James Bay Neighbourhood Association

06/12/2026

Widespread loneliness and social isolation are big challenges, but the way we can move past them is often through the smallest and most ordinary of actions. Many meaningful connections happen in…

06/11/2026

✅ The Point Ellice Bridge reopens to two-way traffic tomorrow morning at 7 a.m.

As the bridge reopens, note that it remains an active construction zone for the next few weeks. Please reduce speed, follow posted signage and watch for crews.

While a few final overnight closures are still needed to complete remaining work, reopening this major route restores two-way access for commuters and businesses.

06/09/2026

50/50 tickets are on sale now! Follow the QR code or head to https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/jb2026 to purchase your tickets now. You do not have to be on site at our picnic to win, so please share with your friends and family!
Tickets will also be on sale during the picnic on Friday, June 12th.

06/05/2026

📢 Get involved in the municipal election this fall! The City of Victoria is hiring election workers for advance voting and general voting day. Paid training is included.

Apply by Sun. June 14 at 11:59 p.m. at victoria.ca/elections.

06/04/2026

It’s BC Seniors’ Week, a moment to celebrate the role older adults play in building connection and belonging.

Older adults are often the ones who initiate and sustain the small, repeated interactions that build real trust within their communities over time.

🤝 Want to start or deepen a new connection this week? GenWell has simple, accessible ideas for building connections with people of all ages: genwellweekend.org/ideas

06/03/2026

📣MONTHLY COMMUNITY MEETING & NEWS
Tuesday, June 9th 2026
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Join us for the June 9th 2026 Zoom meeting by registering in advance here: https://bit.ly/4voJZFN

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with all the details for joining.

Agenda
1. Trevor Moat in Chair - Greetings & Land Acknowledgement
2. Councilor Dell
3. Fair Sailing - Presentation on Cruise Tourism (fair-sailing.com/)
4. Community Comments

READ THE FULL NEWSLETTER HERE: https://www.jbna.org/agenda/

The JBNA respectfully acknowledges that we gather on the unceded traditional lands of the lək̓wəŋən-
speaking peoples, known as the Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations.

If you are a resident of James Bay and would like to join the Association please don’t complete this form but instead please click the “Join the Association” button.

06/03/2026

🚲 This we’re celebrating some of the best bike routes in the city. Enjoy popular landmarks, historic charm and local Beacon Hill Park wildlife with a ride through James Bay.

Pick up a self-guided ride postcard at the Downtown Bike Valet or at our upcoming Celebration Station:

📍 June 3, 4-6 p.m. in Centennial Square