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UVic, Camosun preserving Kwakwaka'wakw carving traditions through robotics
2+ hour ago (225+ words) Published 8: 30 am Friday, May 29, 2026 Carey Newman, Impact Chair for Indigenous Art Practice, carving a totem in his workshop. (Courtesy Camosun College) Camosun College and University of Victoria researchers have received funding to support the preservation of Northwest Coast Indigenous carving…...
TOSH fosters creative sense of place in Qualicum Beach and beyond
1+ week, 4+ day ago (339+ words) Published 2: 30 pm Sunday, May 17, 2026 The Old School House Arts Centre in Qualicum Beach recently launched the Vancouver Island Arts Asset Map, a free interactive tool which charts arts infrastructure across the Island. The map was part of a two-year Creative…...
Victoria designer tips: Creating a beautiful home that flows seamlessly
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (845+ words) Published 4: 00 pm Sunday, January 18, 2026 Built-in storage was maximized throughout the home to improve function and reduce visual clutter. (Hattie Root) A walk-in pantry adds much-needed storage. (Hattie Root) Neutral tones layered with texture and pattern create a calm yet energetic…...
Led by light: finished put heart and soul into Saanich home
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (853+ words) Published 1: 00 pm Saturday, January 17, 2026 A sculptural spiral staircase serves as both a functional element and a design statement. (Platinum Creative) Perched above a sheltered inlet, the property at 4040 White Rock offers panoramic ocean views, refined architecture, and seamless indoor-outdoor living....