Explainer: How to get non-profit governance back on track
When local non-profits fall apart, the whole community suffers. Executive directors and board members share how to support non-profit governance long term.
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Rae-Anne Guenther
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The ocean paddling expedition to remote island communities like Lasqueti and Gabriola centers local sustainability knowledge.
Nanaimo women organize on Facebook to deliver low-barrier support for women in need
Nanaimo Women Helping Women and Mamas for Mamas group members say these online communities help fill gaps in local services.
Nanaimo student stitches inclusion into new clothing company
Inclusive Clothing offers sensory friendly garments in a wide range of sizes while celebrating the strengths and diversity of people living with disabilities.
Looking for a new kind of community living? Nanaimo’s second cohousing project lifts off to meet growing demand.
The newly formed Lost Lake Cohousing is looking for members to create an intentional community in the north end of Nanaimo.
In photos: Locals find strength and community in cold water dips at Departure Bay
On a frosty Sunday morning, cold water swimmers explain how overcoming frigid temperatures can become a source of well-being.
This hip-hop artist is transforming the lives of youth touched by trauma
Matt Dunae, known as Sirreal, shares how his own healing informs his advocacy on intergenerational violence, mental health and suicide.
Second Hand House: A personal story of reviving a ‘forever home’
The Blueberry Cottage could have been demolished. Instead it brought reporter Rae Anne Guenther’s family new life.
At one of Nanaimo’s most affordable seniors’ homes, residents find belonging
Oak Tree Manor’s staff are ‘outstandingly supportive,’ family members say, and the founder aims to put affordability over profit.
Retiring into uncertainty
As low-income seniors in Nanaimo struggle to find affordable housing, community groups step up to help.
