Skip to content

Impress

How to capture rainfall today, to save and use tomorrow

How to capture rainfall today, to save and use tomorrow

Rainwater harvesting can protect our aquatic ecosystems, and reduce water consumption
Neighbourhood vision, community generosity key to a liveable region: here’s how to get involved

Neighbourhood vision, community generosity key to a liveable region: here’s how to get involved

Victoria Foundation program welcomes applications to Oct. 30
2 simple steps to prepare your yard + garden for fall rain events

2 simple steps to prepare your yard + garden for fall rain events

Native plants, permeable surfaces mitigate runoff and protect waterways
Save the great outdoors: recycle your electric outdoor power equipment—it’s easy!

Save the great outdoors: recycle your electric outdoor power equipment—it’s easy!

For most of us, recycling household stuff is just part of the daily routine—so commonplace that we almost don’t think about it anymore, but did you know that in addition to recycling everyday containers and paper, you can recycle electric outdoor power equipment too?
A-Van-gers to the rescue: Island mobile hearing clinic has the ad-Van-tage

A-Van-gers to the rescue: Island mobile hearing clinic has the ad-Van-tage

Everyone loves a sequel—especially in super hero movies. Every time our favourite heroes appear on the screen, they’ve been upgraded! At Ears to You Mobile Hearing Clinic , the van has always been the hero of the story—able to get to anyone anywhere on the Island! Ears to You Mobile Hearing Clinic has been growing their team—from headquarters to mobile unit, bringing the best to you—until now.
Out of sight, not out of mind: Be Septic Savvy

Out of sight, not out of mind: Be Septic Savvy

CRD offers timely reminders for Septic Awareness Week (you can even win a FREE inspection!)
Has it been a while? Rediscover walkable, remarkable Parksville Downtown.

Has it been a while? Rediscover walkable, remarkable Parksville Downtown.

We’re more than just a pretty beach!
Do you know your trail etiquette? 5 ways to enjoy our CRD parks and trails safely

Do you know your trail etiquette? 5 ways to enjoy our CRD parks and trails safely

The capital region is blessed with an abundance of parks, beaches, forests and hundreds of kilometres of trails to explore.
Transform that underused den into a space you can really use

Transform that underused den into a space you can really use

Many homeowners living in condos or smaller townhouses will find small den-type spaces they’re unsure how to use. The ideal solution can be a purpose-designed space such as a sewing, craft or fly-tying room, or even a dedicated home office or TV room – with the added advantage of keeping your main living area clear of the accompanying clutter these can bring!
Transform that underused den into a space you can really use

Transform that underused den into a space you can really use