A career change: from counsellor to funeral management

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Being in the right place at the right time was the key to making a dramatic shift.

Moving to Victoria

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A newcomer to Victoria shares how she found friends, work and home, starting from ground zero.

Stand out moments operating Fieldstone Farm

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Moments that have stood out in the operation of Fieldstone Farm’s UPick operation in Saanichton, BC. These are the rewards of farming, and selling farm products.

Granville Island Moments

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The beautiful sights and sounds of a Granville Island Saturday.

First time in the Pacific Ocean

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Love witnessing and hearing the backstory about a first time experience in someone’s life. Despite not speaking in his native French he’s eloquent, even poetic, in describing what helped this be a never-to-forgotten moment.

A Patch Adams’ Philosophy

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Daniel caught my eye one early morning at Kitsilano Beach. He had just had a wonderful conversation with a stranger after going in the ocean, and I wanted to ask him about the experience. This conversation turned out to be

When Harry meets Christopher: Bus Stories

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A bus driver talks about the wide range of stories found on the bus. He wants passengers to feel comfortable and supported. He sometimes tries to give them a sense that someone was watching, caring and supporting…

Traveling light – Transit Operator

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A Victoria transit operator talks about his love of driving a bus and helping people, giving back.

Asking questions: A gift parents can share

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Teaching our children to ask questions is one of the most important things a parent can do for their children.

Urban Cycling Network

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Ayrie’s reflections on a big picture village-building approach that is possible in Victoria.