Close X
Monday, November 18, 2024
ADVT 
National

Victoria-Area Drone Flying Election Banner Turns Commuters Into Captive Audience

The Canadian Press, 24 Sep, 2015 12:47 PM
  • Victoria-Area Drone Flying Election Banner Turns Commuters Into Captive Audience
VICTORIA — If you think the federal election is droning on, you'd be right — at least in suburban Victoria.
 
Drivers stuck in rush hour traffic between Victoria and its West Shore suburbs on Wednesday afternoon were treated to an unexpected display.
 
A remote control drone was flying an election banner above the slow-moving vehicles.
 
The banner was for Esquimalt-Saanich-Sooke Conservative candidate Shari Lukens, although it's unclear if the drone and banner were officially connected to her campaign.
 
One commuter who posted a photo of the drone on Facebook says it certainly gained attention, with many drivers taking notice. (CFAX)

MORE National ARTICLES

Report On Environmental Response To Vancouver Oil Spill Set To Be Released

Report On Environmental Response To Vancouver Oil Spill Set To Be Released
VANCOUVER — A report reviewing the coast guard's environmental response to a fuel spill in Vancouver's English Bay that soiled several beaches is expected to be released Friday.

Report On Environmental Response To Vancouver Oil Spill Set To Be Released

Long Delay Before Suspect In Murder Of Grandparents And Grandson Goes To Trial

Long Delay Before Suspect In Murder Of Grandparents And Grandson Goes To Trial
Douglas Garland was arrested last year following the disappearance of Alvin and Kathy Liknes and five-year-old Nathan O'Brien.

Long Delay Before Suspect In Murder Of Grandparents And Grandson Goes To Trial

Provincial Police Say Speeder Wanted To Reach Cottage In Time For Sunset

Provincial Police Say Speeder Wanted To Reach Cottage In Time For Sunset
Ontario Provincial Police say a car was clocked at 150 kilometres an hour in an 80 km/h zone earlier this week on the Bluewater Veteran's Highway near St. Joseph, on Lake Huron.

Provincial Police Say Speeder Wanted To Reach Cottage In Time For Sunset

Outgoing Minister Peter Mackay To Support Conservatives 'Where I'm Requested'

CALGARY — Regrets? He's had a few, but outgoing Justice Minister Peter MacKay says he's ready to leave the day-to-day politicking behind and focus on family.

Outgoing Minister Peter Mackay To Support Conservatives 'Where I'm Requested'

Abortion Pill: Cabinet Ministers Say Little; One MP Condemns Government Approval

Abortion Pill: Cabinet Ministers Say Little; One MP Condemns Government Approval
Conservative cabinet ministers shied away Thursday from questions about Health Canada's decision to approve the abortion drug known as RU-486.

Abortion Pill: Cabinet Ministers Say Little; One MP Condemns Government Approval

Gardens Sprout In London Community Mailbox Sites As Locals Oppose Canada Post

Gardens Sprout In London Community Mailbox Sites As Locals Oppose Canada Post
Miniature gardens are sprouting at certain locations in London, Ont., where Canada Post plans to install controversial community mailboxes.

Gardens Sprout In London Community Mailbox Sites As Locals Oppose Canada Post