Inspired Stories

What If Volunteer Firefighters ... Didn't Volunteer?

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 07:00:00 GMT

There are roughly 110,000 firefighters in Canada, and about 80% of these, or approximately 89,000, are volunteers. We're proud of our volunteer firefighters. We depend on them. But what if they weren't there? It's a scary thought isn't it?

Biz Banter

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT

In a dynamic community like ours, things are always changing.

Dust Bunnies are Holding my Cleaning Fairy Hostage

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT

I finally found someone who actually LIKES doing housework. Her name is Liz Forrest and she lives in Qualicum. Cleaning toilets, dusting and vacuuming makes her happy. Find out why ...

AREA ‘H’ GETS MONDAY BUS SERVICE

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:00:00 GMT

According to Area A Director Bill Veenhof, the new route provides an excellent ride. “This is a great, easily-accessible route that travels through the major residential areas in our community,” said Veenhof.

Caring: From here to there

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Did you know that in Mid-Island there are more than fifty groups involved in humanitarian aid? Working for the humanitarian aid group Doctor's Without Borders (MSF) is Dr Rhiannon Hughes of Port Alberni, an Islander who is indeed making a difference.

Jill of all Trades

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

“This is my first true home community. It’s the perfect size: big enough to have amenities but small enough that you feel you can make a difference," says Sheena McCorquodale. Find out who she is and why she does what she does.

Sussex Automotive: Service with Style

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Is the rather mundane name “SS100” unfamiliar to you? Think Jaguar instead. Yes, today’s Jag was originally tagged by letters and numbers, then renamed “Jaguar” during the War years.

Powerhouse Fitness Club offers more ...

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Susan Voerman, owner of Powerhouse Fitness Club, offers support, advice and guidance for your fitness goals.

Oceanside Dog Dayz of Winter

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

It's not often you find a mid-Vancouver Island event dedicated to you and your pooch! Your best friend will love it!

Festival Volunteers Needed

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Listen close ... is that bluegrass I hear? Follow the fiddle strains to Lighthouse Country and the 2nd Annual Bluegrass Festival!

Learn To Fly!

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Helping people Learn to Fly is what Amber was born to do. Do you want to be the passenger, or the pilot in your life?

Paradise Signs & Graphic Design

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Paradise Signs & Graphics buys local Parksville company. Find out who they bought and what they're doing now.

North Pacific Window

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

North Pacific Window given the green light from the Town of Qualicum Beach.

It's a brand new year ... and the adventure begins

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

January 2012 - I’ve always liked the New Year. A fresh start. Clean pad of paper. And a head full of things to add to the agenda. I must admit, the list for the year ahead is particularly full, with some items already in development at EyesOnBC Publishing.

Living Without Plastic

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT

About two years ago, Denman Island resident Taina Uitto made a radical decision: she would live without plastic for a whole year. What's it like to live without plastic in a world that produces it faster than we can say ... no more.