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Nature ‘hood

Posted on May 18, 2022 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours Leave a comment

The map’s design tells stories of urban habitats, captivating species and local parks to explore. Detailed environmental information is woven together with original artwork by Kristi Bridgeman and designed by a team of community partners led by Kathleen Burton as project manager and lead writer.


The team consisted of individuals from the District of Saanich, the Capital Regional District, Rocky Point Bird Observatory, and Victoria Natural History Society.


“Initially the map was developed with the aim to deepen a connection with nature, then a global pandemic hit amidst a climate emergency. This saw the map take on a greater purpose, to create a sense of belonging for those who use it,” says Kathleen.
Bob Peart, founder of the Greater Victoria NatureHood and advisor to creation of the map, adds “It invites you to observe, learn and protect nature where you live.”


The map committee was honoured to work with SENĆOŦEN Language Revitalist, ŚW,XELOSELWET Tiffany Joseph and Erich Kelch First Nations Relations, Community Engagement Coordinator, CRD. This collaboration sees place names and species names included where possible in both SENĆOŦEN and Lekwungen languages.


“We wanted to go one step further than simply acknowledging the territory of the SENĆOŦEN and Lekwungen speaking peoples on whose traditional lands and waterways we live, work and play because it is with respect to those who were here before us and to their deep relationship to place continues to this day,” Peart points out. “Greater Victoria NatureHood looks forward to building a future map that includes more First Nations knowledge, language and history to provide a more complete illustration of our region’s indigenous history.”


Maps are 24″ x 18″ (61cm x 46cm) flat and 4″ x9″ (10cm x 23cm) folded. Folded maps will be available to the public effective May 8, 2021, in time to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day celebrations in Greater Victoria. A limited run of 7,000 maps is available free of charge with thanks to NatureHood community partners. Schools, nonprofits and educational organizations are encouraged to contact NatureHood to request maps.

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How did it get to be Thursday again?

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours Leave a comment

International Women’s Day March 8 2022

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours Leave a comment

Women Leading Change – Break the bias

7:30pm – 9:00pm  PST

In celebration of International Women’s Day, UVic and the Office of the Lieutenant Governor with media sponsor Global BC present Women Leading Change – Break the bias.

This free hybrid event will highlight powerful voices leading change across industries in which women remain underrepresented.

Leaders will share their experiences and discuss how we can support, inspire and empower people, and create more equitable access to opportunities in the workplace.

Register or for more information www.uvic.ca/wlc

Pirates in the Hood

Posted on February 3, 2022 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours, Photography Leave a comment

Catch as catch can

Posted on December 24, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours Leave a comment

In the air

Posted on December 3, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours Leave a comment

Local Escapes

Posted on November 26, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours, Photography Leave a comment

Is it Friday already?

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours, Photography Leave a comment

Lambs to Leaves

Posted on October 21, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours, Photography Leave a comment

Shades Thereof

Posted on September 24, 2021 by Roger Harmston Posted in Neighbours, Photography Leave a comment
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