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Goldilocks Wraps do the right thing

›› Brett Higson

Three years ago, Amy volunteered on a shark ­conservation project in Fiji. This is where she got the upfront personal view of ­plastic waste in our oceans and its destructive effect on the ecosystem. She vowed to ­create a simple-to-use product that people could implement in their daily lives which was not only […]

By |December 5th, 2018|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Winter weatherproofing

Zip up your home, for ­comfort and ­conservation

›› Ruben Anderson

If your door is a little drafty it may not seem like a big deal. But a gap just a ¼” wide—multiplied over the height of the door—ends up being a lot of square inches. That ¼” gap adds up to the equivalent of a hole […]

By |December 5th, 2018|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Owl Designer Fair – November 23 & 24, 2018

When: Friday, ­November 23rd 6-10pm & Saturday, November 24th 10-5pm
Where: 1240 Gladstone Avenue

The Owl Designer Fair is Victoria’s most creative holiday fair. All items are ­handmade or upcycled by local artists and designers. Live music and free craft workshops along with unique gifts make this show a must for anyone looking for some style in […]

By |November 7th, 2018|Buzz, Events, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Do you believe children deserve healthy food?

Support the Gift of Good Food: Fernwood-based regional food access for families ­facing poverty

›› Mila Czemerys

The Gift of Good Food launches on November 13th, 2018. You are invited to join our team of Good Food Heros. Let’s hit the ground running this November!

With your help, we CAN reach our goal of raising $80,000 and supporting […]

By |October 9th, 2018|Buzz, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Give where you live

Think local, act local

›› Ruben Anderson

Fernwood has become a destination. People and families are choosing to move to Fernwood, drawn by the personality and character of our neighbourhood and our vibrant village. This is a big change from the rough times we saw here fifteen years ago and is a direct result of the love, […]

By |October 9th, 2018|News, Village Vibe|0 Comments

Fernwood’s Annual Halloween Bonfire

›› Kathryn Juricic

It’s time for Fernwood to get spooky once again. Every year we host hundreds of kiddos and adults alike and this year is no different! Come to Stevenson Park and the Fernwood Community Centre gymnasium to enjoy Halloween with your neighbours.

The bonfire will be burning beginning at sunset in Stevenson Park. Come with […]

By |September 28th, 2018|Buzz, Events, Village Vibe|2 Comments

Youth Food Programs

A safe space for youth to learn food skills, and healthy eating

›› Kathryn Juricic

Student Dinner

Student Dinner is a place for youth to hang out – Fernwood Community ­Centre’s weekly youth program, which offers a warm meal and safe space to chill. Every week there is a different activity or theme, so far in September, we’ve […]

By |September 28th, 2018|Buzz, Events, Village Vibe|0 Comments