›› Lauren Gaultier
Sometimes, it is okay to go beyond the borders of Fernwood—especially if that means, just across the street and it involves baked goods! Marta Café + Pantry opened their doors on the corner of Bay and Shakespeare just over three months ago and I’m thankful they did.
Borne out of a passion for great […]
FernFest fostering community connections through local performances
›› Melissa Faye Reid
On June 21st and 22nd, Fernwood Square transforms into a swirling cosmos of performances, markets, a bike parade, and above all else, community spirit. FernFest is back for its 24th year and, let’s just say, is only ripening with age. This free, two day, all-ages event […]
Take a walk to this magical Garden Party during FernFest
›› Alexis Hogan
Join the Compost Education Centre on June 22nd from 11:00am to 3:00pm for our Summer Solstice Garden Party, a satellite event of FernFest, located in the Teaching Gardens of the Compost Education Centre in the heart of Fernwood!
Chock full of awesomeness, the Summer Solstice […]
Looking for youth entering grade 10, 11, or 12 who want to make a difference in their community
›› Arielle Houghton
We are at an extraordinary point in time—youth around the world are raising their voices and standing up for change. From the March for our Lives to Scotland’s campaign to lower the voting age to the […]
First work party at the Community Centre gardens on Saturday, April 27th, 10am – 1pm
›› Mila Czemerys
This year, Fernwood NRG will be working on revitalizing the gardens at the Fernwood Community Centre for all to enjoy. We’ll be adding raised beds for annual veggies, perennial food plants, a pollinator garden, informational signage, and a new […]
Little Owl Kids Fair is this Saturday, April 13th, 10am-4pm at the Fernwood Community Centre, 1240 Gladstone Avenue! Meet some of the island’s best creators of handmade goods for babies and kids, as well as new young makers selling their art and designs. Come support your friends and neighbours by shopping locally and stay for […]
›› Ruben Anderson
Land ownership is changing in the area west of Vic High, with plans for 155 units of affordable housing to stand tall beside the school track.
There is a patchwork of lots owned by the City of Victoria, School Board 61, and BC Housing in the area between Chambers St. and the school. Negotiations […]
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