Independent, investigative environmental journalism based in the neighbourhood
›› Lilly Kho
If you haven’t already heard, The Narwhal, an online magazine focused on sharing stories about Canada’s natural environment, proudly calls Fernwood its home. Although editor-in-chief and executive director Emma Gilchrist jokes about the fact that much of the publication comes together in the humble kitchen of […]
Join our amazing community who make this festival happen
›› Kathryn Juricic
If you haven’t heard, FernFest is a community arts, family and music festival held in the heart of Fernwood, in Fernwood Square. FernFest is organized by Fernwood Neighbourhood Resource Group and made possible by hundreds of volunteers who dedicate a few hours to having fun […]
Intrepid Theatre’s UNO Fest comes to Fernwood Square in May
›› Sean Guist
What began as a conversation about change and connection has gone on to transform cities around Canada and the world. This May, it’s your turn to wander through a city of stories in Fernwood Square with Trophy. This magical performance installation features local community […]
›› Lee Herrin
Over the last 10 years, I have written a number of editorials about Spring Ridge Common(s), and it is time for another stroll down the woodchip covered path of memories. The Common grows on land owned by the Greater Victoria School District (SD61), who were kind enough to offer the land, but required […]
If you haven’t tried Cold Comfort, Fernwood’s own ice cream company, stop what you’re doing and get down there
›› Lauren Gaultier
Now that Spring is officially upon us, we can all get outside and enjoy some sunshine, flowers, and ice cream—and there is no better place than Cold Comfort to get your fix. Born out of […]
›› Ruben Anderson
As reported in the February Village Vibe, the Fernwood Community Association hosted an information session aimed at neighbours interested in bulk buying solar panels to generate clean, renewable energy on their rooftops. Representatives of Viridian Energy Co-operative and the Salish Sea Renewable Energy Co-op answered questions and busted myths—we have plenty of sunshine […]
Join us on Wednesday evenings for a healthy meal and more
›› Kathryn Juricic
Student Dinner continues to feed the people! Let me get this straight, Student Dinner is for students and for ALL young folks (who aren’t necessarily students). For people who are hungry—come eat! Every Wednesday we have a lovely team of youth serving you […]
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