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 […]
›› Lizz Brooks & Shae Zamardi
Creating equitable spaces for diverse communities, such as people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and other marginalized groups is a conversation that has been increasing in frequency these last few years. The more society sees of these conversations about cultural safety, the more we see individuals creating their own […]
›› Kayla Siefried
I’m writing this on a cool summer Victoria morning at the end of July, blue skies, and garden bounty harvested and set out in the Compost Education Centre’s Farm Stand. I start up the internet, and one of the tabs I have open from yesterday startles me, it maps the fires and smoke […]
›› 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 […]
›› Lauren Gaultier
Meet your local Fernwood granola maker, Jessica, of Signing Bowl Granola (SBG). I found out she was a local after I started ordering her zero-waste bucket and couldn’t help but be impressed by delivery sometimes within hours. I caught up with Jessica to learn more about her company and community involvement.
What sets your […]
Saturday, June 26, explore the neighbourhood & visit over 10 new murals
›› Mila Czemerys
Fernwood NRG and FernFest bring you the new Fernwood Mural Festival. We are creating large-scale murals that transform public space and celebrate art and community. We are organizing over 10 murals throughout Fernwood, North Park, Oaklands, and South Jubilee in partnership with […]
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