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Looking for the ‘canary in the coal mine’ - Comox Valley RecordBeaufort Watershed Stewards study insects to better understand the stream’s healthThe Beaufort Watershed Stewards (BWS) are on the lookout for a “canary in the coal mine”— only, in this case, the canary is...
Drawing the circle wider - Comox Valley RecordWeird Church tackles barriers to food security, arts, and accessibilityRev. Ingrid Brown outside Weird Church’s 24-Hour Food Shed, which started during 2020 to ensure those who needed food in Cumberland could find it. The...
Supporting healing after trauma - Comox Valley RecordRescue dogs bring new life to people living with complex trauma At Operation Freedom Paws (OFP) Canada, life-changing healing begins one paw at a time. The Comox Valley–based non-profit pairs dogs with people living...
Happiness is a day at the lake - Comox Valley RecordCamp Sunshine creates access to outdoor adventures for adults with diverse abilitiesEach summer for the past three years, young adults with diverse abilities gather for a unique experience that blends outdoor...
Comox Valley Food Bank expands cold storage - Comox Valley RecordNew shipping container combats hunger with improved ability to save fresh foodAs food insecurity continues to rise in the Comox Valley, the Comox Valley Food Bank Society is taking steps to meet the...
Hornby Island Housing Society improves senior housing - Comox Valley RecordHigh-efficiency heat pumps add comfort and affordability to Elder VillageThe Hornby Island Housing Society is ensuring local seniors have affordable homes by replacing outdated propane heating...
After-school programs strengthen community - Comox Valley RecordLake Trail Community Education Society builds neighbourhood connectionsIn a quiet corner of West Courtenay, something exceptional is happening after the final school bell rings. At Lake Trail Community...
Fighting the toxic drug crisis - Comox Valley RecordPatti Alvarado leads a group of staff and volunteers committed to saving live in the Comox Valley. Unbroken Chain, an Indigenous-led harm reduction program at the Indigenous Women’s Sharing Society, supports a...
Growing arts and artists in the Comox Valley - Comox Valley RecordThe Comox Valley Community Arts Council is listening, engaging the public, and growing the arts in the Comox Valley. The 55-year-old organization is one of the Comox Valley’s oldest non-profit groups....
Connections program supports local families - Comox Valley RecordSometimes, having a place to connect and play in the neighbourhood can be a game changer for young families. Building Connections for Valley Families (Connections) is an initiative of the Comox Valley...
