In the Community

'Sylvia’s flair, imagination and creativity were embodied by extraordinary cakes that graced the tables of thousands of homes and halls, celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, baptisms and weddings.'

'An avid reader who enjoyed knitting, quilting and her social bridge games. She was a patriotic Canadian and proud Scot. She loved life and her extended family.'

Mars: A world that might have been, now stripped by a solar wind

Whether he’s performing in the shíshálh long house or on the Lower Mainland, attending a language conference, or participating in a workshop on the U.S. west coast, the shíshálh Nation’s cultural ambassador kway?imin Andy Johnson is immersed in sharing his people’s identity and culture.

Sunshine Coast holiday events are off to a bright start for the 2022 season

First responders lined Highway 101 and community areas to raise money for families in need

The Neighbours Helping Neighbours fundraising campaign organized by the Halfmoon Bay Community Association (HBCA) is off to a great start with some generous donations so far. With the goal being $12,000, there still is a ways to go.

One more sleep ‘til the doors open at 10 a.m. for the Pender Harbour Community School Christmas Craft Fair Dec. 3, at the Hall. Come and enjoy food, music, merriment and a fantastic group of artisans with beautiful handmade treasures.

Deciding where to put your holiday donation dollars

The holiday season is looming and our local artisans and crafters are busy at many local fairs. Here are some of the fairs and markets you need to know about this week.