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Gov. Gen. Mary Simon speaks of Queen's affection for her 'second home,' Canada

Gov. Gen. Mary Simon speaks of Queen's affection for her 'second home,' Canada

Gov. Gen. Mary Simon, the British monarch's representative in Canada, said in a televised statement Thursday evening that the late Queen was fond of Canada and considered this country to be her "second home.
'The end of an era': 91Ô­´´s react to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

'The end of an era': 91Ô­´´s react to the death of Queen Elizabeth II

When British Columbian Jason Dorey heard that Queen Elizabeth II had died, he was seized with an urge to share in his grief. So, the resident of Victoria headed to the B.C.
Transition to King Charles III as Canada head of state automatic after Queen's death

Transition to King Charles III as Canada head of state automatic after Queen's death

OTTAWA — As momentous as the death of Queen Elizabeth II may be after her 70 years on the throne, it's pretty much business as usual in terms of Canada's governance.
How the Queen's death will affect British Columbians

How the Queen's death will affect British Columbians

Condolence books for British Columbians to sign will be available in Victoria and 91Ô­´´.
A timeline of every B.C. visit made by the Queen

A timeline of every B.C. visit made by the Queen

With over 20 trips, Queen Elizabeth II visited Canada more than any other country during her 70-year reign. We look back at when she made it to B.C.
The Queen, longest-reigning monarch in British history, dies at 96: Buckingham Palace

The Queen, longest-reigning monarch in British history, dies at 96: Buckingham Palace

Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, Canada and the Commonwealth, ascended the throne as much by a twist of fate as by the grace of God.
King Charles III has long history with Canada, but must step into the spotlight

King Charles III has long history with Canada, but must step into the spotlight

MONTREAL — As he stood between wind-whipped 91Ô­´´ flags on a podium in Iqaluit in 2017, Prince Charles recalled his official first visit to Canada's North nearly half a century earlier.
What happens to Canada's currency, stamps, place names after the Queen's death?

What happens to Canada's currency, stamps, place names after the Queen's death?

OTTAWA — Queen Elizabeth II has been a constant presence in 91Ô­´´s' lives. Her face is engraved on our coins. It graces the $20 bill and is featured on some of our stamps. Even buildings, parks, mountains and islands bear her name.
The Queen visited Canada more than any other country during her long reign

The Queen visited Canada more than any other country during her long reign

She visited Canada no less than 31 times since her coronation in June 1952.
Acclaimed musician Jeremy Dutcher 'just happy to be growing'

Acclaimed musician Jeremy Dutcher 'just happy to be growing'

The Juno Award-winner will play Victoria this week as part of a University of Victoria concert and speaker series.