When June* and her family left their home in Gold River for the birth of their second child, they carried more than hospital bags — they carried the stress of...
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For Ontario-born Krista, living on Vancouver Island was a dream come true. She moved out west in her 20s, after having worked with students with special needs. “I’ve known I...
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We all know the saying ‘It takes a village to raise a child,’ but our House Managers understand it at their core. They see this phrase brought to life each...
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When Q̓ʷalayu House first opened its doors in the summer of 2021, its goal was clear: to provide a safe and welcoming space for families from outside Campbell River, allowing...
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In Campbell River, where the hum of power grids meets the tranquility of coastal living, Andrew, a communications protection and control technologist at BC Hydro, discovered the impact of community...
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