New mural a labour of love, community, and dreaming within Black & Indigenous Futures
›› Stephanie Papik
When I first purchased 1919 Fernwood Road in 2019, I envisioned a mural along the driveway entrance, a mural on the back of the building, or possibly one inside. I shared this dream with good friend and artist Nicole Neidhardt. […]
›› Craig Candler
“…the legacy of colonialism is still with us… in speaking with Canadians across the country, the two questions I am most often asked are “What can I do?” and “How can I make a difference?” – Jody Wilson-Raybould, From Where I Stand
Many of us are asking these questions this summer. Orange shirts and […]
The Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Report was published over 6 years ago, outlining 94 Calls to Action, meant to advance reconciliation and bridge the systemic gaps faced by Indigenous people, and yet we’ve seen minimal to no progress on it from our governments.
We can do better than our history.
Fernwood NRG is committed to learning […]
Are you interested in joining the Fernwood NRG Board of Directors?
›› Kelsey Singbeil
The Fernwood NRG Board is an enthusiastic group of neighbourhood residents dedicated to fostering a socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable Fernwood. We welcome new directors with a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives!
The board meets regularly throughout the year to support Fernwood NRG’s programs and […]
›› Councillor Sharmarke Dubow
I was proud to watch when Her Excellency Ms. Mary Simon was installed as the 30th Governor General of Canada. I was reminded of the day I was sworn into office and the messages I received telling me how much this moment meant to them.
Indigenous, Black, and other racialized people are underrepresented […]
›› Alieda Blandford & Travis Paterson
When people think of Fernwood, they think of an emerging patio culture in the square, a longstanding arts and theatre scene, live music, colourful character houses, community gardens, and more. Like everywhere in the South Island, Fernwood is a key piece in the housing affordability puzzle, and is at the […]
Stadacona Neighbour Support Network update
›› Andrew Kerr, Stacie Swain, James Davis, and Alieda Blandford
Stadacona Park has seen a lot of changes over the last month. For one, you’ll likely notice less tents. Some unhoused neighbours have moved into temporary shelters while others, because of the lack of adequate housing options and reinstatement of bylaws, are […]
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