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Browse our growing collection of articles from current and previous issues of both the Comox Valley Collective and Strathcona Collective magazines by topic.

Quinny’s Quest and the Campbellton Loop

Quinny’s Quest and the Campbellton Loop

It’s easy to judge from the sidelines, to point out what’s not working or why something is taking so long. But ...

A journey of connection

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Nimbus Paddles

Nimbus Paddles

Tucked away in the misty rainforest on Quadra Island, in a small, unassuming cedar shack, is Nimbus Paddles. This ...

Made on the West Coast, coveted worldwide

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The Strathcona Food Map

The Strathcona Food Map

Where does your garden grow? Or where do you access locally grown, harvested, caught and butchered foods? Beyond ...

A new way for the culinary curious to explore that also increases food security

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Creativity and community

Creativity and community

"People keep passing the torch; that’s a beautiful thing to witness. I’m sure the Arts Alliance in its various ...

The Arts Alliance/CVAG have brought art to the Comox Valley for 50 years.

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The history of the Union Bay coke ovens

The history of the Union Bay coke ovens

Minecraft, the wildly popular video game, creates a world where coal mining is shiny and idealized. To create a ...

Here were dragons

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Bike & Brew

Bike & Brew

Local cyclist Hannah Slomp shares three scenic Comox Valley cycling routes—from quick heritage trail rides to ...

amily-friendly rides in the Comox Valley

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The Campbell River Craft Crawl

The Campbell River Craft Crawl

Ten years ago, Lori and Paul Elphick discovered pottery. Today, their craft has grown into an annual tour of ...

A creative hobby blooms into a holiday event

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