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Car Wars

October 18th, 2018 No comments

Originally published November 2012: Nothing has changed. In the late spring, through the summer and into early fall, the Vancouver Island Marmot is a restless creature. Having been cooped up all winter, he feels the need to stretch his legs, to venture forth from his burrow and so often goes in search of something interesting […]

Not So Fast Cittaslow!

April 7th, 2018 No comments

Originally published January of 2011, edited and updated for republication today. Before we can have discussion, we must define our terms. If you are already familiar with the Cittaslow Movement and it’s governing principles, please skip down. If Cittaslow is new to you, please take time to read and understand before going on. 9 people […]

The Most Hotly Contested Parking Spot in Cowichan Bay Village

June 16th, 2013 2 comments

Update: July 28th 2013.  Apparently the Deli has been sold. The new owners will be taking over shortly. I think the days of Park at your Peril may well be over now. Update April 8 2018: The owners who took over are much more laid back. All is well with regard to that parking space. […]

Cowichan Bay Maritime Center to “Close”, Dismiss Staff.

February 10th, 2013 No comments

The Cowichan Bay Maritime Center will close it’s doors in January and February, dismiss staff, in a move  that will hopefully prevent further difficulties for the financially troubled organization. Be the first to like. Like Unlike

Cowichan Bay Estuary Nature Centre – Local Input? No.

February 9th, 2013 No comments

Commentary: Originally published Jan 30 2012 Have you ever received a gift out of the blue? You know, that well intentioned present from someone you know, a present you didn’t expect and aren’t sure you want, but will accept with polite kindness your mother taught you to show in these circumstances? Well that’s how quite […]