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Healthy food for families who need it In a time of ever rising costs, The Gift of Good Food offers relief for families
›› Mila Czemerys & Chantille Viaud
F
ood bank visits have skyrocketed 35% since 2019 across Canada. Soaring food prices, combined with increases on most living expenses, means there are so many families struggling to make ends meet. Most of us have experienced the pressure with rising prices this year and have had to make some hard choices to balance our budgets. Some families’ choices are being reduced to ones they shouldn’t have to make: Food or rent? Milk or vegetables? Spend time with family or wait in a food bank line? This is why, every year, Fernwood NRG raises money for the Gift of Good Food. It’s a program that provides a year’s worth of fresh produce for families who need it, with no stigma attached. The fresh produce is available in a Good Food Box every other week. It provides a consistent source of meaningful support for the families who receive it and is something they can rely on for the year. This kind of support can make all the difference. For one family, the Gift of Good Food provides relief. “I’m so grateful for this program because it has helped me feed my children fresh fruit and vegetables when times are hard and we couldn’t otherwise afford it.” For another family, the impact was felt in this program’s consistency, “This program has made the difference between us having to ration our supplies and instead knowing reliably every other week we will have fresh produce to support our family and make delicious meals.”
A huge thank you to our wonderful team of volunteers who help make the Gift of Good Food program possible! Photo: Don Craig Photography
This program goes beyond solely providing nutritional support, “It’s an amazing program that helps our family to stay healthy and nourished not only physically but emotionally as well.” And we know how people access food is also very important. “Access to fresh food is priceless; not having to go to food banks makes a world of difference.” Last year, we surpassed our goal and were able to support families across Greater Victoria. And we couldn’t have done this without support from you—our community. This year we need that support even more. The number of families who need help continues to rise. We are able to stretch dollars further through having our incredible, dedicated volunteer team, bulk buying, and sourcing local and in season produce. But we need your support to make this all work!
Our goal this year is to raise $150,000, which would allow us to support 200 families with an entire year’s worth of fresh produce. If we reach this goal, we will also surpass $1,000,000 all time donations to the cause over the past 10 years! We work with 16 community partners to distribute the boxes to families. They support marginalized people, and the families most in need, in their communities. Our partners include Songhees and Esquimalt Nations, community centers, grassroots food justice and newcomer support organizations. Our partners identify people who most need the Gift of Good Food—they do this through the relationships they’ve established in their respective communities. Each centre serves as a local pick-up location for families, and we offer delivery to those who need it. Both recipients of the Gift of Good Food and paying customers of the Good Food Box get the same
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high-quality, fresh produce from the same pick-up locations. One of our core values is to provide dignified access to food—we don’t differentiate between our paying and non-paying customers. Everyone gets the same level of quality and service. Access to healthy food is something we all deserve. No one should have to worry about where their next meal will come from, or have to decide between paying their electricity bill or buying food. When financial pressures grow and families are trying to make ends meet, they are forced to make tough choices. Families shouldn’t have to sacrifice nutrition because of cost, or feel shame because they can’t keep up with the soaring cost of everything. This year, please help us raise funds to support families to have one less worry, and donate to the Gift of Good Food. Visit thegiftofgoodfood.ca/donate to donate online or drop by the Fernwood Community Centre to donate in person.
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Mila Czemerys
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Mila Czemerys Chantille Viaud Danica Thompson Mark Dusseault Grace Lore, MLA Kayla Siefried Bryce Warnes Aaren Topley Lauren Gaultier Kathryn Juricic Leanne Gummersbach Art
Don Craig Photography Rumman Amin Daryl Turner BaxterCannon Kayla Siefried Mila Czemerys Axel Leanne Gummersbach Production Mila Czemerys Contact us
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We gratefully acknowledge that Fernwood, our community where we live, work, and play resides on the territory of the Lekwungen peoples, the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations.
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Fernwood NRG: Building community strength together ›› Chantille Viaud In the heart of Fernwood, Fernwood NRG isn’t just an organization—it’s the beating heart of our community. It’s not just a place; it’s our neighborhood house, where we come together to learn, support each other, and make things happen. And here’s the even more exciting part —we’re not alone. Fernwood NRG is part of something bigger, a global movement of neighborhood houses all around the world. It’s like a network of communities working together, each contributing to the greater good in its unique way. And guess what? We’re not the only neighborhood house enthusiasts in town.
Fernwood NRG is part of a coalition with ten other neighborhood houses in Greater Victoria—we’re called the Coalition of Neighbourhood Houses Capital Region. This group includes our close neighbours at Oaklands Community Association, Quadra Village Community Centre, and Fairfield Gonzales Community Association. It also includes James Bay Community Project, Saanich Neighbourhood Place, Sooke Family Resource Society, Esquimalt Neighbourhood House, Burnside Gorge Community Centre, and Beacon Community Services. Recently, on November 20 and 21, something pretty special happened. For the first time ever, all the neighborhood houses
in BC gathered in Victoria to share ideas and plan how we can make an even bigger impact together. There were over 25 other Neighbourhood Houses there from all over the province. While at our neighbourhood house in Fernwood, we focus on local matters, there’s power in numbers. We’re not just advocating for changes in our little corner of the world - we’re part of a collective voice aiming for systemic and policy changes that can improve life for everyone. So, next time you stroll by Fernwood NRG, know that it’s not just a house; it’s a powerhouse for positive change. It’s our way of saying, “Hey, we’re in this together, and together, we can make a difference.”
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Fernwood Holiday Meal – December 11, 2023 Join us for a very special holiday
We are committed to creating a socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable
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We are committed to using our resources prudently and to becoming financially self-reliant;
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We are committed to engaging the dreams, resources, and talents of our neighbours and to fostering new links between them;
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Fernwood NRG is delighted to host our annual Holiday Meal for community members on December 11, from 5:30 – 8:30pm. Join us to mingle, share some holiday cheer and a meal with your community. We’ll be serving the meal from 5:30 – 6:30pm. There will be an activity for children at 6:30pm and a community dance at 7pm to celebrate and have some holiday fun together. A generous community member will provide music. Bring your dancing shoes! If you are looking for gifts for your kids, we’ll have a selection you can choose from. Join us in the gym around the back of the Fernwood Community Centre at 1240
Join your neighours and share delicous food and a dance at the Holiday Meal. Photo: Rumman Amin
Gladstone Avenue. We will offer festive meal options (meat, vegetarian, vegan) with delicious side dishes. Please bring your water bottle to fill and help us reduce the amount of dishwashing. Our staff and lovely volunteers will be serving the meal. We will be offering dine-in only this year—
come share a meal with your neighbours! To register, visit forms.office.com/r/ CANYLDQrp9 or pay at the front desk of the community centre. We hope to see you there for a night filled with good food, warm company, children’s laughter, and celebratory music!
neighbourhood democratically with a maximum of openness, inclusivity and kindness;
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We are committed to developing the skills, capacity, self-worth, and excellence of our neighbours and ourselves;
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We are committed to focusing on the future while preserving our neighbourhood’s heritage and diversity;
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We are committed to creating neighbourhood places that are vibrant, beautiful, healthy, and alive;
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and, most of all, We are committed to having fun!
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A WONDERHEADS New fall legislation to Christmas Carol tackle housing crisis arrives at the Belfry
›› Grace Lore, MLA
A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol is coming to Fernwood. Photo: Daryl Turner
“Fantastic, in every sense of the word.” Cincinnati Enquirer
›› Mark Dusseault Praised by the CBC as “Pure magic” and the Globe and Mail as “Powerful, surprising and moving,” acclaimed theatrical imagineers, the WONDERHEADS, are bringing their captivating holiday masterpiece, A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol, to the Belfry from December 2 - 23, 2023. Starring Kate Braidwood, Jessica Hickman, Sarah Robertson, and Pedro M. Siqueira, A WONDERHEADS Christmas Carol was adapted and directed by Andrew Phoenix & Kate Braidwood (the WONDERHEADS), and developed in Ensemble by Andrew Phoenix, Kate Braidwood, and Jessica Hickman. This astonishing production features glowing ghosts, 10-foot-tall puppets, and not a word of dialogue. There are lots of treats in store for audiences as they are whisked away with Ebenezer Scrooge on
his magical Christmas Eve adventure. The WONDERHEADS have spent more than a decade touring the world, from Alaska to Hawaii and Shanghai to Los Angeles—to critical acclaim and sold-out audiences who describe the experience as watching animation come to life. Winners of five Critics’ Choice Awards and twelve Best of Fest awards, they step beyond words and into the hearts and imaginations of every audience member. Why I Chose This Play
“I saw this production a couple of years ago—and fell in love with it. A Christmas Carol is a piece that I have been intimately familiar with for over 30 years—and I was so impressed with their ability to tell this story without words. It’s a magical production—and incredibly moving. And now that the WONDERHEADS are a local company—I felt they belonged on our stage—and should be seen by our audiences!”, shared Michael Shamata, Belfry Artistic Director.
I know access to affordable, attainable housing is so important to our community. Behind Vic High and funded by BC Housing, 158 affordable units of rentals are being built, but to truly meet the need in our city and across the province, we need bold action on housing. This fall we introduced historic and transformative housing legislation and I want to share some of these changes with you. Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act
Starting May 2024, short-term rentals will be banned outside primary residences in urban municipalities like ours. In Victoria, this will end the use of Airbnb’s and other short-term rentals in approximately 1600 units where they are currently allowed. Housing must first and foremost be for homes for people. The new legislation bolsters enforcement measures by increasing fines for non-compliant platforms and owners and by creating a mandatory registration system and a new compliance and enforcement unit. Housing Statutes (Residential Development) Amendment Act
We’re removing barriers to building small-scale multi-unit homes, like town-
houses, by allowing construction of up to 3, 4, or even 6 units on lots that have previously only allowed single family homes, depending on size of lot and proximity to transit. We’re also streamlining the zoning process by requiring regular community consultation and planning upfront rather than on a project-by-project basis. Housing Statutes (Transit Oriented Developments) Amendment Act
We need to build more homes and more sustainable communities. To do this, we need to build more homes near transit services and amenities. These changes will allow up to six or ten stories of homes in walking distance from bus exchanges or rapid transit, with parking requirements focused on spots for people with disabilities. These legislative changes are supported by a significant $400 million from the 2023 budget so that the province can acquire land and build more affordable homes near transit hubs. Together, these changes represent a bold strategy to address the sizable challenges of the housing crisis. Solving our city’s housing issues won’t happen overnight, but our communities depend on our commitment to investing in a variety of housing solutions. Feel free to connect with my office at Grace.Lore.MLA@leg.bc.ca or give us a ring at 250-952-4211.
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Fernwood Then and Now project ›› Leanne Gummersbach BaxterCannon Gallery was the fortunate recipient of a My Great Neighbourhood Grant from the City of Victoria. The gallery was blessed to have the FCA as our sponsor and together we were able to create a community driven event for our neighborhood. Our project Fernwood Then and Now set out to examine our community from both a historical and a contemporary lens. Fernwood is composed of unique places, lively businesses, and vibrant community members and we wanted to capture
that essence and share it with our fellow Fernwoodians. Our project consists of four aspects. The first being a visual investigation of our historical buildings. The City of Victoria Archives and the Royal BC Museum graciously provided us with past images of Fernwood. Iconic landmarks such as the Belfry, the Rennie and Taylor building, and Vic High were then photographed in their present state. Secondly, the gallery held a photo contest entitled What Does Fernwood Mean to You? Local photographers responded by submitting their unique visual repre-
sentations of our neighborhood. We then elected to make calendars featuring the 13 winning images; these 2024 calendars— just in time for Christmas—are available by donation to the FCA for their next community project. Thirdly, we wished to photograph the individuals of our community. To our delight, we received an overwhelming response to this invitation. Over 100 Fernwoodians (and even some pets!) were photographed in our studio/gallery by owners Laurie Ray Baxter and Charles Cannon. Gallery assistant, Leanne Gummersbach, also captured Fernwoodians outside, in
and around Fernwood Square. We were absolutely thrilled by the communities’ willingness to participate in the Fernwood Portrait Project. The project culminated in an evening event on October 28 with an opening reception in our gallery space. Over 200 people came to the exhibit and enjoyed Mesa’s complimentary snacks. Poetry was read by Mary Elizabth Grace and musical entertainment was provided by Ares B. and Joe Hatherill. If you haven’t seen the show yet, pop by BaxterCannon Gallery in the Square. We are open weekend afternoon or by appointment.
(Top left) Ryan Lockhart and Karma. (Top rIght) Terry Wilson, aka The Bubbleman. (Bottom left) Steve MacKay and Mitzy. Photos: BaxterCannon (Bottom right) 1+1=3. Photo: Leanne Gummersbach
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Joys of wreath making ›› Kayla Siefried Bringing aromatic coniferous boughs and branches into the home and hanging them on the outside of the home is a lovely way to bring cheer and beauty to the festive season. At a recent wreath making workshop at the Compost Education Centre, it was amazing to see what people created. In the workshop, I shared some information about ethical harvesting. For the workshop I gathered invasive ivy, holy, and daphne from a local public park, and felt as though I was doing a service to the native plants there—making space for them to thrive. I did not harvest any native plants from parks for our wreath making, instead I harvested boughs of douglas fir, blue spruce, cedar, eucalyptus, rosemary, bay, from private property where I had permission—my backyard, my friend’s backyard, and the Compost Education Centre demonstration gardens. All this harvesting was done while trying to remain conscious of my interactions with trees. I am grateful to Indigenous knowledge keepers such as Robin Wall Kimmerer who share about the principles of an Honourable Harvest (look it up!). After the harvest, it’s just such a joy to put together bundles, wreaths, and fill sleeping garden boxes with beautiful coniferous bows to brighten the season.
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And, of benefit to us, many of these plants have aromatic essential oils, which have been found to have health benefits. The word wreath comes from the old English word ‘writha’ which means ‘that which is round’, and it has a rich history in many cultures worldwide. Pagans use wreaths in a variety of celebrations—the circle representing the wheel of the year, time passing through the seasons and the cyclical nature of life. Ancient Greeks used and still use wreaths as crowns on the head sometimes as a symbol of life, rejuvenation, and renewal. And Christians would prune a tree into a triangle to symbolize the holy trinity and they would use these trimmings to make wreaths. So, consider mindfully harvesting some boughs and making a wreath or some other fun celebratory bundle with your family and friends, while your garden sleeps.
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Fernwood Community Centre, Saturday,
About our new community conversations series
December 16 - 10am to
Our community is changing, both locally in our own neighbourhood and our collective global community. This new series ask interesting and hard questions to have with your neighbours, friends and families about how you imagine the future of our community changing in the face of climate change, increase globalization and technology, and the affordability crisis. Each article will present a new subject with new questions to have with those around us.
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›› Bryce Warnes Black Cat Tattoo is hosting their 3rd Annual Winter Market on Saturday, December 16 at the Fernwood Community Centre at 1240 Gladstone Avenue. The market runs from 10am to 6pm and features 30+ vendors. Last year’s Black Cat Winter Market attracted hundreds of visitors who showed up to support local artists and makers. This year’s market includes even more vendors offering a huge variety of handmade and custom-designed goods. Expect to find art prints, apparel, ceramics, crochet, handcrafted leather, beadwork, enamel pins, canine accessories, and more. Hot drinks will be available from Routine Coffee & Supply’s onsite pop-up. Established in 2016, Black Cat Tattoo’s first shop was located just around the corner from Fernwood Square. In 2020, in order
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to accommodate more artists and comply with social distancing requirements, the shop moved downtown to 659 Johnson Street. Entry to the Black Cat Winter Market is free. The Fernwood Community Centre is stroller & wheelchair accessible. Masks are encouraged. Please consider bringing cash; while many vendors accept debit & credit card payments, some may not. See you there!
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We’ve felt it at the grocery stores, seen it in the newspapers, food insecurity is increasing. More families are having trouble making ends meet and our dollars are not getting us the same amount of food we used to get. At Fernwood NRG, we’ve been asking questions like how can we make dignified food systems that celebrates diversity? If we were cut off from the mainland, what does it take to make a neighbourhood of 10,000 people food secure? What is a reasonable amount for us to be growing in public spaces, backyard, and by farmers to make sure we can
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still all eat? Can grocery stores be affordable, or do we need alternative models that have community interest in mind? Did you like your community conversation this month? Share with us some of the themes, topics, or conversations you’d had in your community at shorturl.at/ uBIO8.
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Holiday foodie features December is another ›› full month at Little Fernwood Lauren Gaultier
Here are some local specials and features that you can take advantage of this December: Cold Comfort
If you want to feel good about your next Fernwood food purchase, buy a tub of quince apple sauce from Cold Comfort and 100% of proceeds go to the Gift of Good Food—oh and get a free scoop to boot! You can choose from classic flavours, or opt for new festive flavours like Christmas Treemsicle, Spikes Egg Nog, and more! If you are looking for a unique gift, you can purchase a postcard for a custom pint for the ice cream lover in your life delivered right to their door. Or grab a few ice cream sandwich tokens for the perfect stocking stuffer. Lastly, did you know Cold Comfort is the only place in town to pick up a Baked Alaska? If you are looking to impress at your next dinner party place an order for one of these for $69 or try a slice for $8.99. Order deadline is December 16 for December 23 pickup. Learn more at @ coldcomforticecreamcompany. The Fernwood Inn, Fernwood Pizza Co, and the Fernwood General Store
Buy a $50 gift certificate and receive a $10 holiday coupon. GCs can be used at any
of the three establishments at any time and the coupons can be used at any location after January 1. They also have new Fernwood branded sweatshirts and locally made Fernwood mugs—perfect for any community member on your list. If you end up disappointed that you didn’t receive a gift card in your stocking this year, this promotion runs until December 31, so you can buy it for yourself! More info at fernwoodinn.com.
Jones BBQ
At Jones BBQ, you can get a full turkey Christmas dinner with all the fixings and reheating instructions for $50/person (min. 2 person order). They are also offering a vegetarian option which includes a veggie wellington. If you are looking for catering a larger group holiday function, they have another option for a minimum of 20 people for $35 per person. For more details head to jonesgotmeat.com/Christmas and make sure to order by December 17! Fernwood Coffee
Make sure to stock-ing up for the coffee lovers in your life. The season’s greetings blend stocking stuffer is $9, Instant coffee four packs for $14, camp mugs for $36, or many of their other seasonal or regular blends from $19. Check out the full gifting roster at fernwoodcoffee.com/collections/coffee-gifts.
›› Kathryn Juricic The holiday season beckons craft markets and gatherings of all sorts. Whatever you’re looking for this holiday season, we’ve probably got something for you. The Little Fernwood Gallery will host two art shows this month showcasing dozens of local artists. The first half December will host Pandora Arts Collective works until December 14. Then later this month, The Little Fernwood Gallery is excited to present the first ever Members’ Group Exhibition! Taking place from December 15 to 31, the show will feature smaller pieces by local artists working in a variety of media—perfect for those last-minute gift ideas! Opening reception will be on December 17 from 2 - 4pm. Little Fernwood continues to be a bustling hub of variety acts. Starting the last month of year off, the final Maitarra performance before the band takes a hiatus will showcase new projects on Saturday, December 2. The next evening, another iteration of
Wild Prose Readings presenting Boy, Interrupted with Jason Jobin, Katłįà, Jason Schreurs, and an open mic. Dublin Tendre presents a queer and Jewish variety show with drag, comedy, burlesque, and maybe latkes! Don’t miss this one on Sunday, December 10. The Pooched Holiday Spectacular will take over on Sunday, December 17—good food, good tunes, snacks, and perhaps Santa might drop by. The Last Shop: Pop up is an annual gathering for last minute shopping for those hard to find gifts and awesome stocking stuffers on December 22-23. Celtic Yuletide and Tibb’s Eve Show on Saturday, December 23 will transport the Hall into a magical place of Celtic music and traditions, along with traditional Irish dancers! True to the Hall’s essence, we end the year with a metal and punk show by Dead Karma, their Next to New Years Bash with bands Lucid Karma, Dead Rights, Wolf Venom, and the Chain is happening on Friday, December 29!
FERNWOOD NRG FALL PROGRAMS JANUARY - APRIL 2024 MONDAY Fernwood Community Meal Nobody’s Perfect VSSC Dodgeball
Drop-in, by donation Register*, free Register through VSSC
5:00pm – 6:15pm TBA 6:45pm – 9:45pm
Drop-in, by donation
5:30pm – 6:30pm
TUESDAY Queer Boxing
WEDNESDAY Post-natal Best Babies Good Food Box Pick-up Pre-natal Yoga Pre-natal Yoga
Register*, free 11:30am – 1:30pm Order at thegoodfoodbox.ca 1:30pm – 8:00pm Register at lodestarholistic.ca 5:45pm – 7:00pm Register at lodestarholistic.ca 7:10pm – 8:25pm
THURSDAY Pre-natal Best Babies COBS Bread Pick-up, every other week Nuu-Chah-Nulth Drumming Group Narcotics Anonymous
Register*, free Drop-in, free Private Group Drop-in, free
11:30am – 1:30pm 12:00pm – 8:30pm 6:00pm – 10:00pm 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Drop-in, by donation Drop-in, by donation Preregistration required
1:00pm – 2:00pm 5:30pm – 10:00pm 5:30pm – 10:30pm
FRIDAY Seniors Lunch (55+) Dungeons & Dragons Game Night Van Island Smash Bros Ultimate
SUNDAY Heartfulness Meditation
Drop-in, Shae - 250-880-4387 9:20am – 10:30am
*Register for family & seniors programs by emailing Manon at manon@fernwoodnrg.ca The Fernwood Community Center will be closed December 25, 2023 to January 1, 2024, February 19, and March 29, 2024.
SPECIAL EVENTS February 3 February 3 February 25 March 9, 10, 16, & 17 April 12 & 13
Wear2Start Clothing Sale Fruit Tree Pruning 101 Workshop Composting Educational Seminar Capital City Fencing Little Owl Designer Fair
For more information & to register contact: Fernwood Community Centre 1240 Gladstone Avenue Victoria, BC V8T 1G6 250.381.1552 x100 info@fernwoodnrg.ca
For updates, visit fernwoodnrg.ca/calendar
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Scene in Fernwood : Gift of Good Food 2023
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