People Features

Making a Difference

Making a Difference

Local entrepreneur wears many hats in his quest to make change in the world.

Breaking New Ground

Breaking New Ground

Four Comox Valley women take the lead as Rotary Club presidents during a pivotal year in the organization’s history.

Labor of Love

Labor of Love

Former automotive instructor turns his passion for cars to restoring the classics…

Fanatical for Fossils

Fanatical for Fossils

Tim ‘Skippy’ Miller has a passion for fossils and fun…

A Mission of Peace

A Mission of Peace

Denman woman dedicates her life to helping kids in need through the Children’s International Peace Project.

All in the Family

All in the Family

By chance or by choice—grandparents raising grandchildren face a myriad of challenges…

Providing a Safe Haven

Providing a Safe Haven

Local Bees’ Nest house offers a valuable step in the recovery process…

Embracing Her Roots

Singer/songwriter Sue Medley comes home to share her love of music.

Riding to Victory

Riding to Victory

Comox Valley Cycle Club supports local bikers, including junior racing champs…

The Brothel Project

The Brothel Project

Two Comox Valley women connect to collaborate on a documentary film.

Safe Haven

Safe Haven

AIDS Vancouver Island in Downtown Courtenay provides a much needed service.

A Writer’s Curiosity

A Writer’s Curiosity

Amanda Hale draws on culture and history in her latest book, ‘My Sweet Curiosity’…

Realizing Her Dreams

Realizing Her Dreams

Local author fulfills her childhood goals of riding horses and writing

Family Memoirs

Family Memoirs

Judy Norbury collaborates with her mother to share their unique story…

The Power of the Mind

The Power of the Mind

Local hypnotherapist teaches people to connect with their inner selves to create change…

A Fighting Spirit

A Fighting Spirit

Local photographer donates her time and skills to create lasting memories for families of sick children

Living Life to the Fullest

Living Life to the Fullest

Gourmet meals, fine wines and skiing the world’s best terrain are all in a day’s work for local ski guide Dave Hay

Feeling the Beat

Feeling the Beat

Local drumming teacher draws on natural rhythms to educate, soothe and celebrate

In Good Company

In Good Company

Talking with outdoorsman Ralph Shaw about fly-fishing, native legends and the future of the planet…

In the Spotlight

In the Spotlight

Local dancer/entertainer Marlene Oolo looks back on a distinguished career…

Valley Powerhouse

Valley Powerhouse

Longtime environmental activist Ruth Masters has dedicated her life to preserving nature.

Birds of a Feather

Birds of a Feather

Local logger looks to new career path working in a different way with wood.

Life Support

Life Support

Wendy Johnstone offers solutions for seniors.