Tag Archives: Victoria

Selkirk Trestle

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Katherine

Selkirk Water extends northwest from the Point Ellice Bridge to Chapman Point. The Galloping Goose Regional Trail traverses Selkirk Water on a bridge known as the Selkirk Trestle that was originally built by the Canadian National Railway. The 300-metre long … Continue reading →

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Derelict boats on the Gorge

Posted on July 15, 2014 by Katherine

Victoria is pushing ahead with bylaw changes to prohibit overnight anchoring in the Gorge Waterway despite some councillors’ concerns that the move will eliminate recreational boating options. The city has been working to find a way to deal with about … Continue reading →

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Unplugged music – Market Square

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Katherine

A bit of unplugged acoustic music at Market Square

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Unplugged music – James Bay Market

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Katherine

  A bit of unplugged acoustic music at the James Bay market

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Dandy

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Katherine

I saw this box and thought of an acquaintance who frequently uses the phrase “that’s just dandy” to dismissively and condescendingly describe that which she does not approve of – usually because it was not her idea. While George Bryan … Continue reading →

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Victoria – Harbour Air

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Katherine

The Harbour Air floats in Victoria’s Inner Harbour Dehavilland DHC-3

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James Bay – Dallas Road

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Katherine

Dallas Road near Ogden Point in James Bay

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James Bay community book box

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Katherine

A community book box in James Bay

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Johnston Street bridge replacement

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Katherine

Work in progress for the Johnston Street bridge replacement, Sadly, the train bridge and the E&N station were victims of this project.

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Ogden Point

Posted on July 11, 2014 by Katherine

A moment captured at Ogden Point – viewing the breakwater from the cruise ship terminal.

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