by Geeks on the Beach | Apr 11, 2016 | Buzz, News, Village Vibe
>>Carina Foran In an effort to increase support for neighbourhoods, the City of Victoria’s 2016 budget included capital projects and plans for each neighbourhood. Our Neighbourhood Coordinator for Fernwood, Michael Hill, reviewed the proposed budget and compiled...
by Geeks on the Beach | Mar 21, 2016 | Buzz, Events
Our soils are living, breathing ecosystems and the foundation from which over 90% of our food comes from, yet its significance is often overlooked. With growing concerns over food security and food access, many people are turning to their own backyards and boulevards...
by Geeks on the Beach | Feb 11, 2016 | Buzz, Village Vibe
Duncan-based non-profit restores rundown hotel as a community hub >> Lee Herrin When most Victorians think of Duncan, they think of the strip of gas stations, fast food joints and shopping malls just north of the bridge over the Cowichan River. But that’s not...
by Geeks on the Beach | Feb 11, 2016 | Buzz, Village Vibe
>> Shonna Bell The Fernwood Community Centre would like to remind the community of the new services we are now happy to offer. The first valuable service is an opportunity to meet with an Employment Assistance worker. This program is offered in partnership with...
by Geeks on the Beach | Feb 9, 2016 | Buzz, News, Village Vibe
The Gift of Good Food is providing over 75 families with a year’s supply of fruits and vegetables ›› Mila Czemerys The Gift of Good Food fundraiser was an overwhelming success. Together, we raised over $38,000! [UPDATE: We’ve raised over $43,000 due to a...
by Geeks on the Beach | Feb 9, 2016 | Buzz, Village Vibe
>> Jesse Howardson February is Victoria’s unofficial Month of the Seed. The coming weeks are packed full of community events that will inspire transformation and provide concrete tools to support you and your neighbours in increasing regional seed and food...
