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Still in awe of the amazing court murals that have been painted across Saanich and Langford over these past few sunny months.
Learn more about the meaning of these stunning pieces of art and the artists behind them on our blog: wethewestfest.com/blogs/news
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Hello from Victoria, BC!
I am here on Vancouver Island for 10 days to share joy, hope and positivity.
YouTube: youtu.be/DizlRHPFuKc
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Another court mural complete! 😍
This inspiring court by Sarah Jim at Hampton Park in @Saanich highlights the interconnectivity of the land, sea, and sky.
Full details and meaning on the court's design: wethewestfest.com/blogs/news…
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Outside the Lines has been transforming courts across the CRD since May.
We're looking for volunteers to help with chalking, taping, and painting. No experience is necessary and all volunteers will receive a FREE shirt, hat, or socks!
Please email [email protected]
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Well, even though Canada fell short, the FIBA OQT was electric! We can't wait to host more basketball tournaments and events in Victoria and across British Columbia.
Until then, follow along for more basketball content, court murals, and exciting announcements!
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🏀 IT'S GAMEDAY 🏀
The FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament tips off in one hour!
Catch Canada vs. Greece at 4:05pm PT on @CBC and Uruguay vs. Turkey at 7:35pm PT on @DAZN_CA
#FIBAOQT #WetheWestFest
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The first Outside the Lines court mural is complete!
"With my own work, I like to draw influence from my culture so I wanted to celebrate and create something that uplifts and strengthens the community." - Rachel Wada, muralist
📍Horner Park, @saanich
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Over the weekend, our friend Lael Wilcox was the first woman across the finish line of the 385-mile UNBOUND Gravel XL event in Kansas. Find details on her ever-inspiring ride and some photos from Adam Andres Pawlikiewicz Mesa here…bikepacking.com/news/lael-wi…
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Did you know that Canada has only won one medal in Olympic Basketball?
In 1936, the year basketball made its Olympic debut,
Team Canada—and three players from Victoria—won silver in Berlin.
Find out more about Canada’s only medal in basketball here: wethewestfest.com/blogs/news…
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⚠ Attention #adventurers: #ParksCanada visitors should stay 2 meters away from those not in your group! ⚠ Need a helpful reminder of this distance? #Chewbacca is just over 2m! Please stay 1 #Chewie away and help keep everyone safe. #Maythe4thbewithyou #StarWarsDay
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Some good news today. We save 100 year old buildings so I think a tree that can easily live to 1000 should get the same preservation.
North Vancouver building redesigned to preserve 200-year-old cedar tree
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We're supporting the @bccycle road safety campaign, encouraging 1.5-metre minimum passing distance between cars and people cycling, walking, and using mobility devices. You can help, too! Learn more at bccc.bc.ca/safe-passing. #gobybikebc #roadsafety
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As We The West Basketball Festival nears, we'll be sharing more & more content from our local basketball community. Today, we'd like to introduce you to Max Miller—the brains behind Beaters to Heaters (@b3aters_to_h3aters on IG). Full story: wethewestfest.com/blogs/news…
#WeTheWestFest
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Happy #internationalwomensday!
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Science Vs is back next week!!! For Season 10! 🤯🥸🥳 So excited to share what we’ve been cooking up! open.spotify.com/episode/35k…
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If you've never tried it, cooking with plant-based beef doesn't have to be scary. In fact, it's a lot like cooking the real stuff. trib.al/hvfaMz5
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Our Storm Riders series celebrates the people of tourism who are valiantly riding this current storm with resilience & strength. Enjoy this read about SpringTide Whale Watching (@Whale_Tours): vancouverisland.travel/storm…
#VIStormRiders #ExploreVancouverIsland
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Nurses carrying in Moderna vaccines to the remote Indigenous community of Ahousat. The community honoured them with ceremony today before they vaccinated several members of the community. Chief Louie says it was an emotional experience, knowing Elders will be protected.
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Enjoy a variety of tastings in the Wolf Den at Wolf Brewing Company (@WolfBrewingVI). 🍻 They combine the rich flavours of the Pacific North with an Old World style of brewing to create vibrant and natural flavours worthy of admiration.
📍 940 Old Victoria Road
#ExploreNanaimo
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Nanaimo’s longest-standing microbrewery, @LongwoodBrewery, sources its ingredients from local farmers, resulting in unique beers that are truly local.
📍 2046 Boxwood Road
#ExploreNanaimo #ExploreVancouverIsland #ExploreBC #BCAleTrail #TheGrowlerBC

































