A new series of bike races has come to Vancouver Island. The Mosaic Gravel Series is the brainchild of Jon Watkins of Panache Cycling Sports, a former elite cyclist racer who turned his attention to hosting various races, including the Robert Cameron Law Cycling Series and the Canadian National Masters Cycling Championships. “After the success he had starting and building the Burnt Bridge Classic in Duncan over the past five years, Jon has since expanded to a Nanaimo (Nanaimo Unpaved) event and, for the first time in 2024, the Campbell River event,” said Trevor Dalton of...… A new series of bike races has come to Vancouver Island. The Mosaic Gravel Series is the brainchild of Jon Watkins of Panache Cycling Sports, a former elite cyclist racer who turned his attention to hosting various races, including the Robert Cameron Law Cycling Series and the Canadian National Masters Cycling Championships. “After the success he had starting and building the Burnt Bridge Classic in Duncan over the past five years, Jon has since expanded to a Nanaimo (Nanaimo Unpaved) event and, for the first time in 2024, the Campbell River event,” said Trevor Dalton of...WW…

Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...…Powell River’s name currently reflect a man whose main goal was to assimilate Indigenous people It was first in May 2021 that the idea for Powell River to change its name was brought forward to city officials in the coastal B.C. community. What followed, however, were bureaucratic delays and heightened tension among residents, leaving some wondering if their recommendations toward reconciliation becoming more than just words would ever actually become reality. For Harmony Johnson, changing the name of the community she is from – which currently reflects a man whose main goal was to...WW…

Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...… Spring is the start of gardening season in Canada. Whether you are planning to plant a garden this year or spend the day at an immaculately groomed public garden, this is the time to watch as the plants grow. Or, for those who choose to participate, World Naked Gardening Day is held on the first Saturday of May each year. How much do you know about gardens and gardening? Put your knowledge to the test with these 10 questions. Good luck. READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about democracy? READ ALSO: QUIZ: How much do you know about Canada’s growing population? READ ALSO: QUIZ: A...WW…

Headliners joining Keith Urban include Steven Lee Olsen, Lee Brice, and Cole Swindell Country music lovers are sure to take a shine to the talented lineup that will be joining Keith Urban at this year’s Sunfest from Aug. 1 to 4 at Laketown Ranch. READ MORE: Keith Urban sure to be red-hot attraction for Sunfest 2024 The good times get started on Thursday, Aug. 1. Fans will want to ‘gather around’ the Lakenight Stage for a kick-off party featuring Van City’s own multi-award winning harmonic country trio, The Washboard Union. Other talent joining the trio on Thursday include:...…Headliners joining Keith Urban include Steven Lee Olsen, Lee Brice, and Cole Swindell Country music lovers are sure to take a shine to the talented lineup that will be joining Keith Urban at this year’s Sunfest from Aug. 1 to 4 at Laketown Ranch. READ MORE: Keith Urban sure to be red-hot attraction for Sunfest 2024 The good times get started on Thursday, Aug. 1. Fans will want to ‘gather around’ the Lakenight Stage for a kick-off party featuring Van City’s own multi-award winning harmonic country trio, The Washboard Union. Other talent joining the trio on Thursday include:...WW…

The Cowichan Consort Orchestra and Choir are holding their last concert of the season on May 4 in Duncan. This last concert of their 32nd season is all about nature, said organizers. From modern day Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo’s ‘Sunrise Mass’ to opera favourites, and from a Gaelic lullaby to Canadian Loreena McKennitt’s famous ‘Tango to Evora’ from her Juno award winning album The Visit, are some of the works you will also recognize from movie sound tracks and popular operas. On the program is Verdi’s ‘Overture to Forza del Destino’, Mascagni’s ‘Intermezzo’ from his one act...… The Cowichan Consort Orchestra and Choir are holding their last concert of the season on May 4 in Duncan. This last concert of their 32nd season is all about nature, said organizers. From modern day Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo’s ‘Sunrise Mass’ to opera favourites, and from a Gaelic lullaby to Canadian Loreena McKennitt’s famous ‘Tango to Evora’ from her Juno award winning album The Visit, are some of the works you will also recognize from movie sound tracks and popular operas. On the program is Verdi’s ‘Overture to Forza del Destino’, Mascagni’s ‘Intermezzo’ from his one act...WW…