City of Victoria
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The official account for the City of Victoria, British Columbia. Not monitored 24/7. Calls for service: 250-361-0400 (24/7) or 911 for emergencies.
🎻 The David Foster & Friends concert comes to the Inner Harbour Aug. 8 🚌 Walk, bike or bus if you are able. 🚧 Road closures 4-11 p.m. on Government, Belleville, Menzies & more Learn more: https://ow.ly/a1N350ZxHvb #yyjtraffic
The City will be using smoke testing to inspect the sewer system from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Rock Bay: Aug. 10 and 11 You may see white smoke coming from maintenance holes, catch basins or gutters. If smoke is dark or odorous, treat as a potential fire and call 911.
Road closure: Yates St., just west of Cook St. 🗓️ Aug. 6, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. ⛔ Street closed to vehicles and bikes 👟 South sidewalk closed 🚩Local traffic accommodated with flagger assistance #yyjtraffic
Road Closure: Belleville St., from Quebec to Oswego St. 🗓️ Friday, July 31, 24 hours 🚧 Belleville Terminal Project 🚲👟 No vehicle, pedestrian or cyclist access 🚩 Follow directions of signs and crew #yyjtraffic
Notice: Intersection closure at Finlayson St. and Burnside Rd. E. 🕓 July 29 to 31, 6 p.m. to midnight 🚧 Milling and paving 🚩Follow directions of signs and crew
The City will be using smoke testing to inspect the sewer system from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Banfield Park: July 28 Rock Bay: July 29 to 31 You may see white smoke coming from maintenance holes, catch basins or gutters. If smoke is dark or odorous, treat as a potential fire and call 911.
Road closures and restricted access for milling and paving 📍Kiwanis Way-Cedar Hill Rd.: Cook to Finlayson St. 📍Cedar Hill Rd.: Hillside Ave. to Kiwanis Way 🗓️ July 20-21 🚧 Cook Street Major Upgrades ⛔ Expect delays, avoid the area
Intersection Closure: Paving preparation at Store & Pembroke St. 🗓️ July 20-21 ⛔ Intersection closed to vehicles, cyclists must dismount 👷♀️ Follow directions from signs and crews
⚠️ Summer and extreme fire risk are here. When it’s hot and dry, fires can spread very quickly, even from a small spark. Each summer, the Victoria Fire Department responds to hundreds of beach and brush fires, many in areas that are difficult to access. If you see smoke or fire, call 911.
Reminder: Pride Parade closures tomorrow 🚫 Closures along Government, Herald, Fisgard, Johnson, Wharf and Belleville streets 🌉 Johnson Street Bridge closed to eastbound vehicles, about 10 a.m. to noon 🚲 Free Downtown Bike Valet in Centennial Square, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. https://ow.ly/BZVB50ZlQoV
Notice: routine maintenance on the Johnson Street Bridge starts July 13. Expect: 🚧 Increased activity 🚗 Occasional lane reductions (two way traffic maintained) 🚶 Temporary pedestrian adjustments Work continues through late summer. #yyjtraffic
Closure of Dallas Rd. near the Memorial Cres. intersection 🕓 Starting July 6 until early fall 2026 🚧 Storm drain outfall upgrade to reduce flood risk and protect the storm system #yyjtraffic
📅 TODAY’s the deadline to pay your property taxes! Pay today to avoid late penalties. victoria.ca/propertytax
🎉 Happy Canada Day, Victoria! The celebration kicks off today at 11 a.m. with live music, delicious food trucks, family activities and fireworks lighting up the night. 🚧 Remember: road closures are in effect downtown, plan your trip ahead! For full schedule, visit: canadadayvictoria.ca
🚧 Canada Day road closures – July 1 🚫 Belleville St (Government to Menzies) closed all day ⚠️ Additional Inner Harbour closures possible as crowds increase in the evening 🎆 Songhees Rd (Tyee to Kimta) will close for fireworks 🚶 Walk, bike or take transit 🚲 Free bike valet https://ow.ly/Pt8250ZiNbu
Join us at an upcoming information session to learn more about upgrades coming to Pandora Ave. and Begbie-Shelbourne St. ▪️ July 6, 1-3 p.m.: Online ▪️ July 9, 1-3 p.m.: Stadacona Park Learn more: https://ow.ly/SxXA50ZhkvN
📣 The #IDPAD Youth Grant is now open for applications. The grant funds projects that support and empower youth of African descent. ⏰ Applications are due by Sunday, July 26 at 11:59 p.m. Learn more about the grant and eligibility and to apply online visit victoria.ca/IDPAD.
Notice: Lane closures and major delays on Cook St. 📍 Cook St., Hillside to Summit Ave. 🗓️ June 29-July 3, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 🚧 Milling and paving ⛔ Expect delays, avoid area *No construction on July 1 (Canada Day) #yyjtraffic
Notice: Full closure of intersection at Cook St. and Hillside Ave. 🛑 Local traffic only: ▪️Cook St.: Bay to Finlayson St. ▪️Hillside Ave.: Quadra St. to Cedar Hill Rd. 🗓️ Sunday, June 28, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 🚧 Milling and paving ⛔ Expect delays, avoid area #yyjtraffic
The Canadian flag will fly at half-mast at Victoria City Hall today to mark the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism. This national memorial day gives Canadians an opportunity each year to remember victims of terrorism around the world.
⚠️ A coastal flooding statement is in effect for Victoria. Be cautious near the coastline. 🌊 Possible coastal flooding, strong winds and waves, and unusually high tides forecasted overnight Monday until 4 a.m. Tuesday.
Night closures planned for the Point Ellice Bridge (both directions), with an intersection shutdown at Tyee Rd. and Bay St. 🕓 June 16, 17 and 18, 7 p.m.-7 a.m. 🚧 Bridge closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic 🔊 Expect construction noise #yyjtraffic
✅ The Point Ellice Bridge reopens to two-way traffic tomorrow morning at 7 a.m. As the bridge reopens, note that it remains an active construction zone for the next few weeks. Please reduce speed, follow posted signage and watch for crews. 1/2
Major Delays for Traffic Signal Upgrades 📍Cook St. and Hillside Ave. intersection 🗓️ June 9, 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 🚧 Traffic down to one lane in each direction 👟 Some crosswalk closures #yyjtraffic
📢 Get involved in the municipal election this fall! The City of Victoria is hiring election workers for advance voting and general voting day. Paid training is included. Apply by Sun. June 14 at 11:59 p.m. at victoria.ca/elections.
Coming soon to Dallas Road: three new accessible public washrooms. Designed for a wide range of users, with murals by local artists later this summer. Good news for residents, visitors and anyone who’s ever been caught out on a long, beautiful seaside walk.
Spring #GoByBike Week is here! Join us at the City’s Celebration Station for info on our cycling network, upcoming projects, biking and walking resources plus giveaways. 📍June 3, 4-6 p.m. in Centennial Square
Water main replacement begins on Quadra St. between Yates St. and Burdett Ave. 🕓 Starting May 25 until fall 2026 🚧 Traffic impacts include lane reductions and turning restrictions 🚩Please follow signage and direction from crews Learn more: https://ow.ly/atkk50Z2jtK #yyjtraffic
Reminder: Victoria Day Parade closures tomorrow ⛔ 8 a.m.-noon: Johnson Street Bridge closed to westbound vehicles ⛔ Point Ellice Bridge closed to eastbound vehicles ✅ Use Superior St. to access James Bay 🚲 Walk, bike or take the bus if you are able More info: victoria.ca/news #yyjtraffic
Notice: Major Delays for Cook Paving 📍 Summit Ave. to Slater St. 🗓️ May 19-29: Reduced lanes, 2-way traffic maintained, intermittent closures at Cook & Finlayson St., Finlayson closed eastbound at Quadra 🚧 Expect detours and delays 👟 Some crosswalk closures, cyclists must dismount #yyjtraffic