 2018
Colwood Council wants to solve traffic congestion without CRD - Goldstream News, Feb 12, 2018
City of Colwood will be looking for input on the revised Official Community Plan - Goldstream News, Feb 11, 2018
Mayors talk West Shore issues - Goldstream News, Feb 10, 2018
Colwood ferry would be welcome - Times Colonist, Feb 9, 2018
‘Junk’ playground in Colwood teaches kids creative play - Goldstream News, Feb 8, 2018
Colwood Council opposes CRD transportation service - Business Examiner, Feb 8, 2018
Saanich gives regional transportation bylaw green light - Victoria News, Feb 7, 2018
Mayor says park and ride won’t be removed unless there’s an alternative - Goldstream News, Feb 6, 2018
Coun. Rob Martin enters Colwood mayoral race - Goldstream News, Feb 1, 2018
Work Starting on Onni's Colwood Corners Development - Business Examiner, Feb 1, 2018
January 2018
New private school set to open in Colwood - CHEK News Video, Jan 30, 2018
Prince to move into Victoria castle - Victoria News, Jan 30, 2018
B.C. Ferries mulls passenger service between Royal Bay in Colwood and Victoria - Times Colonist, Jan 27, 2018
BC Ferries considers study on West Shore commuter ferry feasibility - CHEK News Video, Jan 26, 2018
Colwood park and ride site may be the home of a future health and wellness centre - CHEK News Video, Jan 26, 2018
New group says Colwood OCP could have ‘unintended consequences’ - Goldstream News, Jan 25, 2018
Colwood considers integrated medical centre for park & ride land - CFAX 1070, Jan 25, 2018
New health and wellness centre pitched for Colwood - Victoria News, Jan 24, 2018
Support growing for palliative care facility on the West Shore - Goldstream News, Jan 23, 2018
Shaving minutes off commutes among the goals for Victoria bus lanes - Victoria News, Jan 23, 2018
Construction begins for new southbound Victoria bus priority lanes - BC Transit, Jan 23, 2018
Tsunami warning an ‘exercise in precaution’ - Goldstream News, Jan 23, 2018
Erosion study underway for Colwood’s waterfront as storms threaten infrastructure - CHEK News, Jan 22, 2018
Colwood lays out a road map of rules for traffic calming - Times Colonist, Jan 17, 2018
Last-ditch pitch for transportation authority in region - Times Colonist, Jan 17, 2018
EDITORIAL: Regional growth and governance - Victoria News, Jan 14, 2018
Editorial: Region finds a compromise - Times Colonist, Jan 12, 2018
Push for regional transport authority riles some mayors - Times Colonist, Jan 10, 2018
Demolition gets started on former Colwood landmark - CHEK News Video, Jan 10, 2018
Editorial: Four-year terms are no barrier - Times Colonist, Jan 9, 2018
PHOTOS: Polar bear plunges on Jan. 1 - Goldstream News, Jan 2, 2018
Kicking off the new year with Vision Westshore 2018 - Business Examiner, Jan 2, 2018
Colwood Fire Service chips in to help - Goldstream News, Jan 1, 2018
December 2017
Oak Bay police have invoice for roving tent city - Victoria News, Dec 31, 2017
Another crash on Sooke Road - Victoria News, Dec 30, 2017
Colwood braces for density in community plan - Saanich News, Dec 28, 2017
Editorial: Needed schools are on the way - Times Colonist, Dec 26, 2017
Colwood McDonald’s delivers a special treat - Goldstream News, Dec 25, 2017
LETTER: Speeding is not a problem on the West Shore - Goldstream News, Dec 23, 2017
Old Colwood pub being torn down - Sooke News Mirror, Dec 21, 2017
Recycling didn’t get picked up? You’ll have to wait another two weeks - Victoria News, Dec 21, 2017
Schools open in Sooke; black ice reported from Colwood to Port Renfrew - Goldstream News, Dec 20, 2017
Snow brings beauty, frustration, power outages and fun. - Goldstream News, Dec 20, 2017
Snow wreaks havoc in the West Shore - Goldstream News, Dec 19, 2017
Province snaps up 16 acres of land for two new schools in Langford - CTV News, Dec 18, 2017
Comment: Ignoring issues doesn’t fix regional challenges - Times Colonist, Dec 17, 2017
West Shore firefighters band together to support men’s health - Goldstream News, Dec 16, 2017
On the Street: Schools reach gold standard for buildings - Times Colonist, Dec 15, 2017
UPDATE: Four vehicle crash on Sooke Road snarls traffic in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 15, 2017
Santa hits West Shore streets with local fire departments - Goldstream News, Dec 15, 2017
Students learn valuable lessons at the 10,000 Tonight food drive - Goldstream News, Dec 15, 2017
Highway 14 to Port Renfrew to be added to safety study - Times Colonist, Dec 13, 2017
Saanich doubles price to provide fire dispatch services to Esquimalt - Victoria News, Dec 13, 2017
B.C. doctor shortage to worsen as more physicians near retirement: study - CTV Vancouver Island, Dec 11, 2017
Bird watchers gear up for annual count - Goldstream News, Dec 11, 2017
Roaming tent city lands in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 9, 2017
Colwood residents satisfied with quality of life: survey - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2017
Resident concerned over speeding on Cairndale Road in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 7, 2017
Editorial: New light on doctor shortage - Times Colonist, Dec 2, 2017
November 2017
Neighbour ordered to pay damages to former Colwood mayor after cutting tree - Times Colonist, Nov 29, 2017
Colwood moves to protect trees from unnecessary removal - Goldstream News, Nov 26, 2017
EDITORIAL: West Shore communities need to jump on board with plastic bag ban - Goldstream News, Nov 23, 2017
City of Colwood considers plastic bag ban - Goldstream News, Nov 21, 2017
Quick-thinking residents help contain fire in Colwood - Victoria News, Nov 19, 2017
The Colwood Crawl by any other name - Times Colonist, Nov 18, 2017
Trans-Canada congestion is a climate crime - Times Colonist, Nov 18, 2017
Christmas Backpack Project seeks donations in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 15, 2017
Bids solicited for extension of Douglas Street bus lanes - Times Colonist, Nov 15, 2017
Strong turnout for Colwood’s first advisory planning commission meeting - Goldstream News, Nov 14, 2017
CRD directors outraged by B.C. push for binding move on growth strategy - Times Colonist, Nov 9, 2017
Colwood author teaches kids to deal with anger - Goldstream News, Nov 8, 2017
Key players talk bus lanes to help with Colwood Crawl - Goldstream News, Nov 7, 2017
October 2017
View Royal Casino expansion spurs hiring blitz for 130 staff - Times Colonist, Oct 31, 2017
Colwood takes hard stance against big oil - Goldstream News, Oct 30, 2017
Colwood seeks input with satisfaction survey - Goldstream News, Oct 29, 2017
West Shore has rich haunted history - Victoria News, Oct 28, 2017
Halloween fundraiser benefits Colwood boy, family - Goldstream News, Oct 26, 2017
Counterpoint: Small cities can lead the way - Powell River Peak, Oct 25, 2017
Colwood joins movement for fossil fuel company accountability - CHEK News, Oct 24, 2017
Maintenance taking place on Esquimalt Lagoon Bridge this week - Victoria News, Oct 23, 2017
Clinic brings opioid addiction treatment to Victoria suburbs - CBC News, Oct 20, 2017
Gord Downie’s passing leaves Great Lakes-sized hole in landscape - Times Colonist, Oct 18, 2017
Editorial: Region needs transport plan - Times Colonist OPINION, Oct 18, 2017
Bring a proposal to the West Shore Recreation table, Langford - Goldstream News, Oct 15, 2017
West Shore residents bring home hardware from 55-plus B.C. Games - Goldstream News, Oct 11, 2017
Situation ‘dire’ for renters looking to be homeowners, CRD study says - Times Colonist, Oct 11, 2017
Colwood resident concerned over growing number of RVs at Esquimalt lagoon - Goldstream News, Oct 10, 2017
Increasing your step count: Planning neighbourhoods where sitting in traffic is not the only choice - Goldstream News, Oct 10, 2017
LETTER: Bus lanes aren’t a solution for all commuters - Goldstream News, Oct 10, 2017
Real-world issues come to classroom - Times Colonist, Oct 6, 2017
Sooke School District sees more than 300 new students - Goldstream News, Oct 6, 2017
Celebrating Canada with a local flare in Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 4, 2017
Housing crisis affecting local business - Goldstream News, Oct 3, 2017
A ‘little piece of paradise’ moves to phase two in Colwood - Victoria News, Oct 2, 2017
Waterfronts: vibrant people places or protected natural areas? - Goldstream News, Oct 2, 2017
Family service provider expands footprint - Goldstream News, Oct 1, 2017
September 2017
Colwood and View Royal looking at possibility of rapid transit options - Victoria News, Sep 29, 2017
Colwood and View Royal considering rapid transit options for Island Highway - CHEK News, Sep 29, 2017
West Shore recreation centre facing budget crunch - Times Colonist, Sep 29, 2017
Colwood community plan taking shape - Goldstream News, Sep 26, 2017
What makes a great public place And how to create one in your community - Goldstream News, Sep 25, 2017
Local athletic association calling for more turf fields - Goldstream News, Sep 24, 2017
West Shore MLA expands on NDP budget plans and promises - Goldstream News, Sep 21, 2017
Time to fix the Colwood Crawl - Goldstream News, Sep 20, 2017
Gas line struck at Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre - Goldstream News, Sep 19, 2017
Mayor of Colwood pushing for priority bus lanes on the TCH - CFAX 1070, Sep 18, 2017
The Colwood Seaside Festival in photos - Victoria News, Sep 18, 2017
Blasting the landscape: rethinking development in natural areas - Goldstream News, Sep 18, 2017
Colwood mayor’s call to action: Fix the Crawl - Times Colonist, Sep 16, 2017
Colwood mayor calling for priority bus lanes on the TCH - Victoria News, Sep 16, 2017
CRD board agrees on new Regional Transportation Service - Victoria News, Sep 15, 2017
Colwood mayor refutes misinformation about old pub - Goldstream News, Sep 15, 2017
CRD pushes ahead on regional transportation service, backs off on counter-petition - Times Colonist, Sep 14, 2017
Colwood pub building offered up for free by developer - CHEK News Video, Sep 14, 2017
Region’s transportation woes require desperate measures, politicians suggest - Times Colonist, Sep 13, 2017
What does an 8-magnitude earthquake feel like? - Goldstream News, Sep 13, 2017
Colwood Volunteer Firefighters Association hosting 21st annual golf tournament - Goldstream News, Sep 13, 2017
What does an 8-magnitude earthquake feel like? - Goldstream News, Sep 13, 2017
Free family fun and more at Colwood Seaside Festival - Goldstream News, Sep 12, 2017
B.C. looking at ways to speed school construction - Times Colonist, Sep 1, 2017
August 2017
Community mourns loss of Colwood librarian - Goldstream News, Aug 24, 2017
Johnny Depp slips in — and out — of Royal Roads for film shoot - Times Colonist, Aug 24, 2017
Victor Chen was a mentor to many and a friend to all - Goldstream News, Aug 24, 2017
RCMP musical ride performing this weekend in Greater Victoria - BC Local News, Aug 23, 2017
Roving camps give kids opportunities to play - Goldstream News, Aug 22, 2017
Local bowlers earn bronze at national lawn bowling championships - Victoria News, Aug 18, 2017
Langford, SD62 partner for land swap deal - Goldstream News, Aug 18, 2017
Path to Canadian citizenship started at doughnut shop - Times Colonist, Aug 17, 2017
EDITORIAL: Colwood project turns a corner - Goldstream News, Aug 12, 2017
Stella’s Suppers offers seniors more than a meal - Goldstream News, Aug 12, 2017
Witness Blanket exhibition an ‘emotional’ journey. - Goldstream News (with VIDEO), Aug 11, 2017
Colwood Creek Park makeover continues - Goldstream News, Aug 11, 2017
Development application stirs up controversy in Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 11, 2017
Pace of home building surges in Greater Victoria - Times Colonist, Aug 10, 2017
Work to get underway on Colwood Corners site this month - Goldstream News, Aug 9, 2017
Meteor shower spectacle in Colwood at Fort Rodd Hill - Goldstream News, Aug 5, 2017
Brookes Westshore IB School breaks ground in Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 1, 2017
July 2017
Colwood Fire responds to pair of Sunday afternoon incidents - Goldstream News, Jul 31, 2017
Brookes Westshore private academy breaks ground in Colwood - Times Colonist, Jul 30, 2017
Photographer captures vintage shots of Fisgard Lighthouse - Victoria News, Jul 30, 2017
NDP Government to spur BC school construction - Times Colonist, Jul 28, 2017
Free family fun in West Shore parks - Goldstream News, Jul 27, 2017
Royal Roads students host their own TED Talk - Goldstream News, Jul 27, 2017
Creatures find home on Colwood waterfront - Goldstream News, Jul 22, 2017
Eats & Beats the biggest beach party of the year - CTV News VIDEO (Jump to 6:37 in the video), Jul 18, 2017
Learn to camp course in Colwood is educational fun for the entire family - Goldstream News, Jul 13, 2017
The wall can stay, Colwood council says - Goldstream News, Jul 12, 2017
Cougar stalks family near Royal Roads - Times Colonist, Jul 11, 2017
Colwood’s Eats and Beats festival continues to grow - Goldstream News, Jul 10, 2017
Colwood earns high rankings in nationwide study - Goldstream News, Jul 6, 2017
June 2017
Speed readers coming to two Colwood roads - Goldstream News, Jun 27, 2017
Dunsmuir’s dance academy looks to get students moving - Goldstream News, Jun 17, 2017
Street lights, control box vandalized at Colwood park - CTV News, Jun 16, 2017
Suspected 'Deadpool 2' film shoot takes over Hatley Castle - CTV News VIDEO, Jun 16, 2017
Colwood cyclist feels fortunate to have sustained only minor injuries after a collision with a bus - Goldstream News, Jun 14, 2017
Fire crews respond to early morning blaze in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jun 13, 2017
Condo development will preserve parts of historic dairy - Goldstream News, Jun 11, 2017
Colwood student’s topic resonates in all languages - Goldstream News, Jun 10, 2017
Speeding concerns plague Colwood playground zone - Goldstream News, Jun 8, 2017
Colwood Fire opens its doors to the public this Sunday - Goldstream News, Jun 6, 2017
Colwood resident disappointed to find couch dumped on Ocean Boulevard - Goldstream News, Jun 6, 2017
Sooke School District athletes break track records in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jun 6, 2017
View Royal Casino to get new name along with new space - Goldstream News, Jun 5, 2017
New Colwood market debuts this week - Goldstream News, Jun 5, 2017
Brookes Westshore on track for fall 2018 opening in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jun 1, 2017
May 2017
West Shore Aboriginal graduates share their story - Goldstream News, May 25, 2017
Colwood student inspires Royal Bay classmates about meaning of life - Goldstream News, May 16, 2017
Mothers celebrated in many ways at Royal Roads in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 14, 2017
Colwood’s Fort Rodd Hill unveils new hand-carved entrance piece - Goldstream News, May 14, 2017
Student-made art piece hung with pride at Colwood school - Goldstream News, May 14, 2017
Residents near Esquimalt Lagoon in Colwood are concerned about speeding - Goldstream News, May 13, 2017
Colwood’s Wishart Elementary takes top prize for Canada 150 project - Goldstream News, May 12, 2017
Housing providers given financial help by Colwood - Goldstream News, May 12, 2017
CELEBRATING MOM: Royal Roads hosts Paint-In this weekend in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 10, 2017
Carved archway unveiling part of BioBlitz at Fort Rodd Hill in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 10, 2017
NDP’s Mitzi Dean cruises to comfortable victory in Esquimalt-Metchosin - Times Colonist, May 9, 2017
Songhees Nation and Royal Roads University sign MOU - Royal Roads University, May 5, 2017
Music Monday rocks The Q Centre in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 4, 2017
We're graduating more doctors than ever, so why is it so hard to find a GP? - CBC News, May 4, 2017
Langford’s trolley service, commuter bus experiment ending June 30 - Times Colonist, May 2, 2017
Langford cancels Langtoria Greenline and trolley amid low ridership - Goldstream News, May 2, 2017
Westshore Velodrome facility thriving in Colwood - Goldstream News, May 1, 2017
April 2017
West Shore on the Go (Part 3 of 3): Councillors from Langford, Colwood look for solutions - Goldstream News, Apr 25, 2017
WEST SHORE ON THE GO (Part 2 of 3): Service gaps make transit tough on some riders - Goldstream News, Apr 20, 2017
Sooke School District continues pushing for Royal Bay expansion - Goldstream News, Apr 19, 2017
New seniors’ residence for Colwood unveiled at groundbreaking - Goldstream News - with VIDEO, Apr 18, 2017
WEST SHORE ON THE GO (Part 1 of 3): Commuting transit riders want improved travel times - Goldstream News, Apr 17, 2017
Colwood budget process delayed by unforeseen RCMP expense - Goldstream News, Apr 12, 2017
Colwood could address resident complaints about blasting in new Official Community Plan - Goldstream News, Apr 11, 2017
Colwood residents raise blasting concerns at council meeting - Goldstream News, Apr 4, 2017
March 2017
Rock the Shores music festival cancelled for this summer - Times Colonist, Mar 29, 2017
Songhees, Colwood sign Royal Roads pact - Times Colonist, Mar 28, 2017
Colwood and Songhees to sign Royal Roads pact - Goldstream News, Mar 28, 2017
Colwood taxpayers looking at modest budget increase - Goldstream News, Mar 28, 2017
First Nation reaches agreement with Colwood on Royal Roads property - CTV News, Mar 27, 2017
Council helps fund Wishart elementary school mural - Goldstream News, Mar 22, 2017
Dormant Colwood Corners site could spring to life this year - Goldstream News, Mar 21, 2017
Colwood clinches fourth flower count - Goldstream News, Mar 20, 2017
Colwood Corners project rolls in fall - Times Colonist, Mar 16, 2017
CRD looking into lighting along stretches of Galloping Goose - Goldstream News, Mar 15, 2017
Onni given parking variance for Colwood Corners - Goldstream News, Mar 10, 2017
Colwood seeks fourth Flower Count title - Goldstream News, Mar 7, 2017
Potential landlords for ‘historic’ Hatley Park property would aim for sensible development - Goldstream News, Mar 6, 2017
Colwood establishes nine-member advisory commission - Goldstream News, Mar 3, 2017
February 2017
Colwood to investigate broadband infrastructure - Goldstream News, Feb 27, 2017
West Shore skatepark hopes move closer to becoming reality - Goldstream News, Feb 25, 2017
Colwood students participating in Canada's birthday celebrations - Goldstream News, Feb 23, 2017
Former Royal Bay student hoping to ‘Start the Conversation’ - Goldstream News, Feb 17, 2017
Colwood fills top jobs at City Hall - Goldstream News, Feb 16, 2017
Taxpayer upset with free vehicle-charging in Colwood - Goldstream News, Feb 16, 2017
Victoria real estate boom shifts from residential to commercial - Western Investor, Feb 6, 2017
Check out StoryWalk for yourselves - Goldstream News, Feb 3, 2017
Saunders family returns to the old neighbourhood - Goldstream News, Feb 2, 2017
January 2017
Colwood, Langford to review CRD services in push for more West Shore focus - Times Colonist, Jan 31, 2017
Numerous big ideas brought forward at Colwood fair - Goldstream News (with VIDEO), Jan 30, 2017
Night work ahead in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jan 29, 2017
Installation of breakwater begins in Esquimalt Harbour - Lookout News, Jan 29, 2017
Royal Roads property may be subject to land claim - Goldstream News, Jan 27, 2017
Colwood rethinks hike in one-time secondary suite fee - Goldstream News, Jan 27, 2017
Colwood officially names new chief for fire department - Goldstream News, Jan 27, 2017
Flood of support for the family of 9-year old Evelyn Ooms - CHEK News, Jan 27, 2017
OUT AND ABOUT: Opportunities for learning abound in coming days - Goldstream News, Jan 25, 2017
Public input continues in Colwood with Big Ideas Fair - Goldstream News, Jan 24, 2017
Langford to support Colwood in seeking CRD service review - Goldstream News, Jan 24, 2017
UPDATED: $21.5 million investment announced for Royal Roads University - Goldstream News, Jan 20, 2017
HBC 1850 land deal proof of ownership - Goldstream News, Jan 19, 2017
Colwood’s CRD review request sparks Oak Bay service questions - Oak Bay News, Jan 18, 2017
Sooke joins review of local CRD services - Sooke News Mirror, Jan 17, 2017
Sooke School District signs agreements for new land for schools - Goldstream News, Jan 15, 2017
Sooke School District zeroing in on land for 4 requested new schools - CTV News VIDEO, Jan 13, 2017
Colwood to waive annual fee for secondary suites - , Jan 12, 2017
Tiny electoral area pocket withdrawn from parks and rec society - Goldstream News, Jan 12, 2017
Royal Roads forest a future Cathedral Grove - Times Colonist, Jan 11, 2017
Sooke school district studies possible sites for new schools - Times Colonist, Jan 11, 2017
Firefighting history boosted by Colwood tree drop-offs - Goldstream News, Jan 10, 2017
Royal Bay basketball girls the team to beat on the Island - Goldstream News, Jan 10, 2017
Protect Royal Roads land for the future - Times Colonist, Jan 7, 2017
DND plans to dispose of Royal Roads property - CHEK News Video, Jan 5, 2017
Editorial: Respectful talk on Royal Roads - Times Colonist, Jan 5, 2017
West Shore group practises the art of fundraising - Goldstream News, Jan 5, 2017
Department of National Defence mulling divestment of Royal Roads property - CTV News, Jan 4, 2017
Royal Roads area users fear loss of forested land - Times Colonist, Jan 4, 2017
Chief Ron Sam re: Royal Roads land disposal - CFAX 1070 Radio - Audio clip Jump to 3:20, Jan 3, 2017
Mayor Hamilton re: Royal Roads land disposal - CFAX 1070 Radio - Audio clip, Jan 3, 2017
West Shore homeowners mostly see modest assessment hikes - Goldstream News, Jan 3, 2017
DND to dispose of Royal Roads property; First Nations could benefit - Times Colonist, Jan 3, 2017
CRD service review being explored by Colwood council - Goldstream News, Jan 2, 2017
December 2016
DND explores parting with Royal Roads property - Goldstream News, Dec 30, 2016
A LOOK AHEAD TO 2017: Langford and Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 24, 2016
Successes, challenges come with West Shore Parks and Rec appointment - Goldstream News, Dec 19, 2016
CRD hits brakes on regional transportation service - Times Colonist, Dec 16, 2016
Resubmission of Colwood Corners plan expected soon - Goldstream News, Dec 15, 2016
Injured worker removed from roof of Eagle Creek office building - Goldstream News, Dec 14, 2016
Annual Christmas backpack project a labour of love for volunteers - Goldstream News, Dec 9, 2016
Colwood home sustains minimal damage after chimney fire - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2016
Santa, firefighters teaming up for West Shore tour - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2016
Colwood gets new private school - Times Colonist, Dec 4, 2016
Paddlers seek ‘marine trail’ circle route - Times Colonist, Dec 4, 2016
Colwood council rejects regional transport service - Times Colonist, Dec 3, 2016
Colwood council pushes noise control discussion to later date - Goldstream News, Dec 2, 2016
CRD budget projected to jump by eight per cent next year - Times Colonist, Dec 1, 2016
Short-term rental request to get closer look in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 1, 2016
Colwood to pursue mutual aid fire agreement renewals - Goldstream News, Dec 1, 2016
November 2016
EDITORIAL: Rethinking our transportation - Goldstream News, Nov 30, 2016
Metchosin Road transformation begins - Goldstream News, Nov 30, 2016
Colwood echoes Langford's 'no' to joining CRD-led transportation service - Goldstream News, Nov 30, 2016
Colwood related gifts being sold at City Hall - Goldstream News, Nov 25, 2016
Colwood needs to create identity: planning expert - Goldstream News, Nov 22, 2016
Colwood to ask sewage Project Board to postpone assessment - Goldstream News, Nov 16, 2016
West Shore sewage plant off the table until 2035 - Times Colonist, Nov 16, 2016
October 2016
Colwood seeks input as it prepares for growth - Goldstream News, Oct 21, 2016
Colwood car fire ruled suspicious - Goldstream News, Oct 13, 2016
Blasting blamed for household damage in Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 12, 2016
CRD to consult councils on transportation plans - Times Colonist, Oct 12, 2016
Colwood celebrates official opening of Painter Trail - Goldstream News, Oct 11, 2016
JDF seniors centre offers something for everyone (55-over) - Goldstream News, Oct 11, 2016
Couple finds relief after housing crisis - Goldstream News, Oct 7, 2016
Move toward regional transport planning hits West Shore roadblock - Times Colonist, Oct 5, 2016
September 2016
Jack Knox: Was Hatley Castle considered as Royal Family residence? - , Sep 20, 2016
View Royal casino expansion to begin next year - Times Colonist, Sep 20, 2016
Op-Ed: The future of water and sewage and what it means for Colwood, Langford - Goldstream News, Sep 20, 2016
John Adams to entertain crowd at Colwood Seaside Festival - Goldstream News, Sep 20, 2016
CTV covers Colwood Seaside Festival - CTV News VIDEO (Jump to 6:45 in the video), Sep 20, 2016
Multiple Colwood transportation projects completed and scheduled - Goldstream News, Sep 20, 2016
View Royal Casino expansion plans unveiled this week - Goldstream News, Sep 19, 2016
Royal Bay Beachpark opens with sizeable crowd - Goldstream News, Sep 15, 2016
More growth could prompt Colwood to expand fire coverage - Goldstream News, Sep 15, 2016
Longtime Colwood firefighter will leave mechanical legacy - Goldstream News, Sep 8, 2016
New streetlight banners highlight Colwood coastline - Goldstream News, Sep 2, 2016
Royal Bay Beachpark to open with celebration day in Colwood - Goldstream News, Sep 1, 2016
August 2016
Capacity crunch: Portables added to new Colwood school year after it opens - CTV News VIDEO, Aug 30, 2016
Warrior women raise big money for charity in Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 30, 2016
Royal Bay development fast taking shape in Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 25, 2016
Project board whittles short list of potential sewage sites down to Rock Bay & McLoughlin - CFAX 1070, Aug 24, 2016
A West Shore sewage plant? Colwood says yes - Times Colonist, Aug 18, 2016
Colwood considers sewage treatment facility - CFAX 1070 Radio - Audio clip (Jump to 7:13), Aug 18, 2016
Saunders Subaru sold to Jim Pattison Auto Group - Times Colonist, Aug 17, 2016
Sewage options brought forward for Colwood and Langford - Goldstream News, Aug 16, 2016
Colwood council endorses sewage plant presentation - Goldstream News, Aug 16, 2016
Colwood-based family business sells to Jim Pattison Group - Goldstream News, Aug 16, 2016
Parks and picnic programs run throughout the summer on West Shore - Goldstream News, Aug 3, 2016
Victoria cyclist who made national history announces his retirement - CFAX 1070, Aug 3, 2016
Water main breaks near Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV News VIDEO, Aug 2, 2016
Gardeners double as detectives in Colwood - Goldstream News, Aug 1, 2016
July 2016
BC SUMMER GAMES: West Shore athletes bring home sizeable medal haul - Goldstream News, Jul 29, 2016
HOMEFINDER: New townhouses coming to Colwood - Goldstream News, Jul 29, 2016
Commuter rail service to be considered during interchange build - Goldstream News, Jul 29, 2016
Could a restored rail line solve the ‘Colwood crawl’? - CTV News, Jul 26, 2016
National-level BMX riders in Colwood for long weekend - Goldstream News, Jul 26, 2016
Scrutinizing the power bill pays off at Colwood Fire Hall - Goldstream News, Jul 23, 2016
Rock the Shores: Few problems at family-friendly event, police say - Times Colonist, Jul 23, 2016
Colwood’s Nolan Thoroughgood acing his early years in golf - Global News VIDEO, Jul 22, 2016
Rock the Shores, Day 1: Homegrown rock - Times Colonist, Jul 22, 2016
Vancouver Island acts kick off Rock the Shores - , Jul 21, 2016
Rock the Shores festival kicks off in Colwood on Friday - CFAX 1070, Jul 21, 2016
Let's not lose the charm that makes Colwood special - Goldstream News, Jul 20, 2016
Three days of rock in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jul 20, 2016
Radon risk? Free radon test kits for Vancouver Island - CHEK News VIDEO, Jul 19, 2016
Golf tournament raising funds for family services building in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jul 13, 2016
Editorial: Project good fit for Colwood - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2016
Colwood ups the ante on outdoor events - Goldstream News, Jul 7, 2016
Potential abounds for Allandale Pit site - Goldstream News, Jul 6, 2016
Colwood keeps on trucking - Goldstream News, Jul 6, 2016
Colwood has new designs on City Centre - Times Colonist, Jul 3, 2016
West Shore grads receive a leg up for studies - Goldstream News, Jul 2, 2016
June 2016
Onni submits development proposal for Colwood Corners - Goldstream News, Jun 30, 2016
Colwood building more than just geographical connections - Goldstream News, Jun 29, 2016
West Shore Navy Day offers glimpse into sailors’ routines - , Jun 24, 2016
Colwood bylaw officer honoured by B.C. counterparts - Goldstream News, Jun 22, 2016
Less dusty days ahead in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jun 17, 2016
Beach Food Fridays: Fresh air, fresh food and fresh surroundings - Goldstream News, Jun 17, 2016
Volunteers show up en masse for Havenwood restoration project in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jun 17, 2016
Developers face fine for not controlling construction dust - Times Colonist, Jun 14, 2016
Developers face fine for not controlling construction dust - Times Colonist, Jun 14, 2016
Colwood Fire Department members say ‘come on over’ - Goldstream News, Jun 10, 2016
Colwood's largest development - Royal Bay breaks ground - CFAX 1070 Radio - Audio clip (Jump to 21:36), Jun 9, 2016
Colwood’s Royal Bay to spawn 2,300 homes - Times Colonist, Jun 9, 2016
Massive new oceanfront Royal Bay community in Colwood - CTV News VIDEO (Jump to 12:00 in the video), Jun 9, 2016
Massive Colwood development will attract thousands but schools already full - CHEK News Video, Jun 8, 2016
May 2016
Base opens door to the general public - CFB Esquimalt Lookout News, May 30, 2016
Committee targets accessibility expansion to help reduce transit waits - Goldstream News, May 27, 2016
Colwood changes hours to expand services - Goldstream News, May 17, 2016
Colwood changes hours to expand services - Goldstream News, May 17, 2016
Colwood builds new retaining wall restrictions - Goldstream News, May 17, 2016
Ravens soccer program built for future success - Goldstream News, May 5, 2016
April 2016
Colwood changes by-law to be more business friendly - CFAX 1070, Apr 18, 2016
Colwood cuts annual business licence fees - Times Colonist, Apr 18, 2016
Rock the Shores focuses on local acts for 2016 - Goldstream News, Apr 17, 2016
Kinsmen come through for children dealing with autism in Colwood - Goldstream News, Apr 15, 2016
Rock the Shores, Rifflandia acts include Metric, Arkells, Spearhead - Times Colonist, Apr 15, 2016
Repair Café idea a form of recycling - Goldstream News, Apr 15, 2016
Royal Bay goes green for the weekend - Goldstream News, Apr 15, 2016
Explore: Earth Week, Law Week, pioneer fun and more - Times Colonist, Apr 14, 2016
Alice Cooper lines up Q Centre appearance - Times Colonist, Apr 13, 2016
Photo Gallery: Emotional scene in Colwood - Goldstream News, Apr 12, 2016
West Shore students gain valuable life safety skills - Goldstream News, Apr 12, 2016
Thousands of law enforcement officers at Mountie's funeral - Times Colonist, Apr 12, 2016
A new spot unveiled for families - Goldstream News, Apr 12, 2016
Public invited to Cst. Sarah Beckett’s funeral services - CKNW AM980, Apr 11, 2016
Candlelight vigil held for Const. Sarah Beckett - CBC News, Apr 11, 2016
Colwood pergolas unveiled Saturday on Kelly Road - Goldstream News, Apr 7, 2016
Pot shop open house draws minimal crowd in Colwood - Goldstream News, Apr 6, 2016
On duty Mountie killed in Langford crash - CTV News VIDEO, Apr 6, 2016
Get a jump on summer programs on the West Shore - Goldstream News, Apr 5, 2016
Colwood homeowners’ sewage cost numbers still rough: Hamilton - Goldstream News, Apr 5, 2016
Students put their two-wheelers to the test - Goldstream News, Apr 5, 2016
March 2016
SEWAGE IN THE CRD: Opinions differ on West Shore timeline - Goldstream News, Mar 30, 2016
Sewage treatment deadline extended half a year - CFAX 1070, Mar 30, 2016
Emergency fair focuses on preparation - Goldstream News, Mar 25, 2016
West Shore accommodating Syrian refugees - Goldstream News, Mar 24, 2016
Get creative at Royal Bay - Goldstream News, Mar 24, 2016
Ospreys, sparrow hawks and kestrels in Colwood, oh my! - Goldstream News, Mar 23, 2016
West Shore graffiti on the decline - Goldstream News, Mar 23, 2016
Collecting memories in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 22, 2016
A walk for the birds in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 18, 2016
Colwood crowned Bloomingest City for third year - Goldstream News, Mar 17, 2016
2016 Greater Victoria flower count smashes previous record - CHEK News, Mar 14, 2016
Housing needs not being met - Editorial - Goldstream News, Mar 11, 2016
Nipping it in the bud in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 11, 2016
Moving to the beat in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 10, 2016
Businesses on the lookout for electric vehicles - Goldstream News, Mar 10, 2016
Province steps into regional sewage impasse, offers to help find a solution - CHEK News, Mar 9, 2016
Colwood resident celebrates 100 year sand all she has seen - Goldstream News, Mar 1, 2016
Wounded Warriors finish strong in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 1, 2016
February 2016
Homan rink to battle the men in Elite 10 curling in Colwood - Times Colonist, Feb 25, 2016
McKenzie interchange plan down to two options - Times Colonist, Feb 25, 2016
Pipeline to new ideas potentially opened - Goldstream News, Feb 25, 2016
BC Transit addressing West Shore service issues for students - Goldstream News, Feb 24, 2016
CRD aims for sewage decision - Times Colonist, Feb 24, 2016
Regional sewage committee asked to take Rock Bay-Colwood option - Goldstream News, Feb 23, 2016
CRD Board to consider Rock Bay as proposed wastewater treatment site - CFAX 1070, Feb 22, 2016
Future firefighters wanted in Colwood - Goldstream News, Feb 19, 2016
Biz community speaks out on sewage project in Colwood - Goldstream, Feb 18, 2016
Stop and count the flowers in Greater Victoria - Goldstream News, Feb 14, 2016
Colwood wants input on retaining walls - Goldstream News, Feb 11, 2016
Rock walls at issue in Colwood - Goldstream News, Feb 2, 2016
January 2016
Editorial: Time dwindles for sewage plan - Times Colonist, Jan 28, 2016
View Royal mayor agrees with taking another look at McLoughlin Point for sewage plant - CFAX 1070, Jan 28, 2016
Connection sought for Galloping Goose in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jan 28, 2016
Victoria sewage treatment plans inching along, but mayors not in harmony - CBC News, Jan 27, 2016
Victoria mayor casts off Saanich’s sewage ‘musings’ - Times Colonist, Jan 26, 2016
Langford Mayor says Trudeau comments from 2012 merit "re-look" at sewage treatment project - CFAX 1070, Jan 26, 2016
Comment: It’s time to look at lower-cost sewage options - Times Colonist, Jan 26, 2016
Saanich may go it alone on sewage, mayor says - Times Colonist, Jan 26, 2016
Colwood public hearing goes Monday on Royal Bay development - Goldstream News, Jan 22, 2016
Sewage costs raise hackles at Langford council - Goldstream News, Jan 22, 2016
Colwood checking pulse of community through telephone survey - Goldstream News, Jan 21, 2016
Colwood is not panicking over police staffing challenges - CFAX 1070, Jan 21, 2016
School District 62 seeks input on busing options - Goldstream News, Jan 15, 2016
Despite lack of detail on options, CRD turns to public on sewage - Times Colonist, Jan 14, 2016
CRD Mayors baffled by new call for Esquimalt sewage plant - CBC News, Jan 14, 2016
Colwood moves major projects forward - Goldstream News, Jan 14, 2016
Preschool signups in Colwood approach for fall - Goldstream News, Jan 13, 2016
Underground sewage plant pitched to CRD - Times Colonist, Jan 13, 2016
CRD committee votes for another round of public consultation on sewage options - CFAX 1070, Jan 13, 2016
Royal Bay theatre adds to West Shore arts offerings in Colwood - Goldstream News, Jan 12, 2016
Sewage solutions see Colwood residents pay more than necessary for treatment - Goldstream News, Jan 12, 2016
Sewage costs unfair to Colwood residents - Times Colonist, Jan 10, 2016
Colwood installs first fast charger on the West Shore - Goldstream News, Jan 7, 2016
Fort Rodd Hill tents available for bookings - Goldstream News, Jan 5, 2016
Hope for Colwood's 'black hole' around the corner - CTV News Vancouver Island VIDEO, Jan 5, 2016
December 2015
West Shore ESS group working hard to prepare residents for the 'big one' - Goldstream News, Dec 30, 2015
Latest procedural hurdles cleared for Royal Bay project in Colwood - Connect with Us NEWS Latest procedural hurdles cleared for Royal Bay project in Colwood, Dec 21, 2015
Sign proliferation prompts Colwood to revisit bylaw - Goldstream News, Dec 17, 2015
The City of Colwood closed Ocean Boulevard due to high winds and high tides - Goldstream News, Dec 15, 2015
Logs and debris removed - Ocean Boulevard in Colwood reopens - CFAX 1070, Dec 15, 2015
Colwood Fire Dept. endures busy week of calls - Goldstream News, Dec 15, 2015
CRD delays public talks on sewage plans - Times Colonist, Dec 10, 2015
Colwood Mayor lauds development in annual address - CFAX 1070, Dec 9, 2015
Colwood firefighters set to soar to new heights - Goldstream News, Dec 9, 2015
Greater Victoria sewage plans accompanied by hefty price tag - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2015
Last celebration being held at Coast Collective in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 8, 2015
High cost will force limited sewage solution, mayors say - Times Colonist, Dec 6, 2015
New sewage treatment cost estimate: up to $1.3 billion - Times Colonist, Dec 5, 2015
Santa Go Round set for Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 4, 2015
Meet your Colwood councillors Monday - Goldstream News, Dec 3, 2015
City of Colwood ready to light up hall - Goldstream News, Dec 3, 2015
Fibre network being improved in Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 3, 2015
Weekend weather prompts reminders to West Shore residents - Goldstream News, Dec 2, 2015
November 2015
Explainer: capital sewage treatment; secondary vs. tertiary and more - Times Colonist, Nov 30, 2015
Random acts of kindness evident in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 23, 2015
Colwood Crawlers critique McKenzie interchange options - Times Colonist, Nov 18, 2015
Struck pedestrian wants changes made in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 5, 2015
Kindness is the key to community in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 4, 2015
Holiday Inn Express offers emergency shelter to Colwood seniors before opening - CBC News, Nov 3, 2015
Holiday Inn Express opens in time to help stranded flood victims in Colwood - CHEK News VIDEO, Nov 3, 2015
October 2015
Editorial: Colwood project looks promising - Times Colonist, Oct 30, 2015
Resident applauds freeze on community boxes in Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 29, 2015
EDITORIAL: Revisioned plans fit Colwood better - Goldstream News, Oct 29, 2015
New owners present concepts for Colwood city centre development - CTV News VIDEO jump to 15:04 min, Oct 27, 2015
Colwood Centre high-rises may happen yet - CFAX 1070, Oct 27, 2015
Wille family memories remain vivid in Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 27, 2015
Colwood city centre update from Mayor Hamilton on CFAX - CFAX 1070 PODCAST jump to 6:40 min, Oct 27, 2015
New life breathed into Colwood Corners project - Goldstream News, Oct 27, 2015
Islander hired as chief administrative officer for Colwood - Times Colonist, Oct 27, 2015
Colwood Corners developer unveils new concept for site - Times Colonist, Oct 27, 2015
Canada Post halts controversial community mailbox program - CBC News, Oct 26, 2015
Onni plan for Colwood Corners being rolled out tonight - CFAX 1070, Oct 26, 2015
City of Colwood hires new top administrator - Goldstream News, Oct 26, 2015
First hotel in Colwood is labour of love for Wansbroughs - Times Colonist, Oct 24, 2015
Colwood beach cleanup still underway - Goldstream News, Oct 20, 2015
Colwood park receives architectural marvel - Goldstream News, Oct 13, 2015
EDITORIAL: Communication is the best fix - Goldstream News, Oct 9, 2015
Bears treed in Colwood, then given space to escape into forest - Goldstream News, Oct 7, 2015
Large black bear and her cub are spotted at Royal Bay Secondary - CHEK News VIDEO, Oct 6, 2015
Public gets their say on school-area development in Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 5, 2015
Victoria-area beachgoers warned to watch for needles - CBC News, Oct 5, 2015
Water shutdowns, traffic interruptions coming for Fulton Road in Colwood - Goldstream News, Oct 3, 2015
September 2015
$108 million development slated for Esquimalt Lagoon - CHEK News VIDEO, Sep 25, 2015
12 acre development on Esquimalt Lagoon set for construction start up - CFAX 1070, Sep 24, 2015
Painter Rd. public hearing on tap - Goldstream News, Sep 24, 2015
Family service provider excited about upcoming move - Goldstream News, Sep 23, 2015
Victoria’s Adam Cracknell writes perfect ending to Hockeyville story - Times Colonist, Sep 22, 2015
Greater Victoria fans in Hockeyville heaven this week - Goldstream News, Sep 22, 2015
Fans swarm Colwood arena for glimpse of hockey stars - Times Colonist, Sep 21, 2015
Canucks, Sharks clash in Colwood for Hockeyville game - CTV News VIDEO, Sep 21, 2015
Victoria turns into Hockeyville, with Canucks game on Monday in Colwood - The Province, Sep 20, 2015
Canucks-friendly crowd awaits Sharks at Colwood arena - Times Colonist, Sep 20, 2015
Unanimous vote settles move for Coast Collective - Goldstream News, Sep 15, 2015
McLoughlin Point sewage plant ruled out, Helps confirms - Times Colonist, Sep 13, 2015
Coast Collective’s days in heritage home may be numbered - Goldstream News, Sep 11, 2015
Sparkling new West Shore high schools greet students - Goldstream News, Sep 11, 2015
West Shore drives south Island development - Goldstream News, Sep 11, 2015
Colwood transportation plan moves toward adoption - CFAX 1070, Sep 9, 2015
Greater Victoria mayors urge action on Syria - Times Colonist, Sep 9, 2015
Greater Victoria school year opens with three new high schools - CHEK News VIDEO, Sep 8, 2015
Metchosin Road receives a facelift in Colwood - Goldstream News, Sep 8, 2015
New hotel in Colwood almost complete - Goldstream News, Sep 7, 2015
New crime unit on West Shore - Goldstream News, Sep 7, 2015
New routes around Royal Bay in Colwood - Goldstream News, Sep 4, 2015
Frenzy of work to finish Greater Victoria’s three new high schools - CHEK News VIDEO, Sep 1, 2015
August 2015
New lagoon gathering promises a musical feast - Goldstream News, Aug 31, 2015
Colwood ‘dust storm’ forces construction site shutdown - Times Colonist, Aug 27, 2015
Colwood holds a beach party - Times Colonist, Aug 27, 2015
Sept. 9 lottery set for Hockeyville Canucks tickets - Times Colonist, Aug 25, 2015
HOMEFINDER: Westridge Landing Residential and commercial space mix well - Goldstream News, Aug 21, 2015
BACK TO SCHOOL: High school plan in place for student moves - Goldstream News, Aug 21, 2015
Water pump project will boost Colwood capacity - Goldstream News, Aug 18, 2015
Colwood preps for worst-case scenarios - Goldstream News, Aug 18, 2015
Community space part of new schools’ focus - Goldstream, Aug 18, 2015
EDITORIAL: New schools community gems - Goldstream News, Aug 18, 2015
Development embraces beloved art gallery; building central to plan - Goldstream News, Aug 11, 2015
July 2015
Extension shouldn’t jeopardize sewage funding: committee - Times Colonist, Jul 30, 2015
Westside sewage committee asks for extension to look at sites - Times Colonist, Jul 29, 2015
Black Keys, Jane's Addiction raise bar for Colwood's Rock the Shores - Times Colonist, Jul 16, 2015
Comment: Citizen engagement welcome in sewage plan - Times Colonist, Jul 16, 2015
Restoration funds $4M for Fort Rodd upgrade - Goldstream News, Jul 16, 2015
Royal Colwood willing to sacrifice part of golf course for sewage treatment - CFAX 1070, Jul 16, 2015
Editorial: Many chances for sewage input - Times Colonist, Jul 15, 2015
Community minister arranging talks on Victoria-area amalgamation - Times Colonist, Jul 12, 2015
Sewage-site survey for Victoria, Saanich, Oak Bay closes Monday - Times Colonist, Jul 10, 2015
June 2015
Potential capital region sewage-treatment ‘zones’ unveiled - Times Colonist, Jun 26, 2015
North Saanich’s Kraft Hockeyville game headed to The Q Centre - Times Colonist, Jun 26, 2015
Hockeyville 2015 game between Canucks and Sharks to be played at The Q Centre in Colwood - CHEK News, Jun 25, 2015
Now the westside: 20 potential sewage-plant sites selected - Times Colonist, Jun 19, 2015
Westside locations as possible sites for sewage treatment - CHEK News (VIDEO), Jun 18, 2015
Sites in Colwood, Langford lead potential sewage treatment options for west side - Goldstream News, Jun 18, 2015
Westside committee releases list of potential sites for sewage treatment plant - CFAX1070, Jun 18, 2015
HOMEFINDER: New Colwood condo project will be home for veterans - Goldstream News, Jun 18, 2015
Colwood staffers work fast to put out RRU brush fire - Goldstream News, Jun 16, 2015
Next up for sewage: Westside options considered - Times Colonist, Jun 16, 2015
Westside Sewage Committee to announce sites for wastewater treatment - Victoria News, Jun 15, 2015
Colwood city workers use extinguishers, shovels to put out grass fire - Times Colonist, Jun 13, 2015
Four Mile Brewing expands brand on West Shore - Times Colonist, Jun 9, 2015
Goldstream Ave. parkers present a safety hazard on Colwood section: city - Goldstream News, Jun 1, 2015
Colwood school gets $10 million dollars in seismic upgrades - CHEK News VIDEO, Jun 1, 2015
May 2015
Painter Rd. area residents keep heat on Colwood council - Goldstream News, May 28, 2015
Colwood family celebrate birthdays with less fortunate - Goldstream News, May 26, 2015
Potential sites for Victoria-district sewage treatment plant revealed - The Globe and Mail, May 13, 2015
Possible sites found for island treatment plant - Journal of Commerce, May 12, 2015
Eastside Select Committee Presents List of Potential Wastewater Treatment Sites - CRD News Release, May 12, 2015
Neighbours in established neighbourhood leery of new Colwood development - Goldstream News, May 11, 2015
Colwood residents shattered a month after blasting chaos - Times Colonist, May 10, 2015
West Shore mayors want regional crime unit restored - Times Colonist, May 7, 2015
Victoria area sewage plant: CRD not revealing 20 possible locations for West Shore - CBC News BC, May 7, 2015
Sewage levy increases bother Greater Victoria mayors - Goldstream News, May 6, 2015
Potential west-side sewage-treatment sites identified - Times Colonist, May 6, 2015
Colwood firefighters spearhead scholarship program - Goldstream News, May 5, 2015
Langford mayor wants more West Shore RCMP officers - Times Colonist, May 5, 2015
Ocean Grove developer says he was blindsided by Colwood council - Times Colonist, May 4, 2015
April 2015
Blaster has permit suspended after rain of rocks in Colwood - Times Colonist, Apr 16, 2015
Blast sends rock crashing onto bed in Colwood couple’s home - Times Colonist, Apr 15, 2015
Colwood supports BC Seniors' Games bid - CFAX 1070, Apr 15, 2015
Podcast: Colwood supports BC Seniors Games Bid - CFAX 1070, Apr 15, 2015
Colwood addresses concerns on Ocean Grove - Goldstream News, Apr 15, 2015
Interim CAO hired by Colwood - Goldstream News, Apr 8, 2015
Public invited to check out velodrome turf in Colwood on Thursday - Goldstream News, Apr 8, 2015
Principal treats school visitors with a royal flair - Goldstream News, Apr 7, 2015
Colwood hires interim administrator after top employee turfed - Times Colonist, Apr 2, 2015
March 2015
Black Keys, Jane’s Addiction coming to Rock the Shores - Times Colonist, Mar 31, 2015
Rock the Shores 2015 Announcement - Atomique Productions, Mar 31, 2015
Colwood history comes to life in new video - Goldstream News, Mar 27, 2015
Lights, camera action in Colwood - Goldstream News, Mar 18, 2015
High enviro standards, low cost, residents’ sewage plan priorities - , Mar 18, 2015
Victoria-area residents count billions of blossoms in friendly jab at rest of snow-covered Canada - The Province, Mar 17, 2015
Flower Count tops 17 billion blooms - Victoria News, Mar 17, 2015
Big year for Victoria Flower Count - , Mar 17, 2015
The [flower] count is on … - Goldstream News, Mar 17, 2015
Sewage treatment for Greater Victoria pushed back to 2023 - Times Colonist, Mar 13, 2015
Boulevard Magazine Women Making a Difference features Mayor Hamilton - Boulevard Magazine, Mar 12, 2015
Province launches new licensing for home builders - Times Colonist, Mar 9, 2015
Developer seeks to expand Esquimalt Lagoon housing project - Times Colonist, Mar 5, 2015
February 2015
Spring start for $90M Pacific Landing in Colwood - Times Colonist, Feb 25, 2015
Colwood lighting the way for smart home technology - Goldstream News, Feb 20, 2015
Solar Colwood on CBC: An alternative energy showcase - CBC Victoria (PODCAST), Feb 20, 2015
City subsidies for smart homes in Colwood - CHEK News VIDEO, Feb 19, 2015
Working as a community to make HASTe on the West Shore - Goldstream News, Feb 19, 2015
Spotlight on the Arts: Taking venues to the next level - Goldstream News, Feb 19, 2015
Hatley Castle beckons to road runners - Goldstream News, Feb 19, 2015
Colwood: Realizing a Future through Strategic Planning - Buisness in Focus Magazine, Feb 19, 2015
EDITORIAL: Finalized deal a positive sign for Colwood, West Shore - Goldstream News, Feb 17, 2015
Colwood no sad cousin to Langford - Goldstream News, Feb 17, 2015
Colwood hopeful city centre will start rising - Times Colonist, Feb 12, 2015
Colwood takes aim at video signs in city - Goldstream News, Feb 6, 2015
Westside treatment plans creep forward - Goldstream News, Feb 3, 2015
Running the Island for PTSD and mental health - Goldstream News, Feb 3, 2015
Westridge Landing featured on CHEK News - VIDEO: CHEK News, Feb 3, 2015
Editorial: Nail down costs in merger study - , Feb 2, 2015
January 2015
Royal B.C. Museum opts for entryway nip and tuck - Times Colonist, Jan 31, 2015
Colwood water main work ongoing - Goldstream News, Jan 29, 2015
Langford pulls Q Centre arena subsidy from Colwood, Highlands - Times Colonist, Jan 23, 2015
West Shore Learning Tour opens minds of young and old alike - Goldstream News, Jan 23, 2015
Chief administrative officer in Colwood might be on way out - , Jan 22, 2015
Sewage solution conundrum - Victoria News, Jan 16, 2015
Sewage open houses for western capital region begin today - Times Colonist, Jan 14, 2015
Pirouette your way to fun, fitness - Times Colonist, Jan 8, 2015
Colwood Chronicles author Bill Silvester on air with CFAX Cafe Victoria - CFAX 1070, Jan 7, 2015
Colwood volunteers making a difference - Goldstream News, Jan 1, 2015
Colwood firefighters hosting tree chip weekend - Goldstream News, Jan 1, 2015
December 2014
B.C. Transit expands West Shore service - Times Colonist, Dec 26, 2014
Lights, Santa, action! Greater Victorians get into the spirit - Times Colonist, Dec 10, 2014
Heat pump grants used up from Solar Colwood - Goldstream News, Dec 9, 2014
Royal Roads University alum presents school with $5M gift - Goldstream News, Dec 4, 2014
Fawn rescued from ice on Esquimalt Lagoon - Times Colonist, Dec 3, 2014
November 2014
Our Community: Belmont food drive aims high - Times Colonist, Nov 29, 2014
West Shore officers honoured amongst their peers - Goldstream News, Nov 25, 2014
The kindness of a Colwood couple feeds Victoria’s homeless - CHEK News, Nov 22, 2014
Under 30s in capital region government look to make waves - Times Colonist, Nov 20, 2014
Election 2014: Colwood councillor-elect says, ‘This one’s for you, mom!’ - Goldstream News, Nov 18, 2014
Election 2014: At Issue -- Piping up on sewage in Colwood - Goldstream News, Nov 11, 2014
Larger grants available from Solar Colwood, CRD - Goldstream News, Nov 7, 2014
Experienced communicator extolling Colwood's virtues - Black Press, Nov 5, 2014
October 2014
Building an education - CTV Vancouver Island - VIDEO, Oct 28, 2014
Recharge at Esquimalt Lagoon - CTV Vancouver Island - VIDEO, Oct 15, 2014
Go Play Outside at Hatley Gardens - CTV Vancouver Island - VIDEO, Oct 15, 2014
EDITORIAL: Colwood Corners may rise again - Goldstream News, Oct 14, 2014
Court OKs new owner for Colwood Corners site - Goldstream News, Oct 14, 2014
Civic election candidates in the Capital Region - Times Colonist, Oct 10, 2014
Colwood re-examines amalgamation question - CTV Vancouver Island - VIDEO, Oct 10, 2014
Colwood Mayor keen to work with development's new owner - Times Colonist, Oct 10, 2014
Vancouver firm takes over Colwood Corners development - Times Colonist, Oct 9, 2014
Moving Colwood city hall among development ideas - Times Colonist, Oct 8, 2014
City of Colwood praised for 'user-friendly’ trails map - Goldstream News, Oct 7, 2014
Potential cure for the Colwood Crawl? - CTV Vancouver Island - VIDEO, Oct 7, 2014
Mayors question sewage program - CTV News, Oct 1, 2014
September 2014
Colwood development includes rentals, community’s first hotel - Times Colonist, Sep 25, 2014
Black bear killed after getting too close to Colwood school - Times Colonist, Sep 25, 2014
New hotel centre of development boom - CTV Vancouver Island - VIDEO, Sep 24, 2014
Colwood grants in aid program accepting applications - Goldstream News, Sep 23, 2014
Sam Roberts will play Colwood in November - Times Colonist, Sep 23, 2014
New West Shore schools on time and on budget - Times Colonist, Sep 19, 2014
$24.5-million upgrade of CREST emergency radio approved - Times Colonist, Sep 18, 2014
Doors thrown open for tour of Colwood solar home - Goldstream News, Sep 16, 2014
Colwood lays out long term economic development plan - Goldstream News, Sep 11, 2014
Municipalities to steer next steps in sewage treatment plan - Times Colonist, Sep 10, 2014
New radios on horizon for emergency responders - Times Colonist, Sep 10, 2014
Colwood history still needs a home - Goldstream News, Sep 4, 2014
Trees for Tomorrow grant to plant at Colwood Creek Park - Goldstream News, Sep 2, 2014
August 2014
Colwood track brings best B.C. kids on bikes - Goldstream News, Aug 21, 2014
New Allandale path garners improvements - Goldstream News, Aug 21, 2014
CRD trashes sewage flyer campaign targeting Esquimalt residents - Times Colonist, Aug 14, 2014
Thetis brush fire burns nearly a hectare - Goldstream News, Aug 12, 2014
Is sewage mail-out plan to Esquimalt residents down the tube? - Times Colonist, Aug 12, 2014
Firefighters put out brush fire off Galloping Goose near Kelly Road - Times Colonist, Aug 11, 2014
Better environmental vision is needed - TImes Colonist, Aug 9, 2014
Arson suspects arrested after Colwood brush fires - Goldstream Gazette, Aug 1, 2014
July 2014
Firefighters get Fort Rodd Hill brush fires under control fast - Times Colonist, Jul 31, 2014
Colwood cafe venture a new adventure for youth - Victoria News, Jul 29, 2014
Do Kelly Road upgrade work all in one swoop - Victoria News, Jul 29, 2014
Victoria's Kevin Carrigan ready for another PGA test - Times Colonist, Jul 23, 2014
Royal Roads achieves gold star for sustainability performance - Goldstream Gazette, Jul 22, 2014
Colwood receives cash for Kelly Road upgrade - , Jul 17, 2014
Numerous summer camp options at Juan de Fuca - Goldstream Gazette, Jul 16, 2014
Sweet solution for honey bees - CBC On the Island, Jul 14, 2014
Selling Sechelt sewage - CBC On the Island - Podcast, Jul 14, 2014
Rock the Shores in Colwood a success - CTV Vancouver Island - Video clip, Jul 13, 2014
Review: Nine bands blaze in the sun at Rock the Shores - Times Colonist, Jul 13, 2014
Rock the Shores: Numbers down, but few hiccups in music fest - Times Colonist, Jul 12, 2014
Smooth opening day as 7,000 music fans hit Rock the Shores - Times Colonist, Jul 11, 2014
Rock the Shores festival will test laxer liquor laws - Times Colonist, Jul 11, 2014
CRD aims to woo Esquimalt on sewage plan with mailing campaign - CHEK News (Video), Jul 10, 2014
CRD to consider a new sewage idea - CFAX 1070, Jul 10, 2014
Colwood property comes alive again with young campers - Victoria News, Jul 10, 2014
There’s no time to waste on wastewater plan - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2014
Costs laid out for Colwood sewage plant - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2014
Collective takes art outdoors - , Jul 9, 2014
Waiting game begins on Capital City Centre development - Victoria News, Jul 8, 2014
BC Environment Minister talks about sewage treatment - CBC Radio - On the Island withGregor Craigie, Jul 8, 2014
Colwood Sewage Plan - Chek News (Video), Jul 7, 2014
June 2014
Treatment options clean and green for City of Colwood - Victoria News, Jun 27, 2014
Seafield proposal moves forward in Colwood - Victoria News, Jun 26, 2014
Royal Bay plan amendment passed in Colwood - Victoria News, Jun 25, 2014
Colwood’s Capital City Centre project key to League’s fall: report - Times Colonist, Jun 25, 2014
Students help to build Westshore high schools - Times Colonist, Jun 19, 2014
Report due next week on League’s financial woes - Times Colonist, Jun 17, 2014
It’s time for collaborative solutions to sewage - Times Colonist, Jun 17, 2014
Editorial: Amalgamation a local issue - Times Colonist, Jun 17, 2014
Decision on Royal Bay plan likely to come soon in Colwood - Victoria News, Jun 16, 2014
Colwood selfie reflects city best - Victoria News, Jun 11, 2014
Anti-graffiti paint tested on Lagoon loos - Goldstream News Gazette, Jun 11, 2014
Have a sweet time at Strawberry Tea in Colwood - , Jun 11, 2014
Taking steps toward inclusivity in Colwood - Goldstream News Gazette, Jun 11, 2014
Mayor Hamilton discusses sewage treatment and amalgamation - CFAX 1070 - Radio Podcast, Jun 10, 2014
Sewage Treatment in the CRD: What went wrong - CFAX 1070 Radio Podcast Terry Moore with Chris Corps, Jun 5, 2014
May 2014
Esquimalt wants its own sewage treatment - looks to Colwood's approach - CFAX 1070, May 29, 2014
Doing the arithmetic on sewage treatment - Focus Magazine Online, May 28, 2014
Another local mayor welcomes province's refusal to impose sewage plant on Esquimalt - CFAX 1070, May 28, 2014
CRD drops plan to build sewage plant in Esquimalt, next step unclear - Times Colonist, May 27, 2014
Bike to Work Week expands - Coun. Cullington commuter challenge - Victoria News, May 21, 2014
Colwood against custody closure - Victoria News, May 21, 2014
Colwood is on the right sewage path - Times Colonist, May 10, 2014
Gift mothers with colour at Royal Roads - Victoria News, May 8, 2014
Colwood student art to get a big audience - Victoria News, May 7, 2014
Emergency responders pitch safety first - Victoria News, May 6, 2014
Final lineup announced for biggest ever Rock the Shores in Colwood - Times Colonist, May 6, 2014
April 2014
EDITORIAL: West Shore is arts-ready - Victoria News, Apr 29, 2014
Colwood works with public on sewage plan - BC Local News, Apr 27, 2014
English program soon ‘fini’ at John Stubbs school in Colwood - Victoria News, Apr 24, 2014
Join in the Colwood cleanup this weekend - Goldstream Gazette, Apr 24, 2014
Painters go au naturel in Colwood - Victoria News, Apr 24, 2014
Getting ready for royalty in Colwood - Victoria News, Apr 23, 2014
Colwood wants your input - Goldstream Gazette, Apr 22, 2014
Harper Government Announces Support for Community Infrastructure in Langford and Colwood - Market Wired, Apr 17, 2014
New owners revive and revamp delayed Colwood developments - Times Colonist, Apr 10, 2014
West Shore expects Rock the Shores boost - Times Colonist, Apr 9, 2014
Big music acts should help Rock the Shores set attendance records - Times Colonist, Apr 7, 2014
CRD offers grants toward solar hot-water systems - Times Colonist, Apr 1, 2014
March 2014
Colwood staffers keep eyes and ears open for suspicious behaviour - Victoria News, Mar 25, 2014
Overview unveiled for massive Colwood neighbourhood at Royal Bay - Victoria News, Mar 11, 2014
Colwood sewage plan work will continue after CRD board vote - Victoria News, Mar 11, 2014
Colwood free to go it alone on sewage, except ... - Times Colonist, Mar 10, 2014
Colwood blooms brightly in Victoria Flower Count - Victoria News, Mar 7, 2014
Should Colwood be allowed to build their own sewage treatment facility? - CFAX1070 Radio Podcast, Mar 7, 2014
Despite cold, Victoria flower count tops one billion - Times Colonist, Mar 5, 2014
Colwood residents can glimpse designs for Royal Bay waterfront proposal - Victoria News, Mar 4, 2014
A pivotal moment - Focus Magazine, Mar 1, 2014
February 2014
Colwood seeks ideas from residents on future of community - Goldstream News Gazette, Feb 25, 2014
Wounded Warriors cross finish line in Colwood - Victoria News, Feb 21, 2014
Ledcor paid $700k for sewage pilot project (NOT Colwood) - Times Colonist, Feb 15, 2014
Bear Mountain Arena now the Q Centre - Times Colonist, Feb 12, 2014
Colwood wants out of region’s sewage plan - Times Colonist, Feb 12, 2014
Colwood offers to pay Langford's share of field at Royal Bay - Victoria News, Feb 4, 2014
Colwood seeks standalone sewage treatment plant - Victoria News, Feb 4, 2014
January 2014
Colwood's Rock the Shores festival expands to three days - Times Colonist, Jan 31, 2014
Colwood's Rock the Shores festival expands to three days - Times Colonist, Jan 31, 2014
Mystery of the Colwood soda bottle solved - Victoria News, Jan 28, 2014
Colwood's storied past left out in the shed - Victoria News, Jan 25, 2014
Big lineup expected for Victoria coast kindergarten registration in Colwood - Times Colonist, Jan 17, 2014
Colwood Honours those who give - Victoria News, Jan 16, 2014
League puts 22 properties up for sale - Times Colonist, Jan 14, 2014
Colwood City Hall first to achieve green certification for office practices - CFAX podcast, Jan 9, 2014
December 2013
Colwood backs JDF Seniors bus - Victoria News, Dec 20, 2013
Wishart kids recognized at Colwood Council - Goldstream Gazette, Dec 16, 2013
Colwood firefighters restore vintage truck - Goldstream Gazette, Dec 14, 2013
Christmas Lights up the West Shore way - Goldstream Gazette, Dec 1, 2013
November 2013
Royal Bay tooth lost in museum shuffle - Goldstream Gazette, Nov 27, 2013
League granted CCAA extension until June - Victoria News, Nov 22, 2013
Injured woman on side of road helped by fire chief and colleagues - Times Colonist, Nov 21, 2013
Navy divers pack on pounds for fundraising turkey trot - Victoria News, Nov 21, 2013
Students at Colwood's Wishart Elementary raise funds for Philippines typhoon victims - Times Colonist, Nov 13, 2013
October 2013
New Street Name Honours Colwood Pioneer - Goldstream Gazette, Oct 17, 2013
Navy disaster drill in water off Colwood spans from sea to hospital - Times Colonist, Oct 2, 2013
West Shore Parks and Rec fishes for new arena name - Goldstream Gazette, Oct 1, 2013
West Shore Parks and Rec fishes for new arena name - Goldstream Gazette, Oct 1, 2013
September 2013
Top 13 West Shore winners celebrated at Chamber awards - Victoria News, Sep 30, 2013
Hesjedal honoured by roadway to new school in Colwood - Times Colonist, Sep 28, 2013
Shovels in ground for new West Shore school - Victoria News, Sep 28, 2013
Residents sway favour against Royal Bay development - Goldstream Gazette, Sep 25, 2013
Colwood scores two awards at this week's UBCM in Vancouver - Victoria News, Sep 19, 2013
Landmark Esquimalt Lagoon building torn down - Goldstream Gazette, Sep 16, 2013
Colwood's longest serving fire chief set to retire - Goldstream Gazette, Sep 11, 2013
August 2013
Colwood considers claiming Cole Island - Goldstream Gazette, Aug 29, 2013
Go! Island video promotes Colwood's St. John the Baptist Centennial Celebration - Shaw TV, Aug 22, 2013
Colwood church celebrates a century - Goldstream Gazette, Aug 21, 2013
Church Centennial provides perfect wedding venue in Colwood - Victoria News, Aug 21, 2013
July 2013
Sunny side up for Colwood - Victoria News, Jul 31, 2013
City of Colwood set to get its hands dirty - Victoria News, Jul 25, 2013
New life for Colwood development - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2013
Backyard chickens get Colwood's thumbs up - CFAX 1070, Jul 9, 2013
Colwood residents to be asked about amalgamation on next municipal ballot - Times Colonist, Jul 9, 2013
Urban hens could score coop as Colwood pecks at backyards - Times Colonist, Jul 6, 2013
New Colwood website online - Goldstream Gazette, Jul 6, 2013
Colwood plans private treatment plant - Times, Jul 5, 2013
Colwood vet donates doggy bags - Goldstream Gazette, Jul 5, 2013
June 2013
Solar panels let you be green and save you money - Times Colonist, Jun 27, 2013
West Shore ferry to downtown Victoria - CHEK News, Jun 24, 2013
Solar Colwood rises from the ashes and spreads its wings - Times Colonist, Jun 13, 2013
May 2013
Royal Roads students help Colwood get ready for the worst - Goldstream Gazette, May 21, 2013
March 2013
Colwood goes far beyond 'Earth Hour' - CHEK News, Mar 23, 2013
Mayor Hamilton talks about sewage treatment - CBC Radio, Mar 5, 2013
February 2013
Maurine Karagianis, MLA, Profiles Solar Colwood in the Legislature - Video, Feb 27, 2013
Colwood Committee to discuss proposed performing arts centre - Westshore Performing Arts, Feb 14, 2013
January 2013
District delves into details of new high schools - Goldstream Gazette, Jan 30, 2013
Stop means stop at new signs in Colwood - Goldstream Gazette, Jan 22, 2013
WWF puts BC cities on the shortlist for efforts in fighting climate change - Vancouver Sun, Jan 18, 2013
Say Cheese! Colwood condo development to feature 1852 dairy almost lost to history - Times Colonist, Jan 2, 2013
May 2012
Buyer found for Colwood's Royal Bay lands - Goldstream News, May 3, 2012
April 2012
Solar Powered Bakery in Colwood - Shaw Daily, Apr 20, 2012
July 2011
Colwood mayor stepping aside in November - Goldstream News, Jul 28, 2011
August 2010
Colwood's financial woes - Times Colonist, Aug 20, 2010
May 2010
Colwood Mayor collars councillor - Times Colonist, May 20, 2010
October 2009
Colwood developers react to recession - Times Colonist, Oct 17, 2009
December 2007
100-year-old gravel pit closes down - Vancouver Sun, Dec 29, 2007
