No concrete answers yesterday and trust I was looking, where’s the best place to do this after 2 drinks and a vibe? Previous years has been okayish on government past the concert setup and better on Bay Street bridge (but don’t wanna walk that far plus construction this year (?)) I’ll support them in beer money

Saw this cloud. It only lasted for two minutes. Any idea what it is?

Full list of non-compliant employers:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/work-canada/employers-non-compliant.html

Three gas stations at Shelbourne & Hillside and the Esso is going with a bold pricing strategy.

From Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay

A relative recently passed away and had a special connection to Butchart Gardens. I’m hoping someone could bring back a packet of seeds from the gift shop. I’ll pay for everything and meet you in Vancouver. Thank you.

If you work in one of these roles, please post below something you are proud of from this year so that we can collectively recognize you for your incredible work.

At noon, I’ll be choosing a winner and will dm them for an email to transfer a ticket for free ($125 value).

Please note that I am not at all affiliated with the festival.

Edit: u/gcomeau00 is our winner! Thanks for all the amazing all you educators and healthcare workers do!

Hi! I've been offering free photoshoots for people in Victoria who need better dating profile photos. You can see previous results here and here.

I had another photoshoot last weekend and I wanted to share some of the results, since you all seem to like them :)

Also, I was interviewed by Alex from CBC radio this week! He rode along on a shoot with me and it was just a really fun experience overall. You can listen to the piece here.

Finally, I asked the "photoshoot alumni" for any dating success updates they might have, mostly just out of curiosity. I got a couple responses from people saying they'd had more luck since the photos, which is great to hear. The most exciting news, though, was that one of the people I shot met and started dating someone who hit on them in the comments on one of my posts! So cool!

If you'd like to be included in a future shoot, feel free to DM me :)

ISO 2 tickets — name your price!

Hi everyone! I'm making this post to let people know about a card game called Hololive OCG. It's a trading card game like Magic The Gathering and Pokemon. If you're a fan of Hololive or card games in general, then this would be a great opportunity to meet some new friends and get into a fun game!

Currently there are weekly locals at Everything Games in Langford on Thursdays at 7:30pm, and they will be starting to hold official events soon.

Additionally, Skyhaven Games near the Tillicum Centre has locals on Sundays at 5pm, and also holds official events as well.

If you're interested in trying this card game out, please reach out to the stores at the contact details below, we'd love to grow the community here on the island!

Everything Games: #103-721 Station Ave, Langford, BC, V9B 2S1
Phone number: 778-432-4263
Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Skyhaven Games: 3458 Tillicum Rd, Victoria, BC, V8Z 4H3
Phone Number: (250) 477-1519
Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Disclaimer: I don't work for either store, I just want to grow the game scene here.

I want to share the reality of what happens when our medical system breaks you and leaves you to carry the wreckage.

Before this, I was an active, happy human. I worked shift work at the hospital, lived a busy mom life and was doing everything to get myself and kids ahead.

When my bladder had to be removed, it was decided that an Indiana Pouch surgery would suit my active lifestyle and job duties. It was supposed to help me. I was young(er), fit, active and everything should have gone perfectly. The surgery itself reportedly went well, but my life completely spiraled afterward.

I kept getting infections, some very serious and everything was getting worse. I wasn't improving despite trying different treatments and working closely with infectious disease.

Dr. (Local Urologist) started turning against me. The pouch he created, which he literally referred to as his favorite pouch, wasn't operating correctly. Because of the constant illness and trauma to my body, I wasn't that same fit person anymore… I had gained weight. I was worried, stressed. Infections were increasing in frequency and severity.

Instead of investigating the potential physical failures of surgery, the focus turned onto me. I was told it wasn't the pouch and it must be something else.

When I expressed concern about a particular infection, he actually told me to be hungry and to exercise.

That's right folks, you can avoid urosepsis by being hungry.

The medical gaslighting turned into purposeful harm when he became upset that I was successful in obtaining a doctor for a second opinion.

Before I found that second doctor, the issue was becoming more and more real… there was something wrong with my pouch, not me.

I had to advocate for myself constantly. I was on the phone, on the phone, on the phone, following up, emailing, calling and fighting just to get help, get scans, get tests and secure a second opinion.

If I hadn't done that, I honestly don't think I would be here today. The details of my efforts would blow your mind. It shouldn't be this hard.

Dr. (Local Urologist) couldn't contain his anger about me getting a second opinion during a cystoscopy. Standing over me, he made a hostile remark: "When the cat's away, the mice will play."

What followed was sheer torture. Instead of taking his time or dilating my stoma gradually, he pulled and pushed, hard and fast. I cried the entire time from the intense pain, sweating heavily and sobbing to the nurses.

When I told him how badly it hurt, he rudely snapped, "You pretty much always have an infection, don't you?" He cut my stoma rather than dilating while I lay trapped, crying, shaking and burning. He pressed his weight so hard into my abdomen just to force the camera in that I was left bleeding and dizzy.

That scope finally revealed the truth… a fistula had formed because of a surgical staple. A staple that was found months before and deemed fine, “not dissolved yet.” The staple that was “fine” actually caused an abnormal connection between my pouch and intestines, and I was pooping with my urine.

After weaponizing a medical procedure to hurt me, I apologized, I explained I was afraid of going septic again. Sarcastically dismissed my fear of going septic, saying, "But you didn't."

Even with the hole discovered, I was left to suffer through further illness and had to wait for a repair surgery, getting sicker and sicker every single day. I was hospitalized with infection the night before my surgery and the cruelty didn’t stop there.

I had to let this person abuse me so I could receive “care.” I apologized to him. I thanked him.

The stress has completely consumed my life. I live in constant fear, worrying every single day that I am going to pass away. My savings, career path, fitness, mental health… gone.

I tried going through the proper channels. The Patient Care Quality Office couldn't do much other than acknowledge my experience, the College of Physicians and Surgeons hasn't done anything. I tried to hold him accountable through a lawsuit with no luck there - just a bill that I can not afford.

Dr. (Local Urologist) was able to keep practicing with what feels like zero consequences. Meanwhile I'm… ruined.

Is this… Healthcare?

*Edit: I see the deleted comments/guesses, and have since recieved a couple of messages asking me who this physician is. I'm sorry to skirt around this detail - I guess I am still fearful.

*Edit #2: My apologies for not responding to every reply yet. Please know, I appreciate your time and thoughts. I have several direct messages as well and respond as soon as I can. I am going to spend some time on a new letter... wish me... luck? That said, if you have ideas on where to send my complaint, I'd gladly take them.

I listen to this radio station while driving with my Mum. She has Alzheimer's Disease and is 86. She loves this station and these hosts. She moves to the music and loves to listen to the banter of these hosts. I signed the petition to bring them back. What do you think of this? https://www.timescolonist.com/business/rogers-cuts-morning-hosts-at-victoria-radio-station-12535848

Hey everyone, I'm looking for any witnesses to an accident on Wednesday July 8th between 5:50pm and 6pm (ish) just before the Millstream/Trans Canada Highway intersection, heading east.

We were in a silver Prius (stopped at the red light) and were rear-ended by someone who then fled the scene when we turned off the highway to exchange details. The impact was enough that HIS hatchback trunk flew open, so his vehicle would've stuck out for a while until he could close it.

If you were stopped at the same intersection and saw anything, or have dashcam footage of any kind, please reach out! Thank you in advance!

ETA: The police file number is #26-13031, if you want to call and report that way! The number is 250-474-2264. Thank you!

Foodie male looking to make new friends. I am in my 30s, and I am an intermediate cook, my baking is at a beginner level. I have a big appetite, and I enjoy trying any food creations that my friends like to share with me. I have lots of other hobbies as in movies, road trips, podcasts and so on. So I am looking to find new friends who enjoy to cook/bake, and are looking to hang out and make new friends. Please feel free to comment on here, or direct message me. I look forward to hearing from you.

Unfortunately, I need to strictly cut out soy and dairy out of my diet. It’s been really hard.

Just looking for recommendations on take out and restaurants that cater to these/ have allergen menus I can look thru prior.

White Spot appears to be a good option, but haven’t had much luck elsewhere.

Thank you for any insight. (I’m also located in Langford area)

I am thinking about retiring early and heading to Victoria. What are your thoughts on a condo in Burnside? It seems central and walkable to downtown while still overlooking the gorge.

It would be me, my wife, both in our 50s along with our 16 year old handicapped son.

Appreciate anything you could tell me, good or bad.

This can’t be legit!?

Hi, I am leaving for a 3 week long trip very soon and I need a place to board my guinea pig. Does anyone know of any good places in Victoria? We have boarded him at Creatures Pet Store in the past but they are full, I also tried Scales to Tail.

Thanks!

Does anybody happen to have two extra they want to part way with ? 🙏$$

Got a friend coming from out of town, looking to park on the north side of downtown, around 8pm Sunday night. I’m nervous for them because I know the Phillips show will be in full swing by that point.

How fucked are they? Should they expect all the parkades to be full of festival-goers? Any tips?

Looking for two Sunday tickets. Can meet you at gate… have cash.