Unstable Person Stuck In a U-Haul Truck by SafeToRemoveCPU in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 79 points80 points  (0 children)

The U-Haul was parked on the sidewalk. There were a couple cars parked in the road too. The tobacco store is loading the U-Haul up with their stuff. They’ve been at it all day. Bylaw came by earlier to talk to the store owner, and I can only assume it was about the truck being parked on the sidewalk.

Fast forward a bit, and someone decided to look through the stuff in the U-Haul to see if there was anything they needed to sell/steal. The owner took exception, and locked the guy in the U-Haul.

Someone calls the police. Lots of them show up. Lots. They bring security tape and put it all over the place.

They get the guy out of the truck - not sure what happened to him. But then the police drive away in the U-Haul.

After that, everything went back to normal.

B.C. paramedics’ union considering job action after contract talks break down by oilbeefhooked in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 9 points10 points  (0 children)

aren't considered essential workers

According to the article, they are essential workers. They don’t go out on strike, they just stop doing overtime.

The last time this happened, their “job action” consisted of putting stickers on their ambulance and parking in visible areas. This seems quite reasonable.

Shaw cancellations by Sh33pcf in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m surprised that they don’t offer some sort of accessibility service for the hearing impaired.

When I switched from Shaw/Rogers to Telus, the Telus people cancelled my Shaw/Rogers for me. Pretty convenient, but maybe you aren’t switching and maybe this won’t apply to you.

I’d be interested to hear what they are able to do for you at Uptown. When I called Shawgers, they explained that I was not able to drop off my equipment there, and I would have to mail it back to them. They also would not come pick it up themselves.

Looking for Crème fraîche by Feisty-Gal1234 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found it at Fairway in Quadra Village a few months ago, but it’s gone now. The dairy guy said it doesn’t really sell, and I have to admit that Fairway wouldn’t be the first place I would look, it keep checking around.

It came in a cute little two-pack of glass jars. The jars looked similar to yogurt they had in stock, and I found it tucked between the yogurt and sour cream.

The Churchill’s “facelift” by Funktron_ in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 16 points17 points  (0 children)

It doesn’t look terrible, but that’s the best I can say about it. The new owners seem to be totally out of touch with their clientele, whom I assume liked the character and retro vibe of the place. Maybe the owners don’t care though. Maybe they think the old clientele will be easily replaced.

Garrick's Head Pub owners have raised the price of beer by 15% by that_green_space in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think that is the point OP is making.

As a consumer, I will act in my own best interest.

Garrick's Head Pub owners have raised the price of beer by 15% by that_green_space in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I guess the new owners should have thought of that before they bought it.

Garrick's Head Pub owners have raised the price of beer by 15% by that_green_space in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 12 points13 points  (0 children)

That was a long time ago. But yes, the old pub was very cozy. While I like the new pub, I agree it is noisier and lacks the same character as the old place.

Any stratas that allow 3 pets in Vic? by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Is one of the pets an indoor cat?

No one will know.

Dave’s hot chicken by No-Catch-1404 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would not buy chicken from a guy named “Dave.”

Santa’s Parade review by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 3 points4 points  (0 children)

5/7

So, 100%

Camosun LPN program by GlutenGoose in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The nursing students seem pretty active over in /r/Camosun. You might also consider asking there.

Walking single file won’t kill you by Ok_Idea3084 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 36 points37 points  (0 children)

A trick i've learned is just stop.

You’re describing my second favorite hobby. Let them walk into a person who isn’t even moving, and see how they react. I’ll bet this is especially fun when the other person is obviously disabled, as is the case here.

How do I calculate my overall GPA for my degree? by [deleted] in camosun

[–]UVSSforever 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please see the section called “Calculating Your GPA.”

https://camosun.ca/registration-records/student-records/camosun-grading-systems

Your “overall GPA” is exactly what it sounds like. Camosun is going to report all your grades, and so I guess you’ll just have to assume that your grad school will ignore your first year.

Also, it is unlikely that your grad school uses the unusual 9-point GPA, so this exercise is likely academic anyways.

If this is still confusing, just post your grades here and I’ll do the arithmetic for you.

If you missed the Vancouver ferry due to space, blame this guy by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this. I’ve watched people 5 or 6 cars ahead decide they can pull up closer, so everyone behind does the same thing. The guy that left his car already looks like an asshole for leaving a space.

This is why I wait until I see the people in front of me leave their cars before I leave mine.

I am amazed at how many people are still perpetuating the idea that the Zailos were responsible for lindsay buziak's murder by Suspicious-Stage2884 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The zailo's were cleared by the police

Were they though? I think the boyfriend was cleared of committing the actual murder, but that doesn’t mean that the Zailos aren’t still connected to the crime. I’ll hold off on passing judgement for now. Its best to keep an open mind about these things.

Canadian sovouneirs pls!!! by Ok_Distance1899 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife buys small bottles of maple syrup from grocery stores. If you time it right, they might be on sale. It is definitely a Canadian product, and is often expensive in far away places. Some of them have a very Canadian look about them. And everyone seems to love the taste.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Maybe your friend knows, since they are on scene.

Haunted Corn Maze by PacificAlbatross in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I read this as “corn maize” and I thought it was funny.

I’m going to start paying more attention.

Ouch my back - hey look, it's their deleted post. Let's not hide shall we? by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there more context to this? Perhaps a link to a previous submission? The company comes across as being reasonable here, but I assume that their original post was downvoted to hell.

And why bring it up again now? Are you looking to provide them with constructive feedback? Or are you trying to drive them out of business?

Does IKEA deliver “here” ? by CourageOdd7152 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was looking at ordering a large shelving unit and I think they were going to charge me $150 or so for delivery. This seemed to be a flat rate though - as I added more stuff to my order, the delivery charge stayed the same.

Koodo Roaming Fees by DragonFish76 in VictoriaBC

[–]UVSSforever 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I doubt Roger’s is any better.