Victoria in Transit - The Streetlamp Salon

Victoria is growing, and how we move through our city shapes the way we live in it. Good transit is a key ingredient to our city's success.

Welcome to the Spring 2026 launch of The Streetlamp Salon. For our first event of the year, we are hosting a positive, forward-looking conversation about the reality and the potential of transit in Greater Victoria.

This will be an exciting, inclusive and insightful exploration of our transportation ecosystem. We are bringing together dedicated urbanists, advocates, and experts to discuss what is working, what needs to evolve, and how we can build a more connected, accessible city for everyone.

The Speakers:

• Todd Litman (Victoria Transport Policy Institute): Bringing decades of research and global context to how we plan and fund equitable urban mobility.
• Sam Holland (Better Transit YYJ): Sharing grassroots perspectives and advocacy for immediate, bus-focused improvements and rider experiences.
• Special Guests (TBA): We will be announcing 1-2 more fantastic local panelists shortly!
• Moderated by: Ray Straatsma

The Vibe & The Venue: We are thrilled to host this conversation at the beautiful new Ruth & Dean location on Store Street. This is about community as much as it is about urbanism. Food, coffee, and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the evening, and we have intentionally carved out plenty of time after the panel for everyone to connect.

The Schedule (Tuesday, March 10):

• 6:00 PM: Doors Open (Settle in, grab a coffee and a bite)
• 6:30 PM: Panel Discussion
• 7:30 PM: Audience Q&A
• 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Open Networking & Mingling

Space is strictly limited to 40 people to keep the evening intimate and conversational. Our previous events sold out quickly, so please secure your ticket early!

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