‘I thought I was a goner’: Local painter continues award-winning work despite MS diagnosis
City of Duncan’s 2022 Perpetual Arts Trophy winner hasn’t let a serious health condition stymie her creativity and output.
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Cowichan Valley farmers are building climate resilience in the face of change
From extra-wet to extra-dry weather, local farmers are learning to adapt their practices in the face of climate change.
From ‘third-tier venue’ to cultural hub: A decade at the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre
Kirsten Schrader looks back on 12 years of lifting up arts and culture in the Cowichan region.
Against the odds, Cowichan Valley women’s shelter finds a permanent home
The new Charlotte’s Place, slated to open in March 2023, will keep twice as many women off the streets.
Duncan’s got talent: How Richard Dwyer danced his way to local-icon status
The barefoot-boogieing senior has become a fixture at the 39 Days of July festival.
Abortion rights advocates raise concerns over new faith-based pregnancy centre in North Cowichan
Placed on a national list of anti-choice groups, House of Grace executive director says the centre respects women’s choices.
High-flying local basketball star weighs options for next year
Deciding his next move is far from a slam dunk, says Cowichan Secondary’s Shadynn Smid.
Facing the horrors of war, neighbours’ support gives strength, says Ukrainian resident of Duncan, B.C.
Oksana Poberezhnyk shares a view of the crisis and suggestions for how Canadians can help.
B.C.’s historic floods bring urgency to ecological restoration work
People can help build resilient forests by mimicking nature, says local expert Dave Polster.
New centralized waitlist connects Cowichan residents with family doctors
Here’s how to register and where to go for health care in the meantime.
