CFAX-AM (Victoria, BC)

CFAX 1070 AM is a news and talk radio station located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. Originally, it operated independently until September 30, 2004, when it was acquired by the Canadian media company CHUM Limited. CFAX has a sister station, CHBE-FM, which started its broadcasts in 2000. Today, both stations are owned by Bell Media, specifically through its Bell Media Radio division.

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#1813625

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#90255

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Charges laid in Sooke Rd head-on collision that sends three to hospital

Jan 15, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

It occurred around 5 a.m. near the 4900-block of Sooke Rd, between Gillespie and Kangaroo Road. West Shore RCMP say a 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was travelling eastbound when it crossed the center line. It collided head-on with a taxi travelling westbound. The 65-year-old male cab driver his teenage passenger and the female driver of the other vehicle were all seriously injured. Sooke Rd was closed in both directions for approximately two hours.
BC Ombudsperson launches School Investigation

Jan 14, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

He says they've received complaints from across the province about children, including those with disabilities, being excluded from school with little or no instruction. He say they will assess the role of the Ministry of Education and Child Care and school districts in the exclusions. Complaints indicate that school districts are excluding students due to disruptive or unsafe behaviour, or inadequate resources devoted to adequately support the student’s learning in the school.
Butchart Gardens goes dormant for two weeks of rest

Jan 13, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

Following a busy holiday season, The Butchart Gardens is folding it's foliage and going into hibernation mode for a couple of weeks. The world-renowned green space will be closed from Monday, January 20 to Sunday, February 2 to allow staff time to rest and renew. Staff will be prepared to welcome back nature lovers starting Monday, February 3. Butchart officials say they will extend all 12 Month Passes valid between January 20 & February 2, 2025, by two weeks to cover the closure.
Wrong-way weekend chase in VicWest; witnesses wanted

Jan 13, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

The incident began around 3 a.m. Sunday morning, when patrol officers spotted a vehicle driving on the wrong side of the road in near Tyee Rd and Esquimalt Rd.When the vehicle failed to stop, a chase ensued, ending when the suspect vehicle crashed while attempting to navigate a corner. The driver and passenger have minor injuries. The Independent Investigations Office is now involved, determining whether police action contributed to the collision.
Stamp prices increase 25% effective Monday

Jan 13, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

For stamps purchased in a booklet, coil or pane, which represent most stamp sales, the rate increases by 25-cents, to $1.24 per stamp. The price of a single domestic stamp increases to $1.44, up from $1.15. Today's rate change represents a one-time increase of about 25%, which is required to better align stamp prices with the rising cost of providing letter mail service...
Nanaimo RCMP search for violent offender

Jan 9, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

It is alleged that in late November, Michael Mclellan assaulted a woman -- punching her in the face several times and then stole her purse. Mclellan was located later that same day and arrested for the robbery. He was released on conditions. Mclellan is of no fixed address but is believed to be in the Nanaimo area. He is white, 5-ft-11, 180 pounds with brown hair, beard and brown eyes.
Ottawa extends CPP relief to part-time students

Jan 8, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

Eligible part-time students aged 18 to 24 will receive 50% of the amount paid by the CPP to full-time students. For 2025, this is a monthly flat rate of $150.89 for part-time students who qualify for the benefit. Students will need to show a minimum school attendance threshold to qualify for the benefit. CPP children's benefits are there to provide financial support to dependent children under the age of 18 that would normally be provided by their disabled or deceased parent.
West Shore RCMP seize record amount of Contraband Tobacco

Jan 8, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

Corporal Nancy Saggar says officers raided a residence on Setchfield Ave last Monday, December 30. They found 17,000 cartons, the equivalent of about 171,000 individual packs of contraband cigarettes, with an the estimated retail value is more than $1.7-million. Investigators actually had to bring in a forklift and flatbed truck to haul away the illegal product. The investigation is ongoing and no arrests or charges have been laid at this time.
Saanich Police curb 600-plus DUI drivers in 2024

Jan 8, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

The new statistics marks the highest number since the Immediate Roadside Prohibition program, or IRP, began in British Columbia in 2010. Last year's number tops the previous record in 2023, when 468 impaired drivers were curbed.
Labrador Retrievers Reign in Victoria

Jan 8, 2025 | cfax1070.com | Lisa Best

A love of Labrador Retrievers and Lab crossbreeds endures in Victoria according to the latest top dog data. The City has unleashed some fun, furry facts to mark the 10th anniversary of its dog breed map -- and remind dog owners to purchase 2025 dog licences. Ten years in, Labs and Lab crosses remain the favourite breeds. They hold the top spot in 11 of Victoria’s 12 neighbourhoods, including downtown where pugs have lost their crown. However, Chihuahuas rule in North Park.