Victoria is the capital city of the Canadian province of British Columbia, on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada's Pacific coast.

It has the mildest winter climate of any city in Canada, and its many parks and green spaces have inspired its description as a “garden city.” Above all, Victoria is a city whose British heritage and colonial past can be seen clearly in its architecture, gardens, museums, urban squares, place-names, and English-style pubs.

Victoria’s setting is visually spectacular. The highly irregular southeastern coastline of Vancouver Island is indented with natural deep harbours (such as that of Victoria, whose Inner Harbour is the heart of the downtown area) and an interplay of peninsulas.

The Gulf Islands—hundreds of islets, islands, and protected marine parks—lie off Vancouver Island’s east coast in the Strait of Georgia.

Education

Another valuable benefit of living in Victoria is the access to high quality educational programs. From kindergarten through all the stages of your life, in almost any field of learning, there is a school to teach you what you need to know.

A progressive public school system that offers both francophone and french immersion options, as well as religion-based and athletic speciality programs.Private schools with coed or gender–based programs from kindergarten through grade twelve

Several private schools in Victoria offer options for students based on differing criteria. There are faith-based schools like:

• St. Patrick`s Elementary
• St. Andrews High School
• Pacific Christian School (k-12)
• Lakeview Christian School

Have a look at some of the list of universities in Victoria:

• University of Victoria
• St. Michaels University School
• Camosun College
• Royal Roads University
• Pearson College UWC

Economy

Victoria’s cityscape and economy have been challenged over time by the growth of neighbouring communities, industrial parks, and large shopping malls within driving distance, but the central business district and its surrounding region have retained their British “Old World” charm.

The city's chief industries are technology, food products, tourism, education, federal and provincial government administration and services.

Victoria has a diverse economy driven by small and medium sized business. ​Advanced technology is the leading economic generator, with annual revenues exceeding $3.15 billion. Greater Victoria is also a major tourism destination, spawning an industry that has a regional impact of about $2 billion. Education, marine, construction, health, retail, and agriculture are other sectors steadily on the rise.

Places to visit in Victoria

• Walk along the Inner Harbour
• Royal BC Museum
• Butchart Gardens
• Fairmont Empress Hotel
• Parliament Buildings
• Shop or Dine at Market Square
• Wander through Cook Street Village
• Beacon Hill Park
• Craigdarroch Castle
• Hiking Trails and Scenic Areas
• Fort Rodd Hill National Historic Site
• Hatley Park National Historic Site