>> Aaren Topley
The garden at Vic High is waking up after a deep freeze and is ready to start growing. In their garden you might walk by on Gladstone Avenue, Vic High students have been able to learn about traditional food systems and connecting with the land from the people’s territory they reside on.
Last year, […]
More small businesses & housing coming for Fernwood Village
›› Lee Herrin
In 2013, Fernwood NRG purchased two properties in the core of Fernwood Village (1310 Gladstone Avenue and 2009 Fernwood Road). As well, we obtained an option to purchase 2013 and 2017 Fernwood Road for redevelopment as affordable housing apartments. Overall, our vision was to add […]
Project studies if soils are safe for inner city gardening
>> Marika Smith
The Healing City Soils Project has had a successful first year! The project, a partnership between the Victoria Compost Education Centre and Royal Roads University offered free soil testing for heavy metals such as lead, arsenic and cadmium at 137 garden sites across Victoria […]
>> Margaret Hantiuk
Spring is just around the corner! That has us thinking about what we are going to plant in our gardens. Here are some tips for our neighbours in Fernwood’s food hub.
Here are some simple hints to make the task easier. They are simple ideas that if followed, make a huge difference in having […]
Fernwood’s annual neighbourhood celebration is looking for local musicians and performers to take part in FernFest 2017! This year, FernFest will be happening on June 16 & 17, 2017. Join the ranks of countless incredible performers who have graced the stage under the gazebo in Fernwood Square.
If you or someone you know is interested in […]
Spend the morning at the Circus and enjoy hooping, juggling, acro-yoga and so much more! Build your very own hoop to take home too! 12 spots ONLY! Register now by calling Fernwood Community Centre on 250-381-1552. Payment required to secure your place.
For ages: 5-10
When: Saturday, January 21, 2017 – 9:30 – 12:30pm
Cost: $50 includes supplies to make […]
♥ A fabulous designer craft fair featuring locally handmade clothing, jewelry, pottery, kids clothing and toys and more! Come shop through the wares of 35+ local makers and pick up a belated Valentine gift for your loves, your friends, yourself. Don’t forget to bring cash and your reusable bag to this annual community market. ♥
When: […]
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