Explore Collective Magazine Articles by Region
Browse our growing collection of articles from current and previous issues of both the CV Collective and Strathcona Collective magazines by region.
THE VILLAGE TINKER
Forging ahead in uncertain times.
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EVEN BETTER TOGETHER
The Comox Valley Healthcare Foundation harnesses the power of collective giving to enhance local healthcare.
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PUTTING DOWN THE SAWS
Sy Pederson’s short film Tree Killer tells a story of rebellious loggers and advocates for change in BC’s forestry industry.
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FROM SECRET KNOWLEDGE TO SELF-IMPROVEMENT
A brief history of freemasonry.
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SHOW US YOUR WORDS
Comox Valley Arts and the selection committee were thrilled with the response to our 2021 Elevate Summer Poetry Contest. Thanks to everyone who submitted entries, and congratulations to our winners, whose work is published here.
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FEATURED WORDS: GENIUS LOCI
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FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER: FRANCOISE GERVAIS
FEATURED ARTIST: BRIAN JESSOP
RAFTING THE ALSEK
A remote journey in search of scenery and self.
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ON A HUMBLE SCALE
An ordinary stormwater retention pond turns out to be remarkable, indeed.
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COMOX VALLEY STARGAZING
How to explore space from your own backyard.
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PROTECTING PERSEVERANCE
Racing against time to protect a vital piece of nature.
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BRINGING BACK THE BYGONE
By restoring vintage furniture, we pay homage to the craftsperson, and to the forest which provided the raw material.
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A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO GREEN BURIAL
It’s better to burn out than to fade away? Not always. New alternatives to cremation allow bodies to return to the earth naturally.
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THE EVOLUTION OF BANNOCK
This delicious, iconic food is both a staple of life and a symbol of Indigenous persistence.
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ROCK BEATS WATER
For climbers, the attraction of Comox Lake has always been the cliffs.
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ON THE UPSWING
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THE MCLOUGHLIN GARDENS
A summer cottage becomes a place to dream and create.
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LITTLE VALLEY: TOWNES BLUE
Our young residents reflect on the home they’re growing up in.
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TOWARD A MORE LIVABLE VALLEY
Comox Valley Coalition to End Homelessness combines compassion and action.
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What is in a Story?
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Kevin Mackenzie
Jake Tinkler-Josephi
AN AFTERNOON AT HOLLY HILL FARM
Tot farming
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Art+Earth
Moving Forward, Exploring Relationships, And Facing Challenges Together.
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Honouring Medicine and Pagan Traditions
Introducing the Family and Animals of Standing Spruce Farm & Apothecary
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Aromatic, Craveable, and Savoury
Fermentation Adds Value to Our Community.
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Steel Wool Photography
How to Create Eye-catching Creative Photos
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Moutcha Bay Resort
A Natural Haven for the Savvy Local Traveler
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Carving a Niche
Chris Zumkeller’s Journey as a Craftsman
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Innovation in Education
The Magic of the Carihi Fly Fishing Program.
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Cries of the Wild
Revisiting the History of Mount Cain’s Glissade Culture
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Writing a New Narrative
Wildflowers & Co. Founder Alissa Assu Inspires the Future of Indigenous Women In Business
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LITTLE RIVER: MADISON LUCAS
Reflections from a younger resident
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For the Love of Flying
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Guardian, Steward, and Watchkeeper
Restoring the Balance of Physical and Cultural Sustenance for Future Generations
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This Ain’t the Mainland
Island Kids Have Tougher Feet
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Pointing the Bow North
A Coastal Sailing And Snowboarding Adventure
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The Future is Digital
Adversity Sparks Creative Innovation At Campbell River’s Tidemark Theatre
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River Magic
The Watery Highway Of Life On The North Island
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