Explore Collective Magazine Articles By Topic
Browse our growing collection of articles from current and previous issues of both the Comox Valley Collective and Strathcona Collective magazines by topic.
War resisters: Stories of courage and compassion
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How one summer job became a lifelong vocation
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For its many enthusiasts, plckleball is a way of life
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Growing food and community, one yard at a time
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Cumberland seniors make new connections—and some even find love
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See them again
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Taking the plunge
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Working together in support of local seniors
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Alive with pride
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How moving outside of your regular patterns can help you manage fear and map your own future.
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A team of Comox Valley runners road trips to the Alberta/BC border to test themselves with the Sinister 7 Ultra Marathon.
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The Cumberland Community Forest Society reflects deep-rooted passions to map out a flourishing future.
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For the intrepid traveller, Antarctica offers remote beauty and wilderness on a startling scale.
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The inherent pursuit of drawing can benefit anyone willing to see things anew.
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From snowboard pro to media master, Comox-raised Eric Greene continues to forge his own way in New York City.
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From humble Roman origins, the refreshing shrub is making a comeback in the craft cocktail scene.
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A trio of world-class athletes steps up to provide off-season training for young riders.
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From the UK to Nova Scotia to his final resting place in the heart of Cumberland, Ginger Goodwin’s life represents a voice for workers the world over.
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Straight across the Strait, a manicured bike park and cycle-forward community provides a draw for amateur and experienced riders alike.
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Our young residents reflect on the home they’re growing up in.
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How a drive to be independent and self-sufficient unexpectedly led to community connection.
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In an attempt to protect ungulate species, BC is faced with a difficult dilemma. Is culling their predators an ethical response—and a scientifically sound solution?
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For those in search of inspiration, Quadra Island’s Hollyhock provides a unique opportunity for learning and growth.
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Balancing the give-and-take required to responsibly host the filmmaking process in our own backyard.
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Born and raised on Vancouver Island, former NHL player Willie Mitchell embraces the captain role at Clayoquot Sound’s newest resort.
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By offering direct assistance to those in need, The Dawn to Dawn Organization is addressing homelessness and affordable housing head on.
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With a pair of new managers at the helm, a Comox Valley Lodge switches gears to service both locals and tourists.
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The history of a storied and culturally significant building in the heart of our community.
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Our young residents reflect on the home they’re growing up in.
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For a skilled bow and arrow craftsman, the pursuit of stump shooting provides a path toward engaged living and a deeper awareness of our place in the world.
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Cumberland braces for Dodge City X, the Village’s first off-road triathlon.
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By four-stroke engine or clipless pedals, a Cumberland Rider finds power in two wheels, however they spin.
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An experienced traveller connects the past, present, and future on a sail and ski adventure.
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Redefining the curriculum to create a better chance of success for Indigenous students.
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Our young residents reflect on the home they’re growing up in.
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Favourites during the season of coziness and comfort food, certain chocolate and cheese varieties offer positive (and surprising) neurological effects.
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Iconic and quirky, Mount Cain is more than a mere ski hill. It’s a cog set of individuals making turns for themselves, and for the better.
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In one year a local paddler goes from rookie to evangelist in the fastest man-powered boat on the water.
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A longtime admirer of hip hop dance gets out of the corner.
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Collaborating towards a beautiful future through art initiatives in the Comox Valley.
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Four artists collectively known as the Wood Vibe Tribe are refreshing woodworking traditions and using the power of camaraderie to shape their own identities.
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Using Shinrin-yoku and the beauty of our surroundings to heal during times of transition.
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Turning the tides to de-industrialize the estuary in the heart of our community.
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For over 30 years, YANA has been assisting Comox Valley families struggling to cope with their children’s medical emergencies. The organization, and the passion of its volunteers, is as strong as ever.
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The progression of a local Avalanche Centre.
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