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Tomorrow is Remembrance Day, and we’ve included a roundup of ceremonies happening across the city.

The Capital Daily team will be offline for the holiday, so there won’t be a newsletter tomorrow. We’ll be back in your inboxes on Thursday.

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Tomorrow is Remembrance Day, and across the capital city there will be plenty of ways to honour the brave Canadians who risked their lives fighting for our country.

It's been 107 years since an armistice agreement was signed, ending the First World War, and 81 years since the conclusion of the Second World War. In the decades since, Canadian soldiers have been called on to serve in wars, conflicts, and peace missions around the world. 

To mark the solemn holiday, municipalities will be hosting military parades and ceremonies across the capital region. 

See the full list here.

Road closure: Richmond at Fort will be closed for a week starting today. 7am-5pm. 

Check your CHEK channels: TV listings off by one hour. [CHEK]

Oak Bay advisory body position applications are now open. 

Driving today? Check the current traffic situation via Google.

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When Canada and 195 other nations—including the US, which has since pulled out twice—signed the Paris Agreement on Earth Day (April 22), 2016, the goal was to limit global warming to below 2C, preferably to 1.5C above pre-industrial levels, to avert the most severe impacts of climate change.

According to new research from UVic, most of the planet has reached that threshold. 

As of the end of 2025, Earth experienced 90 to 94% of the warming expected in a world that’s 1.5C warmer than pre-industrial levels.

“Many of the climate risks associated with 1.5C of warming are no longer a future concern; they are already being experienced around the world,” said Francis Zwiers from the university’s Pacific Climate Impacts Consortium (PCIC).  

PCIC said global land temperatures had already hit an average of 1.9C above pre-industrial levels. It also said northwestern North America (that would be us) has already reached 3C above pre-industrial (1850-1900) levels.

The methods used in the study were similar to those of the recent Canada’s Changing Climate Report, which estimated that the country as a whole was 2.2C warmer during the past decade than during the pre-industrial period.

“People have asked, 'What should we be designing for in the future? What climate should we be considering?’ For the past decade, the scientists at PCIC have been identifying how their findings can inform the design and construction of large infrastructure like buildings and bridges,” Zwiers said.

“Regional warming has already reached levels effectively equivalent to those of a 1.5C world. The science underscores the urgency of adaptation everywhere, now.” 

British Columbia’s economic landscape is demanding more project delivery capacity, not less. For example, Bell and Telus are investing billions in network infrastructure and data centres.

As major projects increase, so does the need for strong project management practices (e.g., Agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban). Research from the Project Management Institute shows that more than 70% of organizations using Agile are satisfied with it.

“When you measure the amount of work that gets done by the Agile team, it's very easy to see progress happen quickly,” says Bryan Mavrow, an instructor with Continuing Studies at UVic.  

Ensuring organizations are efficient and productive isn’t just about doing more. Instead, it’s about building the skills needed so employees can stay adaptable and produce valuable results.

⛴️ BC Ferries is free tomorrow for active, reserve, and retired military personnel and cadets for Remembrance Day.

🚌 BC Transit, including HandyDart, is free tomorrow to all current and retired armed forces members and police officers in uniform.

🕊️ Ukrainian memorial for Jesse Adams: The Victoria animal rescuer was honoured in Kharkiv, Ukraine, after he was killed on the front lines.

🥞 Celebrate the season at Pancakes & Pajamas: brunch, activities, and a visit from Santa! Dec. 6 at Hotel Grand Pacific. Kids under three are free.*

📚 Victoria bookstores get a shout-out from musicians Tegan and Sara. [Facebook]

🔨 Harmony Project Sooke online auction open until Friday.

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Featuring a hockey game, Mounties, polar bears, and a battle on Parliament Hill, Royal Winnipeg Ballet brings the beloved wintertime classic—with a Canadian twist! RWB's Nutcracker is Dance Victoria’s largest production, featuring close to 100 dancers, including 60+ local youth, accompanied by the Victoria Symphony. November 27–29 | Royal Theatre

Driver who killed cyclist on Quadra banned from driving for 2 years
Dugan Ingram, 63, received a two-year driving ban and $2K fine, the maximum amount, for driving without due care, after he ran a red light and killed cyclist Sylvie Argouarch, 68, on Quadra in July 2025. The judge acknowledged many will find the sentence “grossly inadequate,” but said the law limits penalties to inattentive driving, not its consequences. Citing Ingram’s “appalling” driving record, the judge said a longer prohibition would have been justifiable. Argouarch’s husband said he wanted a stronger sentence. [Times Colonist]

Postal workers union raises concerns over switch to community mailboxes in Greater Victoria
The Canadian Union of Postal Workers is lobbying municipal councils—including Esquimalt's yesterday—over Canada Post’s plan to replace door-to-door delivery with community mailboxes in parts of Greater Victoria starting next year. The union warns municipalities will bear upkeep costs like snow removal and garbage, and that seniors and people with disabilities could face accessibility barriers. The union says it wants Canada Post to explore expanding services while preserving existing post offices. Canada Post estimates the switch to community mailboxes will save the company up to $500M annually. [CHEK]

Driver stable after car flips onto roof near Bay Street Bridge
Victoria Fire said only one vehicle was involved in the incident, which left the car upside down, minus at least one wheel. At approximately 11:30am, the car hit a hydro pole and rolled onto its roof. The driver was first thought to be trapped inside, but firefighters determined they were not trapped and were instead suffering from a medical emergency. They were safely removed from the vehicle and taken to the hospital in serious but stable condition. A section of Bay was temporarily closed near Ludgate. [Black Press]

🎷 Cory Weeds: Hip to Be Square: The saxophonist and his organ quartet celebrate their album release at The Coda tonight. 6:30pm. [Info]

😆 Comedy on the Spot: A lineup of talented comedians will showcase their stand-up and riff on audience prompts at Langford Emporia tomorrow. 8pm. [Info] 

🏒 Fundraiser for JDF Hockey U18: Enjoy a night of comedy in support of the Juan de Fuca hockey program at Hecklers. Thursday. 8pm. [Info]

🥞 Constructing Kindness: Pancake breakfast and BBQ fundraiser in support of the Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank. Central Saanich Fire Hall. Saturday. 10am-1pm. [Info]

🕊️ Living in the Now: With Maggie Calder: Return to the moment where peace, joy, and true change are possible in this workshop at Victoria Truth Centre. Saturday. 1-4pm. [Info]

🏄 Let's Go Surfing: This tribute to The Beach Boys will showcase the band's biggest hits at McPherson Playhouse. Saturday. 7:30pm. [Info]

🖼️ Joy, a Celebration of Art and Friendship: Fifteen artists present paintings, printmaking, fibre art, and more at Tulista Gallery. Dec.11-17. 10am-4pm. [Info]

Sunday’s headlines: Willows Beach playground shut down; Weekly roundup; 4 cougars spotted, 1 goat killed in Saanich. [Nov. 8]

More stormy weather is expected for the Island and province starting today. [CTV] 

Oak Bay birder spots rare Steller’s Eider sea duck in Saanich. [Times Colonist]

Viola victory: After 10 years as a sub, violist joins Victoria Symphony. [CHEK]

2026 Victoria Chamber Auction runs through Sunday.

The Jury Experience in Victoria: Nov. 27-Jan. 23. [Info]

Victoria named No. 7 of Top 10 Fairytale Cities in North America.

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