Intrinsic motivation and self-actualization
Taking gold at the Olympics, especially in this way, is taking gold in self-actualization. Source
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VicPD officers make up to $108,000 in overtime
While VicPD is asking for an $11 million, 14% budget increase in 2026, new FOI data shows that from 2022…
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Audio editing skills development for podcast editing
Audio production is a big topic. Audiophiles and sound engineers can fill books with how-to’s and the art and science…
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Join us for the next ‘Housing That Connects Us’ webinar: Innovative Community Programs to Build Social Connection in Housing
When: Friday, March 6th, 10AM – 11:30AM PST Format: Zoom webinar, 1 hour presentation and 30-minute facilitated Q&A (90 minutes)…
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Thermal refuges in the Coldwater River
A project by Raincoast, Scw’exmx Tribal Council, and Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly. February 18, 2026 Rivers across western North America are…
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Leaning into excellence and growth
True excellence is found in how we consistently show up. Source
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Winter Self-Care: Reconnect With Your Energy – Cultivate Ritual & Community
Mini-workshop exploring physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual self-care through movement, tea-making, ritual, and community connection As winter settles in, the…
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Toronto Police corruption reveals widespread information security problem
Watch this report on Youtube. This report by The Breach features journalist Desmond Cole, who breaks down a specific Toronto…
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Back to the Drawing Board
There is a particular kind of joy that comes from doing work you truly love. The kind where hours disappear,…
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What J-pod teaches us about noise
The Southern Gulf Islands have become a desirable destination for human recreation. One of the most exciting draws is the…
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MARCH 2026 FIDDLE JAM
Join us on Friday, March 6th, for the March Jam! We have the lovely Olivia Barret joining us to lead…
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Go Seahawks!
Sometimes we play. Sometimes we just watch. We always cheer! Physios Eric Bennett and Connor Willis will remember this game…
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Wolf home range and travel distances
Wolves in mountainous regions, like those of British Columbia, roam some of the largest home ranges of any land mammal….
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Six myths about Lyme disease that harm patients in Canada
Lyme disease and other tick-borne infections are a much more common topic of discussion in Canada these days as they…
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Dogs of Arbutus – meet Bruin!
One of the amazing service dogs who brightens our clinic every time he comes in, Bruin, has been trained by…
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On Paper and Joy
This week was full – classes taught, lectures given, ideas shared – but today I don’t want to write about…
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Return of This Is My Body
A couple of years ago my partner and collaborator, Jess DeVries and I were invited to craft a workshop offering…
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The social and cultural lives of belugas
Social behaviour is fascinating. Observing how animals relate, learn from one another, and care for each other always triggers my…
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Dr. Vett Lloyd on biobanks and the science of tick-borne post-infection illness
As part of our CTD Conference video series, we are sharing this presentation by Dr. Vett Lloyd – a professor…
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One-day Workshop with Ivonne Hernandez
Interested in an Intermediate level one-day Workshop with Ivonne Hernandez? To be held on Sunday Feb 8th, from 10 am…
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Effects of boat- and land-based ecotourism on bears
Sometimes you have to turn over a few stones to find the treasures of the shoreline. In the same way,…
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RECAP: Making Healthcare More Accessible for Immigrants & Refugees
Building Connections between Settlement Workers & Healthcare Providers in Victoria, BC With Haley Smith (ICA) and Sein Youn (DVUPCC) Summary…
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A Week of Laying Foundations
This past week in the studio was a quiet one on the surface, but a busy one underneath. I spent…
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New research explores the genetics of the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease in Canada
New research explores the genetic composition of Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease, specifically focusing on strains found…
