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[Matt R.]

Maybe it was. Water would have been cleaner.

Edited by Matt R., 23 June 2024 - 07:24 PM.

[aastra]

Speaking of that floating hot tub...

[AllseeingEye]

This is what I mean by relatively new. Guess the water used to be much more polluted. Last 10-15 years it’s gotten popular.

 

Ohhhhhhhh..........was it ever especially in the 70's when the old BCFP mill was right at Jutland spewing all sorts of industrial crap into that waterway. It was literally brown and smelled to high heaven on hot summer days. No way would you swim in that soup 40-50 years ago.

[Matt R.]

[Victoria Watcher]

A $25,000 cash influx builds on the pursuit of inclusivity and creativity endeavours of the Gorge Waterway Action Society.

The group, dedicated to ongoing health and environment improvements on the Gorge with a focus on its crown jewel Esquimalt Gorge Park, earned the funding through Wawanesa Climate Champions: Local Grants.

Gorge Waterway Action Society will use the grant to host a series of events featuring local LGBTQ2S+ artists, musicians, and climate leaders to promote knowledge-sharing and belonging.




https://www.vicnews....k-grant-7692621










I’ve always felt the Gorge ain’t queer enough. This is the big fix we have needed.

Thanks, taxpayers!

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 10 December 2024 - 11:24 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Kids games, market, music and more make up a two-kilometre stretch of family fun for a Canada Day event that draws an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 people to the Gorge Waterway in Saanich.

The first Gorge Canada Day Picnic in 1999 came about through the vision and hard work of a small group of Gorge Tillicum Community Association volunteers. The idea was to have a day that Gorge residents could enjoy, traffic-free, along the Waterway and to build community through a popular celebration.

That vibe continues into 2025 with a parade and pancakes kicking off a community celebration July 1.



https://www.vicnews....y-party-8076035

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 17 June 2025 - 09:40 AM.

[Bambam]

Total blast if you've never attended this party. We walk over and you'll encounter everything from street hockey games to a Gorge version of the "Hot Cars of Victoria" display with a few dozen beauties on hand, to impromptu front lawn concerts hosted by residents who set up chairs on their front lawns, naturally with a few cold suds on hand. Of course there is also a large selection of food trucks on hand to satisfy any craving. I would say attendee numbers are closer to 15-20,000 based on the years we've been, every single one of them enjoying the day, proud and happy to be Canadian. Very worthwhile if you're looking for a family friendly activity on July 1.

[Victoria Watcher]

https://ehq-producti...e4b05a048a9cce8

 

 

 

 

 

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 04 August 2025 - 04:35 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Climate change is causing sea levels to rise, including in the Gorge Waterway and Portage Inlet.

 

 

We want to understand why the Gorge is important to you, to help guide planning for current flood risks and future sea level rise. Complete the survey, add a pin to the map or join us at an event to share your favourite places and experiences with the Gorge.

The feedback we receive will help shape the Gorge Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy, a collaboration between Victoria, Esquimalt, Saanich and View Royal, with support from the Capital Regional District.

Through this engagement, we aim to:

• Inform: Highlight the key issues and challenges sea level rise presents for the Gorge and Portage Inlet.
• Share: Provide background information on the Gorge and Portage Inlet.
• Listen & Learn: Gather your knowledge, experiences and values to help guide sea level rise planning for the Gorge and Portage Inlet.

Gorge Flood Adaptation Strategy

We are developing a Gorge Flood Adaptation Strategy. Once complete, it will identify coastal adaptation options that minimize the risk of flooding in the Gorge, from the Johnson Street Bridge to the end of Portage Inlet.

Based on the feedback we receive, as well as a risk assessment and technical analysis, we will develop adaptation options for each municipality along the Gorge and Portage Inlet to ensure long-term coastal flood resilience.

 

 

 

https://engage.victo...medium=referral

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 04 August 2025 - 04:36 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

Global sea levels are rising, but the Capital Regional District has not seen as much change yet. That’s because the land in our area has been gradually rising. This offsets the effect of rising oceans—at least for now. It’s happening because of two natural processes: 

• Tectonic uplift, caused by the movement of the Earth’s crust along the edges of tectonic plates. 
• Post-glacial rebound, the slow rise of land that was once compressed under the weight of massive glaciers during the last ice age, about 20,000 years ago.

 

https://engage.victo...6810/faqs#42358

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Is this plan a search for a problem that does not exist?  I don't think we should be planning for 2110.

[Victoria Watcher]

Put some type of a gate in at the reversing falls, that's half your issues solved.

 

The system should just be set so it only allows a certain maximum water level beyond the gates.

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 04 August 2025 - 04:42 AM.

[Victoria Watcher]

 

 

The bay at the north end of Pleasant Street might need some shoring, that looks pretty easy, and would be the only access point for all that water to the right and lower.  Rock Bay might be a little trickier.

Edited by Victoria Watcher, 04 August 2025 - 04:51 AM.