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Shaw TV's Karen Elgersma visits Providence Farm to preview their annual Christmas craft fair.
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Introduction to Providence Farm, a Therapeutic Community
Providence Farm, a Therapeutic Community, just outside the city of Duncan on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada is a 400 acre working organic farm with social, environmental and cultural dimensions providing shelter and opportunity for persons not easily accepted elsewhere and where the focus is on people caring for the soil and the soil nurturing the people.
For further information: providence.bc.ca, provfarm@providence.bc.ca, getawayfilms@shaw.ca, shandel.ca
VIU's Farm-to-Plate at Providence Farm - Shaw TV Duncan
A partnership between Providence Farm and Vancouver Island University's culinary program is bringing food from the farm to your plate. Shaw TV's Meg Cuthbert has the story of the Farm-to-Plate program.
Providence Farm Labyrinth
Providence Farm in Duncan BC has a new Labyrinth to help sooth the heart and soul.
go! Island Visits The Valley Seniors Activity Centre Pt. 1 - Shaw TV Duncan
Shaw TV's Daphne Goode heads to the Valley Seniors Activity Centre. There is plenty going on there for any senior who wants to meet new people, stay active or just have fun.
Duncan Facades
The old BC tel building in downtown Duncan gets a face lift as part of a facade improvement incentive.
Glenora Farm in Duncan, BC
In 2017, the First West Foundation donated 15 Community Endowment Grants to charities in the Island Savings region. One of the recipients was Glenora Farm in Duncan, BC, for our vegetable processing and storage facility.
Check out the video to learn more about our amazing organization and what we're doing for our community and special needs adults.
go! Island Explores the Cowichan Regional Visitors Centre (Part 1) - Shaw TV Duncan
On this episode of go! Island, Shaw TV's Daphne Goode learns more about the Cowichan Valley than she thought possible at the new visitors centre.
Vital People: Providence Farm
A therapeutic farm in the Cowichan Valley is changing lives and strengthening the community.
Providence Farm is a working organic farm dedicated to restoring the spirit and skills of those with physical, mental and emotional challenges. The farm provides innovative programs in Horticultural Therapy and vocational training. The 162 hectare property employs 34 people looking after 130 clients and includes a woodworking shop, a small engine repair shop, a general store, a clothing outreach program, a garden nursery and several other vocational therapy programs.
Learn more about Providence Farm at providence.bc.ca.
Food Security at Makaria Farm - Shaw TV Duncan
Food Security is a growing concern on Vancouver Island. Shaw TV's Meg Cuthbert talks with the Makaria Farms about what they're doing to keep food fresh and local.
Tourist Attractions in Duncan, British Columbia
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Duncan is a small and beautiful city on southern Vancouver Island area in British Columbia, Canada. As per 2016 census, population of Duncan was around 4,944. Tourist Attractions in Duncan, British Columbia make Duncan a very amazing tourist place in British Columbia.
It is one of the smallest city by area in the nation. This city is 50 km from both Nanaimo to the north and Victoria to the south.
Although population of Duncan is just under 5000, this city serves Cowichan Valley that has population around 80,000 as many of those live in the North Cowichan contiguous to the Duncan.
People who live in areas of North Cowichan border on Duncan usually use “Duncan” as one of their mailing city.
Duncan is seat of Cowichan Valley Regional District. Name Cowichan is an anglicization of Halkomelem that means “warm land”.
Tourist Attractions in Duncan, British Columbia
1. Cowichan Native Village: You can have a great cultural experience. You can have a visit to British Columbia’s one of the largest Native Art Gallery, salmon BBQs by booking and enjoy live Native performance.
This village is located on north of Victoria on Cowichan River.
2. Trans-Canada Highway: It is one of the longest national highway, it is one of the main route of Trans-Canada which around stretches 7604 km from St. John’s, NF, to Victoria, BC.
Along this route, this route passes through all of the 10 provinces.
3. Joe Jack Design Studio: Joe Jack is creating a traditional Salish art in gold jewellery for around 16 years. He offers different types of work that include wood carving, ivory sculptures and prints.
4. Providence Farm: This farm is owned and operated by sisters of St. Anne’s, this mini-community preaches special kind of worship.
This organization is committed to improve community through encouraging environmental awareness, education and promoting personal growth and healing through caring for land.
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Duncan Farmer's Market
No matter what the sky is doing, rain or shine the Duncan Farmer’s market is worth checking out.
Freshly Vancouver Island grown and produced meats, fruit, vegetables, wines, cheese, honey, artisan treasures, clothing and much, much more.
go! Island Goes Green At Kin Park - Shaw TV Duncan
Shaw TV's Daphne Goode learns about a green storytime and more on this episode of go! Island.
Fruit Harvest in the Cowichan Valley - Shaw TV Duncan
Shaw TV's Teri Church looks at the bounty of plums, peaches and more to be found after the yearly Cowichan Valley harvest.
Duncan Farmers Market - Shaw TV Duncan
The Duncan Farmers Market is 100 years old! Shaw TV's Rajie Kabli goes to Duncan to find out what makes this market so special!
Rise & Shine on Alderlea Farm
New farmers John and Katy Ehrlich share their story of starting up a biodynamic farm in the Cowichan Valley region of British Columbia. Presented by SmartFarmBC.ca. Video production by Kate Bradford and BC Ministry of Agriculture. A BCPVA Kudos silver award winning production.
go! Island Shops in Downtown Duncan Pt. 2 - Shaw TV Duncan
Shaw TV's Daphne Goode takes us to the downtown Duncan shopping district to preview the latest in winter and holiday fashions!
Tetla First Nations' Currency - Shaw TV Duncan
Shaw TV's Summer Intern Meg Cuthbert learns about the Tetla program - a barter currency in the First Nations community that is helping fund programs such as language lessons.
go Island learns about the Cowichan Valley Arts Council - Part 1 - Shaw TV Duncan
Shaw TV's Daphne Goode takes a trip to the Portals Art space to visit the Teeny Tiny Art Show and learn about the Cowichan Valley Arts Council.
Island Farmers Alliance - Shaw TV Duncan
The Island Farmers' Alliance has an aging membership. They are looking to grow their board members and attract young people to the alliance to keep it alive. Shaw TV's Meg Cuthbert explains.