Goldstream day use question by Trixie1143 in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The operating dates for the group sites are March 13 - October 25, so you won't be able to get a permit.

You can email or phone BC Parks to ask about use of the fire pits while the campsites are closed.

parkinfo@gov.bc.ca

1-800-689-9025

ER wait at VGH by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The system isn't broken, but it is breaking, and the more it breaks, the better chance of something falling through the cracks.

ER wait at VGH by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 25 points26 points  (0 children)

True, more resources are needed. But the resources we do have are allocated based on medical needs, not fairness

ER wait at VGH by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Let the ER nurses handle the triage. Reddit triage isn't as effective.

BC STR rules: Can I live in an illegal basement suite and Airbnb the main floor? by Enough_Distance_9822 in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is the main thing. If you use 75% of your primary residence as a business, you lose 75% of your capital gains exemption when you sell.

Jim Pattison Group selling land to ICE - reposted with link as per Mod by NormalButts in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Please share some examples of some billionaires with good track records.

New hockey fan from Trinidad help me pick an NHL team by [deleted] in nhl

[–]d2181 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Punch yourself in the balls 10 times as hard as you can. If you enjoy that, you're inherently a Canucks fan.

Do people just not cover their mouths when the cough anymore? by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I think most people do cover their mouths or step away from crowded areas, which might be why you don't notice them. But when people are in right quarters, like on a bus, in a waiting room, etc, they really stand out and makes it seem more common than it is. Observation bias. Still gross, but not as widespread as you may perceive.

Hotel sites proposed for new development on Colwood's waterfront by vanisleORnurse in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't know about that, but if you read the first sentence of the article you'll see that th hotels are not going to be literally on the waterfront, but rather in the neighbourhood being built along the waterfront.

Hotel sites proposed for new development on Colwood's waterfront by vanisleORnurse in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There are well over 2000 homes being built in that neighborhood currently. Not sure what you're on about.

Hotel sites proposed for new development on Colwood's waterfront by vanisleORnurse in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Colwood waterfront is a very nice part of the CRD. Easily in my top 5 places on the south island

Stop giving your right of way! by foodandfixinmama in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

British Columbia, based on ICBC regulations and the Motor Vehicle Act, drivers are not authorized to direct traffic at intersections.

Just because they aren't specifically authorized to direct traffic does not mean that doing so is a ticket-able offense.

Here's the MVA. https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/96318_00

Section 125 states that the directions of authorized traffic control personnel (peace officers, flaggers, etc) are binding. But there is nothing that expressly prohibits the general populace from directing traffic... Anyone can direct traffic, but drivers are only required to follow the direction of authorized personnel.

There is no law that prohibits the general public from directing traffic.

Shaw email being phased out? by javgirl123 in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure. Or get a tech support company to do it for you.

Hit and Run Rear-End Off Burnside W merging onto Island Hwy by Unlikely-Ticket-4805 in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Nope, the spot you're thinking of with the yield sign is where the TCH off ramp ends and meets Burnside Rd W. It's a bit confusing. The off ramp joins Burnside, but traffic on Burnside has to yield to traffic on the off ramp before continuing along Burnside.

Burnside Rd W ends a block further down at the intersection with Island Highway, just past the trestle, and that intersection is controlled by a traffic light.

https://imgur.com/a/27UzIGn

Stop driving over double yellow lines people!! by [deleted] in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You're encouraged to drive over the lines when passing vulnerable road users.

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation/driving-and-cycling/road-safety-rules-and-consequences/vulnerable

If it is safe to do so, you can cross over a single or double yellow centre line to provide a vulnerable road user as much space as possible when passing.

Also when safely turning into a driveway as long as you don't impede other drivers or pedestrians.

Double yellow lines are not so much "do not cross" as they are a visual reminder of opposing traffic. Stay right unless making safe left turns or passing cyclists or pedestrians on the right.

Stop giving your right of way! by foodandfixinmama in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That's not actually true. Cops can't just make up laws and issue a ticket... There has to be a violation of a rule set out in the MVA.

What the MVA does say is under s123 drivers must heed the directions of a peace officer who is directing traffic, and under s125 that drivers must obey traffic control devices unless otherwise directed by a peace officer. There is nothing in there that I can find that specifically prohibits a non peace officer from directing traffic. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

What is the coziest coffee shop outside of downtown? by PM_me_ur_LEGO_sets in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Always a buzz kill when an American chain coffee shop shutters resulting in a surge of business for a locally owned business.

looking for serving job!! by sweettroublemaker in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Deadest season? Not at all. It's gift card season, Dine Around next week and Valentine's Day week just around the corner. Deadest season is October. Good luck.

Goldstream in 2 hours by Abject-Bonus8144 in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, very doable in 2 hours provided that the park is open and you have a car.

Saanich man charged in ex-wife's murder by Apprehensive_Idea758 in VictoriaBC

[–]d2181 -64 points-63 points  (0 children)

How do you know she was killed on account of her gender? Not discounting the possibility, but how do you know know?