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Vic High Field Revitalization

Notes from the second town meeting

›› Shannon K. Auringer

As the second turnout of the Victoria High Field Revitalization town meeting began, there was a decent turn out of about twenty five residents. The three major issues left from the first meeting were addressed as follows:

• The existing trees that are being removed will be replaced […]

By |December 1st, 2014|Buzz, News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

cAthedrAls

Fernwood hip-hop group inspired by our neighbourhood’s spooky side

›› Toni Hiatt

On the Halloween evening of 2013, the three members of the future hip-hop ­project cAthedrAls joined other ­neighbourhood folk around the warm glow of the annual Fernwood Community Bonfire. Exactly one year to the day, the trio, made up of Harold Hejazi (MC Magicus Carpetus), […]

By |December 1st, 2014|News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

3 Bedroom Affordable Housing Unit in Fernwood

Available: Anytime after Dec 15th, 2014
Rent: $990.00/month
The Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group is currently accepting applications for its Park Place market-based affordable housing project located at 1222 Yukon Street. To qualify, we require a family grouping that includes at least one parent/guardian and one dependent child. Combined family income range must fall within $39,000 to $57,000 […]

By |November 26th, 2014|News|0 Comments

George Jay Holiday Emporium taking donations

George Jay Elementary School’s Annual Holiday Emporium is back

 

The holidays can be an expensive time for all families in every neighbourhood. The Holiday Emporium is a way kids feel like they can contribute by purchasing good items for a very low cost. It builds confidence and community.

We are asking community members to donate new or lightly used […]

By |November 10th, 2014|News|0 Comments

Give the Gift of Good Food 2014

 
Did you know?*

Poverty rates are increasing in the City of Victoria
The cost of food is rising at double the rate of inflation
25% of adults couldn’t buy things they needed at least once in the last year
In 2012, 14% of households in Greater Victoria reported they were food insecure over the past 12 months

*Statistics from Victoria’s […]

By |November 3rd, 2014|Events, News|0 Comments

All Candidates Meetings in Fernwood

 

Would like to meet the individuals running in the upcoming Municipal Election on November 15, 2014?

You are invited to two All Candidates Meetings in Fernwood to chat and ask questions of candidates:

School District 61 Trustee Candidates Meet & Greet
(trade fair style event)

Belfry Theatre LobbyMonday, October 27 7pm – 9pm

Victoria City Council Candidates Meet & Greet
(trade fair style event)

Belfry Theatre […]

By |October 21st, 2014|Events, News|0 Comments

Public Consultation: Renewal of Vic High Sports Facility – Oct. 28, 2014

Neighbours are invited to this initial community consultation meeting. This meeting will update residents on the plan of action for the renewal of the Vic High Multi-Purpose Sports Facility.

When: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.Where: Victoria High School Auditorium The plan, to be phased in as funds become available, envisions:

A new, all weather turf field.
Lights […]

By |October 19th, 2014|Events, News|0 Comments