Podcasts about Cowichan Valley

In this new episode, Tim Pilleri and Lance Reenstierna speak about the mysterious disappearance of Nicholas Marion with his father Carl, sister Cola, and Cola's wife Amanda. Nicholas went missing from Youbou Road in the Cowichan Valley on June 20th, 2024. If you have any information please call the Cowichan RCMP at 250-759-6668. And please refer to file # 2024-1151. Please also send that information to the Marion family at their Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1005357581141705. Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MISSING for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com. Check out Mood and use my code MISSING for a great deal: https://mood.com. Follow Missing: IG:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/MissingCSM/⁠⁠. TT:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@missingcsm⁠⁠. FB:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/MissingCSM⁠⁠. X:⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/MissingCSM⁠⁠. Spotify:⁠⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/0yRXkJrZC85otfT7oXMcri⁠⁠. Youtube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/missingcsm⁠⁠. Apple:⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missing/id1006974447⁠⁠. Follow Crawlspace: IG:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/Crawlspacepodcast⁠⁠. TT:⁠⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@crawlspacepodcast⁠⁠. FB:⁠⁠ https://www.facebook.com/Crawlspacepodcast⁠⁠. X:⁠⁠ https://twitter.com/crawlspacepod.⁠⁠ Spotify:⁠⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/7iSnqnCf27NODdz0pJ1GvJ⁠⁠. Youtube:⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/crawlspace⁠⁠. Apple:⁠⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crawlspace-true-crime-mysteries/id1187326340⁠⁠. Check out our entire network at⁠⁠ http://crawlspace-media.com/⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's not just big cities where public safety is a concern. In the Cowichan Valley, for example, there's an area surrounding the Trans-Canada Highway where some residents and business owners say crime, drug use, and street disorder mean they don't feel safe in their own community. It's in the region's urban core, where North Cowichan, Duncan, and Cowichan Tribes land meet. On this episode we talk to some of those people, as well as to those working to try and change things.++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Want to hear some good news out of the Cowichan Valley?Check out these stories:Fresh Vancouver Island food delivered straight to your doorstepThis native plant nursery will bring traditional foods and medicines to the Cowichan Valley

This week, we're on location at the Vancouver Convention Centre, broadcasting from the floor of the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. We'll be speaking with numerous local and international wine personalities all week. Today, our guests include Stacy Hornemann Winemaker at Blue Grouse Estate Winery in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. We'll speak Sake with Mark Zheng Garratt, Sales Manager for Gekkeikan Sake. It's off to the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley to taste with Shawn Brynildson, Winemaker of Black Stallion Estate Winery. Then we speak with Tony Holler, Co-Owner of Poplar Grove Winery on the Naramata bench in the Central Okanagan Valley.

This week, we have one of the show's long-time friends, Photographer George Rose, from Santa Barbara, California. George talks to us about the many reasons for visiting the Santa Ynez Valley and the Greater Santa Barbara area. Nick Bevan, President at Jackson Wine Estates International, talks about their significant investments at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Tim Pawsey, Food and Wine Writer, aka Hired Belly, joins us with his insider's guide to restaurants and bars you can visit between sessions at the upcoming Vancouver International Wine Festival. Plus, David McBean, GM at Watermark Beach Resort, our home away from home in the South Okanagan, updates us on the resort's plans for the 2025 season and the reasons to book now.

  THE SHOW  It's the first of two Whisky Specials from the 2025 Canadian Whisky Awards and the 2025 Victoria Whisky Festival. There are always headlining whiskies and star whisky makers in attendance! Whisky fans want to taste and explore the new releases from Crown Royal, Canadian Club, Forty Creek, Hiram Walker, JP Wiser's Lot 40, Pike Creek, Gooderham and Worts, Nikka, Amrut, The Dalmore and Glencadam. For the first time ever,  Gisbelle Distillery a distillery from China,  would be joining the lineup. The West Coast and Vancouver Island were well represented. Stillhead, Odd Society, DubhGlas, Sheringham, Sons of Vancouver & Shelter Point. Over 200 whiskies were up for the awards. 14 judges from across the country tasted and scored. The Grand Prize Winner, judged Canadian Whisky of the Year was, The Peat Project Moscatel Barrique single malt from Macaloney's Island Distillery (Saanich)   Here are the guests on part one of the 2025 Whisky Awards and Victoria Whisky Festival Davin De Kergommeaux  -  Davin is the flag bearer for Canadian Whisky. He singlehandedly brought Canadian Whisky to the attention of Canada and The World. His latest book is the updated and expanded third edition of Canadian Whisky - The Essential Portable Expert. I love the first line. "Handles, mickeys, shots or drams, no matter what its measure, Canadian whisky is a story of Canada." Davin is my ultimate connection to the world of Canadian Whisky. He helped create these awards and leads the judging team. Grant Stevely - Distiller at DubhGlas (Oliver) In the fall of 2010, Grant purchased some property at Gallagher Lake near Oliver, B.C. “I wanted to build a distillery from the ground up, which is distinctly different from a lot of other distilleries,” he says. “So we built the distillery with expansion in mind.”  Grant Stevely[/caption] At the heart of the operation is a German-made Arnold Holstein still. No sooner did Stevely open Dubh Glas Distillery in the spring of 2015, when he began winning awards for his first product, Noteworthy Gin. “Dubh Glas” is Scottish Gaelic for “from the dark water.” It's pronounced “Douglas,” which happens to be Stevely's middle name. Jason MacIsaac - Distiller. Sheringham (Langford, BC) Sheringham Distillery  won Best Contemporary Gin at the 2019 World Gin Awards Its Seaside Gin captured the award against World-class competition from 23 countries,  including the UK  and USA. "We created Sheringham because we saw a hole in the market: the opportunity to create the world's most drinkable spirits. This approach has served us well, and in the seven years since founding Sheringham, we have been on the ground building authentic connections with buyers, retailers, and consumers, sharing our story and highlighting our chef-driven approach to innovation and quality."  (Distiller Mag) Jason and wife  Alayne now have their growing portfolio available across Canada and in 15 markets in the USA. Graeme Macaloney - Master Distiller  Macaloney Island Distillery (Saanich) There once was a wee Scottish lad by the name of Graeme Macaloney who found a summer job bottling whisky and fell in love with Uisge Beatha, the ‘water of life'. He dedicated his heart to finding a way to make whisky for a living. Graeme set up shop on Saanich, just outside Victoria. Some of his favourite Scottish and Irish whiskies were island-made. Graeme has found his "island" in Canada. Congratulations Champ!! - Distillery opened in 2016 - The first whisky made onsite and  released in 2020 -Canadian Whisky of the Year - 2025 Brennan Colebank - Master Distiller Stillhead Distillery (Duncan) Founded by the Colebank family, Stillhead Distillery Inc. opened its doors in October of 2017. After working 15 years in the tech industry, Master Distiller Brennan Colebank left his job to pursue his dream career, blending the two things he loved most: chemistry and spirits.  The chemist has created an amazing portfolio and a home for Whisky in the Cowichan Valley. www.victoriawhiskyfestival.com www.canadianwhiskyawards.com

This week we speak with Severine Pinte, Winemaker, Viticulturist, and Managing Partner for Le Vieux Pin and LaStella wineries on the state of the vines in the South Okanagan and her special partnership undertaken in Washington State. Grant Stanley, winemaker at Spearhead Winery joins us to talk about the impressive Pinot Noir coming out of the east Kelowna winery, which was a big winner at this year's National Wine Awards of Canada. Also, Stacy Hornemann, Winemaker, Blue Grouse Estate, newly arrived from Sonoma, California, takes over the reins at Blue Grouse Estate Winery and discusses her first impressions of the Cowichan Valley. Plus, we chat with Michael Bartier, Bartier Bros., and Eric Monnin, Chief Winemaker, Boutinot, two uniquely talented winemakers, discuss the twist of fate that brought the two together to create a standout BC wine known simply as Project B

Sixty years of Canadian music - and radio! - in an hour and a quarter. We'll take a road trip with the son of a Saskatchewan premier, travel from the Cowichan Valley to Vancouver to Winnipeg to Toronto in search of CanCon, check up on some illustrious expats, and tune in the voices and sounds of a couple generations of north-of-the-49th radio. And you out east, don't worry, we'll pick up the cross-country journey after Christmas. Maybe call it "Strong and Free." 

We're nearing the end of a volatile year in BC Wine. It featured wildfires, floods, COVID, road closures, price, tax and wage increases and two cold snaps over two Winters. Vineyards were damaged or destroyed by the freeze. Wineries and growers were facing a 2025 with little or no wines to cellar and sell. The Wine Industry and Government leadership came up with a plan to allow BC Wineries to harvest next year's fruit this year in Washington, Oregon, California, Ontario and The Cowichan Valley. As long as the label states "Crafted in BC" and the process is transparent. Will BC wine fans buy their favourite labels if the fruit comes from another region? If they like the new juice, will they still embrace their original BC wines? What gets replanted, and what new varietals will we see growing in the new BC? So much to consider. Which is why we've invited four of the most connected leaders from the BC wine industry to share opinions, suggestions and creative ideas over the course of an hour.   They are:   Cristine Coletta:  Co-Owner Okanagan Crush Pad.  For 9 years,  executive director of the BC Wine Institute! Specialist in marketing and branding wine.   www.okanagancrushpad.com     DJ Kearney - Wine Director The Terminal City Club. Wine Educator at large. @djwines  www.tcclub.com     Rhys Pender - Master of Wine. Co-owner of Little Farm Wine. Similkameen Valley www.wineplus.ca   Lauren Skinner Buksevics- Director of Sales and Marketing Painted Rock. Okanagan Falls.  Member of the Wine Growers of BC Board. @paintedrocklaur  @paintedrockwine www.paintedrock.ca   www.winebc.com   www.totabc.org

This week, Mark Davidson, Head of Education, Americas, for Wines of Australia, gives us a bird's-eye view of everything exciting happening in the world of Australian wine. Ermes Scardova, Export Manager, Medici Ermete, takes us inside Lambrusco's fascinating world from the famous Emilia-Romagna region. We also catch up with Robert Stelmachuk, Wine Director Mott 32 in Vancouver, who shares some of his favourite holiday wines. Then we check in with Stacy Hornemann, winemaker at Blue Grouse Estate Winery in the Cowichan Valley, who has moved north from the Jackson Family wine team in Sonoma County to explore and expand the pinot noir and chardonnay footprint on Vancouver Island.

Denise McArthur has been involved with Restorative Justice Cowichan for the last 8 years, where’s she’s currently the restorative justice coordinator. She says over the years her group has discovered that if you can help someone take responsibility for their actions in a way that doesn’t end up being a huge crisis in their life, […]

Roy L Hales/Cortes Currents - A day before the election 338Canada is predicting a slight NDP majority. 338Canada is a campaign website that uses available polling data, each riding's history, and population data etc. It predicts the outcome of the election for every riding and has been used in 13 elections. They have been right close to 90% of the time. They were wrong, but still within the margin of error 6% and totally wrong in 4% out of 1,657 electoral district races. This prediction for the election was made Oct 16: 49 seats for the NDP and 42 for the Conservatives. As this is based on projections that show the popular vote very close (45% to 43% respectively) and this is within the margin of error (4%), the race could still be very close. The NDP need 47 seats to form a majority government. They are especially vulnerable in the 5 ridings where their lead is within the margin of error. This means their number of seats could (but probably won't) sink to 44. The Conservative lead is especially vulnerable in 10 ridings, which means their total number of seats could be as low as 32. Our North Island riding is one of the ones where the Conservatives have a slight lead, but the race is so close 338Canada is calling it a ‘toss up.' The popular vote for: Andy Kindy was projected at 44%, Michele Babchuk at 43% and Nic Dedeluk 13%. The margin of error for both Kindy and Babchuk is 7%, which means either of them could win. The Green Party is expected to take 2 ridings (Saanich North and the Islands and Furstenau's own Victoria Beacon Hill riding) could take 3 and it is possible they may take 4. They are only 2% behind the Conservatives in West Vancouver Sea to Sky, which means that race is still a ‘toss up' and they are 6% behind the NDP in Furstenau's old Cowichan Valley riding. Overall, 338Canada is stating the Conservatives could still win, but gives them only a 20% chance. They gave the NDP a 69% chance of victory and a 5% chance this will only be a minority government. Of course if a large number of NDP supporters stay home, as happened when Christy Clark was elected in 2011, the Conservatives could win. The recent Angus Reid poll identified two segments of the population who are especially pro-NDP: women and males under the age of 34. Given the closeness of the vote, their votes (or decision to not vote) may decide the election. The Green Party's hopes of increasing their number of seats beyond 2 most likely depend on the same segments of the population.

Roy L Hales/Cortes Currents - 338Canada's latest projection, taken on Sunday October 13, shows the NDP may be heading towards a majority government.  The NDP was leading in 49 ridings, but in 6 of these only by a narrow margin. The Conservative Party of BC was leading in 42 ridings, but in 7 by a nose. Our own North Island riding is one of the the latter. Conservative candidate Anna Kindy is currently projected as a nose ahead of incumbent Michele Babchuk, 45% to 43%. As the margin of error for these projections is 7%, it is actually too close to call. A new projection came out Sunday, and the principle change appears to be more people turning to the Green Party. Prior to the the televised all-candidates debate on October 8, it looked like they might be reduced to a single seat (Saanich North and the Islands). Saturday's projection suggested Furstenau has taken taken a 6 point lead in Victoria-Beacon, as of Sunday that lead is 9%. When I originally posted this article, the Greens were only 2% behind in West Vancouver-Sea to Sky. This is where Green candidate Jeremy Valeriote lost by a mere 60 votes in 2020. Sunday's projection shows them tied with the Conservatives at 37% each. The Greens also appear to be narrowing the gap in Furstenau's old riding, Cowichan Valley, where John Kouri was 9% behind the NDP on Saturday. On Sunday, it was only 6%. At the moment the Green Party appears to be leading or in a very close race for 4 seats. They currently do appear to be gaining momentum and hope to send MLA's from 6 ridings to the next legislature. North Island is not one of the six. The latest projection shows the Green candidate at a mere 13%. Of course these statistics are the at best the most likely results if the election were yesterday. There are still five days until the election.

This week, we speak with winemaker Stacy Hornemann, who has newly arrived from Sonoma, California, to take the reins at Blue Grouse Estate Winery. Hornemann discusses her first impressions of the Cowichan Valley and her excitement for its future; Export Manager Rodrigo Lencastre tells the story behind Ramos Pintos, established in 1880 in the Douro Valley, Portugal, and its many impressive port wine styles; General Manager David McBean invites us to his Watermark Beach Resort and 15 Park Bistro in Osoyoos, offering a new seasonal menu, exceptional wine and beer making dinners and more; Angela Lyons, VP of Sales & Marketing for Bacas Family Wines, which includes Quails' Gate Estate Winery, joins us in-studio to debut two new sparkling wines and a range of Cascadia import labels destined to fill the gap left after the extensive vine damage suffered over the last two winters.

Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K, this week we welcome from Cowichan Valley, BC, the Creators of Blue Moon Marquee A.W. Cardinal and Jasmine Colette. They currently hold the title for “Blues Album of the Year” at this years 2024 JUNO Awards. Their current album “Scream, Holler & Howl is doing well and climbing the charts. Blue Moon Marquee are currently feauterd in our current issue of the SAY Magazine, read all about them on our page at https://www.indigenousinmusicandarts.org/past-shows/blue-moon-marquee/ Enjoy music from Blue Moon Marquee, Mitch Walking Elk, Twice As Good, Blackbird, Caley Watts, Twin Flames, Caleigh Cardinal, Chantil Dukart, Indian City, Robbie Robertson, XIT, Centavrvs, Khu.eex, Qacung, Banda Do Sul, Systema Solar, Shauit, Hayley Wallis, HK Higher Knowledge, Alexis Lynn, Stolen Identity, Annie Humphrey, Arvel Bird, Laura Niquay, Robert Freightrain and much much more. Visit us on our home page to learn about us and our programs at www.indigenousinmusicandarts.org, check into our Two Buffalo Studios and our SAY Magazine Library to find out all about our Artists and Entrepreneurs.

Pick of the Week: Laya grenache/mourvedre, Spain Cowichan Valley Cycle Tour mentions: Alderlea Vineyards: Lizzante (currently only available at the vineyard) Zanatta Winery: Tradizionale Brut (but the Glenora Fantasia Brut is excellent if the Tradizionale isn't an option) Unsworth: Pinot Noir    

Brandon Kirk is sharing his story of life after addiction, and creating a space for others to do the same. The Cowichan Valley resident is working on a new video podcast series, Beyond Your Wildest Imagination. “it’s a podcast about life beyond addiction,” Kirk said. “It’s about Cowichan Valley people telling their powerful stories about […]

There's a buzz going on about the Wineries of the Cowichan Valley, Vancouver Island. It started when Unsworth Winery was purchased by key members of the Jackson Family (Kendall Jackson, Napa).  Then  months later it was revealed that the same family members had purchased Blue Grouse, just down the road. So… A California wine family...

Cowichan Valley Spring Wines & singular Scout Wines in Similkameen Valley   THE SHOW Cowichan Valley Spring Wines in Victoria Even though they are only a 30 minute drive from each other, the wines from Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley have worked hard to  earn the respect of Victoria restaurants, stores and wine fans. The wineries...

Cowichan Valley Spring Wines & singular Scout Wines in Similkameen Valley   THE SHOW Cowichan Valley Spring Wines in Victoria Even though they are only a 30 minute drive from each other, the wines from Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley have worked hard to  earn the respect of Victoria restaurants, stores and wine fans. The wineries...

Pick of the Week: Zanatta Tradizionale Brut, Vancouver Island  

If you're looking to plan a wine and food trip to the Cowichan Valley this year, be sure to catch this show. We're broadcasting on location at Enrico Winery gathering the latest on tasting experiences, music events, festivals and the latest wine releases, and more as the wineries move from winter hours to full bore starting in May. Our guests include Lorin Inglis, Simon Spencer and Patrick Haywood from Enrico Winery; Chris Turyk and Felix Egerer from Unsworth Vineyards and Michael Abbott from Blue Grouse Estate Winery.

Seg 1: The untold history of Paldi, British Columbia Paldi, situated in the Cowichan Valley of British Columbia, is significant in the history of Sikh immigration to Canada. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Seg 2: Scott's Thoughts: Beyonce's new album has dropped and it is a blend of R&B with country influence and a lot of people have opinions of it. Where do you put it on the music spectrum? Guest: Scott Shantz, Contributor for Mornings with Simi Seg 3: View From Victoria: Pierre rallies in BC The carbon tax fight comes to B.C. Pierre Poilievre is rallying in Nanaimo today with 2 big themes. The carbon tax and the provincial NDP government. Guest: Vaughn Palmer, Vancouver Sun Columnist Seg 4: Is social media harmful to students' cognitive abilities? Four major Canadian school boards have collectively filed multibillion-dollar lawsuits against social media giants accusing the companies of negligently designing products which they claim have a detrimental impact on student learning, behavior, and mental health. Guest: Colin R. McCormick, PhD Student in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at Dalhousie University Seg 5: Vancouver gets its first alcohol free liquor store Vancouver is getting its first store dedicated to alcohol free drinks. Is it a good idea? Guest: Angela Hansen, Owner Operator of Mocktails, Vancouver's first exclusively alcohol free liquor store Seg 6: What can we expect from the federal Carbon Tax? The federal price on carbon increases today, but not in B.C. as we have a carbon pricing regime controlled entirely by provincial governments because those governments are in line with the federal standard on carbon pricing.  Guest: David Akin, Global National Chief Political Correspondent Seg 7: Is BC's approach to youth addiction working? In "The Best Place: Addiction, Intervention, and Living and Dying Young in Vancouver," Danya Fast chronicles the lives of 20 young individuals battling substance use. Half of them tragically succumb to fatal overdoses, reflecting the severity of British Columbia's drug crisis. Guest: Dr. Danya Fast, Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of British Columbia and Research Scientist at British Columbia Centre on Substance Use Seg 8: Why is Chilliwack replacing its Canada Day fireworks with drones? The City of Chilliwack is making a groundbreaking decision to transform its Canada Day celebrations by replacing traditional fireworks with a choreographed drone show. This move positions Chilliwack as the first region in the Lower Mainland to embrace drones as an alternative to fireworks. Guest: Ken Popove, Mayor of Chilliwack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paldi, situated in the Cowichan Valley of British Columbia, is significant in the history of Sikh immigration to Canada. Guest: Craig Baird, Host of the Podcast “Canada History Ehx” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful episode we engage in an in-depth discussion about the complexities and challenges of the Vancouver real estate rental market. The episode features a compelling narrative from Jeannie Ball, a landlord who recounts her tumultuous journey dealing with a rental property. This journey, fraught with challenges, leads her from confrontations with difficult tenants and the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB) to an escalated case in the Supreme Court of British Columbia.Jeannie Ball shares her personal experience with her rental property located in Duncan, Cowichan Valley. Jeannie opens up about the trials she faced, including eviction proceedings, the discovery of significant property damage, and the ensuing legal entanglements. As the narrative unfolds, listeners are given a glimpse into the daunting legal battle Jeannie faced, uncovering unfair practices at the RTB that potentially affect thousands of cases across British Columbia.We delve deep into the repercussions of these legal challenges, discussing how such disputes and RTB's practices can deter landlords from renting out their properties, consequently impacting the overall housing supply in Vancouver. The episode provides valuable insights and advice for both landlords and tenants who might be navigating similar situations, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's legal rights and procedures in rental disputes.Jeannie, in a call to action, urges listeners, particularly homeowners and landlords, to advocate for fairer practices at the RTB. She highlights the necessity of this for increasing housing availability and improving the rental market. The podcast concludes with a strong message encouraging active involvement and communication with housing authorities to foster a more equitable and accessible real estate environment in Vancouver.View The Supreme Court Outcome Ruling Documents:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/19LVzuDeghMYH6YC7OxudU818QEskxOyZ  _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

We're on the beach (we hope some of you are too) this week, so we've “upcycled” several of our favourite interviews that fit the theme of “Organics, Biodynamic and Carbon Neutral Winegrowing”. Featuring: Dan Wright, Winemaker for Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island; Severin Pinte, Winemaker, Viticulturist & Managing Partner for LaStella Estate Winery in Osoyoos who also serves as Chair of Sustainable Winegrowers BC; Taylor Whelan, Winemaker for CedarCreek Estate Winery on the South Kelowna Slopes and Matt Dumayne, Winemaker, Garnet Valley Ranch Winery in the new Summerland Valleys Sub-GI in Summerland.

My guest for this episode is Zac Brown of Alderlea Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Zac grows an array of grapes in his vineyard, some that he has to spray multiple times every year, and some that he doesn't really have to spray but chooses to once per year. Zac grows resilient wine grapes (some PIWIs), side by side with more common vinifera, and he has direct comparisons between their resilience and performance in many ways. His findings are striking: the resilient hybrids out-perform vinifera in every measure, including fungal resistance, drought resistance, recovery from extreme heat and cold, and productivity... and the hybrids don't need to be sprayed to do this.  In addition to talking about the viticultural advantages to growing resilient grape varieties, we discuss wine making techniques for working with specific resilient grapes. Like any grape, they can make beautiful wine but each variety requires its own specific care in the winery to elicit its best flavors. Zac had some great insights for making wine with the varieties he grows. Zac is at the forefront of a revolution - the dawn of the ecological era of viticulture, guided by biology. His mixed vineyard provides a great example of a way that the larger wine industry may begin to transition to a kind of wine that can withstand climate change... and be interesting, indigenous, and delicious.  https://www.alderlea.ca/ Support this episode by subscribing via patreon. If you'd like to sponsor an episode, please contact Adam at: connect@organicwinepodcast.com

It's Festival Season. Wine, Music, Blues and Roots, Food, Fishing, Camping. The annual Cowichan Valley Wine Festival returns to its Month of August setting. Its kicks off July 27  with Sunset Soirée from 6-9 PM at the gorgeous Campbell Commons at  Brentwood College School in Mill Bay. 13 wineries will be pouring some of their favourites plus some chosen especially for this event. Attending and tasting allow you to actually meet the maker of the wines. There's nothing better than getting the real story of the wine. Expect high-end, new releases and a few surprises being poured. This year the food program will be created by  Mensch Catering, so you know it will be very interesting. Wineries pouring on the night will be Alderlea, Blue Grouse, Cherry Point, Damalli, Devino, Deoll, Enrico, Rocky Creek, Unsworth, Venturi Schultze, Zanatta and Emandare. August in the Cowichan Valley  Aug 1 – 31.  12 wineries. Wine Passport.   Your map and tasting glass are your ticket to all 12 participating Cowichan Valley Wineries. Everyone who purchases a ticket is automatically entered into draws. Accommodations, wine, tours,  transportation and gift baskets. Details at www.cowichanwineries.com Our guests are Alderlea – Julie Powell co-owner/co-winemaker Blue Grouse – Bailey Williamson  Head Winemaker Enrico Winery – Lorin Inglis  General Manager and Pres Cowichan Wineries Society. (Jim Moody from Zanatta had tech issues and I will do a follow up) www.cowichanwineries.com www.alderlea.ca www.bluegrouse.ca www.enricowinery.com @zanattawinery Chef Kristian Eligh – Marilena Café and Raw Bar.  Victoria It felt like the longest opening of a new restaurant I've seen in many years. It feels like 3-4 years ago I knew that Kristian and his family were moving back to Victoria with a plan to create a singular restaurant. Then came years of COVID and post-Covid. Finally, the day has arrived and Marilena Café and Raw Bar was just launched. Kristian is a chefs chef. From Thomas Keller's The French Laundry to culinary director of Hawksworth Restaurant and now Top Table Group Executive Chef. The Top Table Group includes Blue Water Café, Eliza, Cin Cin, Araxi, Il Caminetto, Bar Oso.  Quite a line up and it doesn't include their two New York City restaurants. Marilena is two rooms in one. They've been described as “pockets of ambience”. The Raw Bar, led by Chef Clark Park. The Café is the turf of one of the best managers Aaron Matsuzaki. The wine directory is large. It's overseen by the brilliant Shane Taylor This is a destination, my friends... Go to www.marilenacafe.com and check out the dazzling menu and wine list. The café is a blend of Japanese-inspired small plates, Italian salads and large sharing plates of whole fish, lobster and  48 hr Beef short rib. Cocktails on tap and a list of variables called lively, adventurous and sophisticated. Pouring select Vancouver Island Wines. One from Basque country and Aquilini   Cab/Merlot Family Blend from Red Mountain. Marilena is now open. It was well worth the wait. www.marilenacafe.com

Cowichan Valley Wine Fest & Chef Kristian Eligh/Marilena, Victoria THE SHOW It's Festival Season. In the Cowichan Valley. Wine, Music, Blues and Roots, Food, Fishing, Camping. The annual Cowichan Valley Wine Festival returns to its Month of August setting. Its kicks off July 27  with Sunset Soirée from 6-9 PM on the gorgeous Campbell Commons... The post July 15th, 2023- Cowichan Valley Wine Fest & Chef Kristian Eligh/ Marilena, Victoria appeared first on Mulligan Stew.

Episode 14 is here! This week's guest is Alannah Davis, the CEO of Dabble Cannabis Co, a family-run business based in the Cowichan Valley of British Columbia, Canada. With extensive experience in product commercialization, sales and supply chain, and regulatory guidance, Alannah shares her expertise in the cannabis industry. She talks about her background working at Aurora Cannabis and Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics North America, as well as her role as a cannabis consultant for licensed producers and prospective licensees across Canada. Listeners will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities in the cannabis industry, and how Alannah's expertise can help businesses succeed.

Open drug use in highly public areas is a growing concern for the people of BC. Will the government implement a ban? A "safe-snorting" kit was left behind in a Cowichan Valley high school, and the parents are NOT happy. Animal rights activists are protesting the Cloverdale Rodeo.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us for this week's Grape Escape, broadcasting live from the beautiful Oak Bay Beach Hotel in Victoria! Our guests include Anneke Feuermann, the Marketing and PR Manager who tells us about being named Condé Nast's #1 top hotel in Canada and earning a certification as a biosphere property, one of only three in the country; Brendan Bankowski, Oak Bay's Food & Beverage Manager talks about their dining options from fine dining to woodfired-pizza to the Snug Cove Pub. Christian Sealey, Oak Bay's Director of Food and Beverage, announces special wine dinners & reveals an exclusive wine made in Cowichan Valley. Kenzie Knight from Tourism Cowichan has tons of tips on how to make the most of your time in the Cowichan Valley, and Ross Borland from Vessel Liquor talks about the unique offerings in their newly expanded store in Victoria and their online marketplace. #bcfoodandwine

Hello FriendsWe are very excited to share today's episode! Our guest today is Sonia Furstenau. Sonia is the leader of the British Columbia Green Party and is a passionate advocate for environmental protection and sustainability. She was elected as the party's leader in September 2020, after serving as a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia representing the Cowichan Valley. Furstenau is known for her advocacy of environmental protection and sustainability. As a member of the Legislative Assembly, she has been vocal in her support of policies to combat climate change, protect old-growth forests, and promote sustainable agriculture. She has also been an advocate for affordable housing, accessible healthcare, and the rights of Indigenous peoples.In this conversation we dive into the things that motivate her, the vision and hope she has for creating a better more regenerative future, and she shares some very inspiring ideas about how we can value one another, and this planet we call home, and presents a deeply hope filled picture of what could be if we align our politics with our values. Sonia shares all this with a healthy dose of humility, laughter, and stories that help illuminate her ideas. We're so excited to share this conversation with Sonia, as we discuss her vision for a sustainable future, the challenges and opportunities facing Canada, and her perspective on the role of politics in creating positive change.No matter your political leanings, we know you're going to love this conversation. Enjoy,Z&DLooking for a little more? Visit our Website & follow us on InstagramSponsors:Athletic Greens:Athletic Greens is giving all of our listeners a FREE 1 year supply of immune supporting Vitamin D & 5 free travel packs with your first purchase! Visit athleticgreens.com/moregood to take ownership over your health.Episode Resources:Sonia Furstenau: Website / Instagram BC Green Party: Website / Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're on our first Grape Escape of the year at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Our featured guests include Unsworth's winemaker Dan Wright and agroecologist Felix Egerer, Blue Grouse Estate Winery winemaker Bailey Williamson, Enrico Winery General Manager Lorin Inglis and Save-on-Foods Director of Wines Steve Moriarty. Combined, they provide an update into a region that is dialing into its soils, climate and varieties, while charming us with its laid-back lifestyle and wowing us with its abundant local and artisanal food offerings.

In this episode of the podcast, I bring you a fantastic conversation with Valorie Masuda, Psychedelic Therapist with Roots to Thrive, “Roots to Thrive is Canada's first and only multidisciplinary, non-profit healthcare practice to legally offer evidence-informed, multi-week, group therapy programs that use a community of practice model, uniquely designed to address trauma and to promote resilience, and to also include the option of psilocybin-assisted and ketamine-assisted group therapy.” source: https://rootstothrive.com/about-us/what-is-roots-to-thrive/Valorie is a palliative care physician and general practitioner in oncology working in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. She is an Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of British Columbia currently working on a clinical trial demonstrating the feasibility of delivering psilocybin therapy in a group set, setting and integration model with Roots to Thrive. She is certified in psychedelic medicine through the California Institute of Integral Studies and has also received training through Therapsil and Roots to Thrive. Valorie is a Fellow of the College of Family Physicians, specializing in Emergency Medicine and Palliative Care.I am really excited to bring you this conversation. Those of you who have listened to the podcast know that, as a self experimenter, I have dabbled with the use of Psilocybin in microdoses as a way to manage depression and anxiety. Although we don't discuss microdosing in this episode, you will still find a ton of information and insight here as we discuss the use of psilocyban mushrooms in larger doses as a way to help patients deal with existential end of life mental health difficulties. The common thread through it all is that humans have lost their connection to one another. Human connection used to be vital for survival but is something we have lost through the way we now look at our lives with a colonial lense. We also discuss how our dismissal of indigenous culture has negatively affected our long term mental health with our disconnection from community and nature. We chat about how poor mental health is addressed with pharmacology rather than digging down to the roots of trauma and how natural medicinal compounds such as psilocybin can help.I've been wanting to share a conversation like this for some time and I'm so happy to be bringing this to you now.TherapsilRoots to ThriveMultidisciplinary Association For Psychedelic StudiesSave 15% at Redshift Sports when you use the code MB40Save 25% off a consultation at Cycling 101 when you use the code MB40 at checkout.Save 25% at Dynamic Cyclist when you use the promo code MB40 at checkout.Visit Rollingdale CycleThanks to Ottalaus Inc. for their support.Thanks to Spandex Panda for their support.Thanks to Lakeside Bikes in Invermere for supporting me!

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party and the B.C. Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Cowichan Valley. Sonia has previously appeared on This is VANCOLOUR on Episodes #150, #123 and #95.

BC Green Party Leader and MLA for Cowichan Valley, Sonia Fusteneau gabs with Lu about her garden and shares her vision for more resilient communities in BC and beyond.Dr. Lee Gass, retired UBC science professor turned sculptor gabs with Lu about the concept and meaning of environmental resilience.

Roy L Hales/ Cortes Currents - Cortes Kayaks bioluminescence tours have been setting out from Mansons Lagoon every Friday and Saturday for the past month. There were about a dozen people in our group, which was mostly composed of off islanders from Vancouver, Victoria or the Cowichan Valley. The only experienced kayakers were our guides, Jolaine Boucher and Maria Francis. However most of the group had some experience and the only rookie was me. “How can you live on Cortes Island for twelve years and not go out in a kayak?” asked an astonished Boucher. This is her fifth season as a guide and she has not lost her enthusiasm. It was in her voice as she squealed with pleasure, paddling close to the phytoplankton covered marine vegetation along the west bank of Mansons Lagoon. A milk-like bioluminescent trail followed every stroke. Or when her awestruck voice came through the darkness, “Did you see that shooting star?” Boucher was our principal guide, who we followed. Francis kept to the rear, where she could come to the aid of any stragglers. Not that there were many stragglers. Our trip from Mansons Landing to the mouth of Gorge Harbour was punctuated by periodic regrouping, as Boucher ensured all of her flock kept together. This is Francis' first season as a guide, and I suspect she will soon be leading groups on her own. Assembling at Mansons Lagoon about 8 PM on Aug 13, 2022 – Photo by Roy L Hales Our session began with an introductory lesson of everything from a ‘bum drop,' as you are entering the kayak's cockpit, to how to hold a paddle. “Never stand up in a kayak,” explained Boucher. “98% of all flips occur when you are entering or leaving the kayak.” The only thing I found difficult was sitting in the kayak with my legs sticking out in front of me. I blamed this on my 71-year-old body's loss of flexibility. While it is more efficient to paddle sitting erect, I could only do this for short distances. Googling this later, I read, “the muscles used to maintain erect posture are out of tone.” I slouched back in my seat throughout most of the trip.

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party and the B.C. Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Cowichan Valley. Sonia has previously appeared on This is VANCOLOUR on Episode #123 and Episode #95.

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party and the B.C. Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Cowichan Valley. Sonia has previously appeared on This is VANCOLOUR on Episode #123 and Episode #95.

The Women's Health, Wisdom, and... WINE! podcast is a weekly conversation with practitioners, providers, patients & healers about complex reproductive medicine & women's health challenges, the value of an integrative approach to these challenges, many of the women's health topics you're already thinking about & uncomfortable talking about & my personal favorite... WINE!Menstruation is a uniquely natural, physiological process that is beautiful and inspiring... unless it's not. The Moon In You, curated with girls in mind is for EVERY person who menstruates, from menarche to menopause. This book will help uncover how periods have been kept in the dark and by the end you will find yourself closer to feeling The Moon In You. You will go on a journey that happens inside of you, a story that unfolds as you realize your period is a rite of passage. About our guests:Alexandria King is the author of The Moon In You, a period book for girls which works to decolonize menstruation through positivity and plant-based learning. Featured in CULTURS, the #1 Global Multicultural Magazine in 2020, she lives in the Cowichan Valley of British Columbia with her daughter and illustrator of The Moon In You—Giselle.  Alexandria has been a womb and ancestry healer over the past 10 years and has recently co-created The Anti-Racism Course for Educators with her daughter.Giselle Vriesen is the illustrator of The Moon In You, co-creator of The Anti-Racism Course for Educators, and a professional tarot card reader. Giselle also writes young adult fiction and has been published in the Cowichan Valley Voice.Resources Mentioned:The Moon In YouMenstruation Celebration Facilitator TrainingConnect with Alexandria & Giselle:InstagramThe hashtag for the podcast is #nourishyourflourish. You can also find our practice on the following social media outlets:Facebook: The Eudaimonia CenterInstagram: theeudaimoniacenterTwitter: eu_daimonismFor more reproductive medicine and women's health information and other valuable resources, make sure to visit our website.Have a question, comment, or want to share your story? Email us at info@laurenawhite.com.

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party and the B.C. Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Cowichan Valley. Sonia was first featured on This is VANCOLOUR in Episode #95.

Today we're thrilled to have on Sonia Furstenau, BC Green Party candidate for Cowichan Valley, and the leader of the BC Green Party. Sonia got into politics at the local level, organizing against a provincial permit that allowed a company to contaminate the water in Shawnigan Lake. Sonia won a competitive race to replace Andrew Weaver as the leader of the BC Green Party, and is the incumbent in her race for Cowichan Valley against Rob Douglas from the BC NDP and Tanya Kaul from the BC Liberals. We're thrilled to talk to Sonia about the BC Green Party, her goals for this election, and why the next four years are so important for BC. In this episode we talked about: - What winning looks like for the BC Green Party - Importance of minority government - Impact of the BC Green Party can make even with small number of seats in the legislative assembly - BC Green Party represents issues beyond the environment

Sonia Furstenau is the leader of the BC Green Party and the BC Member of the Legislative Assembly for Cowichan Valley. She sits on six parliamentary committees including the Select Standing Committee on Children and Youth. She has been involved in grassroots advocacy as the National Administrator for Results Canada - a non-profit organization that works to end extreme poverty - and as a Director on the Board for Oikocredit - an international microcredit organization. She was also a volunteer with Citizens Climate Lobby.

Chapter 1: Justin Trudeau and his ministers are hunkering down for a second day at their cabinet retreat in Ottawa.  They are planning a path forward with a throne speech to deliver in just over a week's time. Guest: Abigail Bimman, Global National Ottawa Correspondent Chapter 2: Heading back-to-school during the pandemic has been an ongoing conversation here in Canada...and of course, it's been a big topic of discussion down in the US. In a country where the virus is so much worse, how is America coping with sending kids back to school? CBS correspondent Jim Krasula spoke to Niki Reitmayer about what is going on south of the border. Chapter 3: You definitely know Nigel Howard from Dr. Bonnie Henry's press conferences. He is BC's most famous ASL interpreter...and he is now teaching UBC's first accredited ASL course.  Niki spoke to Nigel via ASL interpreter Debra Russel Chapter 4: This past weekend was the first weekend since new COVID rules came into effect, stating that bars must stop serving alcohol by 10am. Some bars are thus reporting they lost up to 50% of their already reduced revenue this weekend.  Guest: Pete Fry, Vancouver City Councillor  Chapter 5: Yesterday, Mayor Stewart announced a new housing plan to develop affordable homes in the city of Vancouver. But will it work...and what is defined as “affordable”?  Guest: Kennedy Stewart, Mayor of Vancouver Chapter 6: Crews are still sorting through the aftermath of Sunday night's pier fire in New Westminster. Now that the flames are out, officials can assess the damage.  Guest: Jonathan Cote, New West Mayor Chapter 7: Meet the new BC Green Party leader: Sonia Furstenau. It was a battle between three candidates - Kim Darwin went out in the first round of voting. Furstenau, the MLA for Cowichan Valley, beat Cam Brewer in the second round of the ranked ballot election. She had 2,428 votes to Brewer's 2,127. Guest: Sonia Furstenau, BC Green Party leader

Sonia Furstenau is in. The first-term Green Party MLA is running to be the next leader of the party. She is the first person to have declared an interest in replacing former leader Andrew Weaver, who is now an independent MLA.   Guest: Sonia Fursteneau  Green Party MLA for Cowichan Valley

Our very first 3 person episode was a success! Heather Nelson and Kenneth Vansweevelt came to Firefly Farm in the Cowichan Valley to geek out with me about the Academic Art of Riding, the seat, the movement of the ribs, proper muscle development in a horse, why pushing is not a great thing in the hind limbs, what on earth Stellning is, and much much more. We sat by the lake, visited with horses, got licked by my wolfhound and belly laughed quite a lot. We hope you enjoy it just as much as we did! Kenneth grew up with horses kept in a natural way and learned how to ride horses by experimenting ‘trail and error', never having any traditional riding lessons to stop up his natural way of handling, working horses At my 18 years he needed to get more education to be able to handle his newest horse Trueno. On this path he discovered the Academic Art of Riding by Bent Branderup and is now proud to be a part of the selected Licensed Bent Branderup Trainers. His goal is to make the horse world a little better, and support his students to develop the harmony between horse and rider and create Art. To connect with Kenneth head to https://www.facebook.com/KennethVansweeveltTheEssence Heather Nelson is a liberty training specialist, known for starting from the beginning without the lines and inspiring horses through connection. She combines her background in ground work, classical dressage, intuitive training and liberty to help horse lovers like you tap into your own innate ability to earn a big YES from your horse so you can coach your horse to develop to their highest potential in self expression and balance. Heather is sought after for her engaging workshops and demonstrations where she teaches people to access leadership and respect through creative play, which is just as out of the box as it sounds. To connect with Heather head to www.heathernelsonlibertytraining.com/

In this much anticipated episode of the Whole Horse Podcast, Academic Art of Riding instructor Kenneth Vansweevelt shares about his journey with horses - his passion for biomechanics and the psychology of the horse, his desire to work with the spirit and pride of the horse, and his hope to make the world a better place for horses. As you can imagine, we had lots to talk about! In fact, we're already planning several more episodes to continue the conversation. I met Kenneth right here in the Cowichan Valley, during one of his 3 trips per year to Canada to share this incredible work with passionate and curious horse people interested in a different, more compassionate and sustainable way of working with their horses.  Kenneth grew up with horses kept in a natural way and learned how to ride horses by experimenting ‘trail and error', never having any traditional riding lessons to stop up his natural way of handling, working horses At my 18 years he needed to get more education to be able to handle his newest horse Trueno. On this path he discovered the Academic Art of Riding by Bent Branderup and is now proud to be a part of the selected Licensed Bent Branderup Trainers. His goal is to make the horse world a little better, and support his students to develop the harmony between horse and rider and create Art.  Head to www.wholehorse.ca for videos of Kenneth and the resources shared on the podcast! Connect with Kenneth at https://www.facebook.com/KennethVansweeveltTheEssence  Find out more about his upcoming clinics in Canada at https://www.facebook.com/HeatherNelsonLibertyTraining/    

Bodhi and Carol Thompson Gardner are a couple from the Cowichan Valley who are doing the work to help us build towards a more inclusive culture where we can take action and hold compassion for our transgender community. Bodhi's story and experience is highly relevant and applicable, and I am honoured by their vulnerability. Their partner Carol is a writer and is doing the work to help young children feel loved and included. Connect with Bodhi and Carol through Bodhi's website www.bodhithompsongardner.com

In this Whole Horse Podcast, Breanne Ellison of West Coast Animal Massage and I brought one of our wonderfully geeky conversations about all things body work and manual therapy out of the saddle (we usually have them while trail riding together!) and into this fun and fascinating hour.  In our time together, Breanne shares why body work is so important for horses, why the equine pelvis can be site of many issues, and introduces some simple awesome ways to assess your horse's balance and help them feel happier in their skin. Breanne is not only a good friend and relatively close-by neighbour here in the Cowichan Valley, but she is also Diva's go-to body worker (and that's saying a lot!), an Equine Sport Therapist, a member of the Equinology Equine Bodyworker Association and a Certified and Insured Equinology Equine BodyWorker. She's also a guest instructor on the Whole Horse Apprenticeship and will be co-facilitating the Whole Horse Apprenticeship Retreat with me this June! You can find out more about her work at www.wcanimalmassage.com

In this potent episode of the Whole Horse Podcast we connect with Equine Behaviour Specialist Michelle Atterby and tap into her deep passion for Behaviour Science and its ability to support horse owners in developing a mutually trusting, respectful and safe relationship. She believes that to enter into a partnership with a horse requires learned skill, confidence and mindful presence. Our horses reflect who we are in every moment. They also learn from us each moment, sometimes inadvertently. I admit to being a beginner when it comes to behaviour science, so we have a great time clarifying the key concepts of this work, learning easy ways to apply it, and opening up some incredible possibilities for more partnership and connection. Definitely inspiring! Michelle has been trained in a range of modalities including somatic therapy, equine facilitated learning, mindfulness training, centred riding, classical dressage training and applied animal behaviour. She lives just down the road in the beautiful Cowichan Valley and is ‘parent' to fourteen beautiful horses of assorted ages and breeds. Connect with Michelle and her awesome work with horses at the Spirit Gate Farm FB page