On 14 June 2018, 25 members of the Men’s Newcomers Club visited to the Naval Fleet School in Esquimalt to learn about, and to experience, the use of ship simulators in today’s Navy training, and to gain an insight into training for ship officers, and commanders. (more…)

We were very fortunate to be one of the group signed up for the tour of the Hatley Castle and Gardens. We were met at the assigned time by Bob Vance and Marcel Mercier, both of whom went out of their way to make sure everyone was welcomed as they arrived. (more…)

This was an excellent tour, very well organized and executed by our hosts.  The tour started with an overview of the Pacific Forest Research Centre, its national mandate, and how its responsibilities relate to those of provincial governments. (more…)

On a cold snowy morning at the beginning of November forty girls and boys travelled to Caledonia Distillery and Twa Dogs Brewery in Saanich of greater Victoria to learn about their operation and sample some of their wares. (more…)

On the morning of August 17, a Group of us had the pleasure of touring the Emily Carr Family Home and were met by the Curator Jan Ross, who also lives in the the family home.  We first attended a lecture in (more…)

A morning at the dump?! About 35 participants and spouses of the VMNC spent the morning touring the state-of-the-art facility located on the Saanich Peninsula. The tour organized by Glenn Soares, was hosted and guided by CRD employee Elaine Stuart. (more…)

Visit our Government House for a guided tour of the ceremonial home of all British Columbians. Valerie Raymond, former Canadian High Commissioner and Ambassador, has once again agreed to be our docent. She will outline the role and responsibilities of the Lieutenant Governor. Valerie will explain the fascinating history, architecture and native artifacts. As well, she will share the story of the drawings on the ceilings of this National Historic Site.

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