Writing can be an art form, or a transcription of dialogue. It can build a picture so vivid the reader will never forget, or document daily occurrences.
We write in many different genres and formats and have been published in magazines, newspapers, books and online. Here is a selection:
Non-Fiction:
Biographies
Newsletters – creation and interviews, recent example: spring 2017
Brochures -recent examples: cdfae-brochure_final, Naturalists Brochure 2017 draft 2
Blogsite Travel Diary (follow Viridian’s founder, Janet Southcott, on her cruise across Canada, 2009)
Stories for Newspapers and Magazines – There are many examples to provide. Here are a few to show a diversity of subjects:
Island magic tracks treasure of time
Volunteer wardens spend summers protecting Mitlenatch Island in the Salish Sea, a seabird breeding colony protected internationally as an “important bird area.”
Music conveys passion
Pre-teen (2011) environmentalist Ta’Kaiya Blaney attends International Choral Kathaumixw as Powell River’s special guest.
Newsmaker of the year: Review takes stock of library ups and downs
Taking a look back at 2014, Powell River Public Library was the newsmaker of the year.
Family Glue: Sliammon traditions and motherhood
Traditions pull a family’s roots together at Tla’amin (Sliammon) First Nation.
Trek of a Lifetime on the South Powell Divide
Scroll to page 32 and follow our subcontractor Janet May on this personal trek through the Powell River backcountry.
Breaking Ground and bread together
Potato co-op brings people and food closer to resource centre.
Pioneers ‘drop out’ to connect with nature
Couple moves away from economic system to reconnect with soul passion.
Scientific Articles for University Textbooks
Medical Research Abstracts
Real Estate Marketing and Editorials
Website Articles
Reports
greenjobsreport_janet-southcott
The Jobs Today, Jobs Tomorrow conference took place in November 2016. This report provides an overview with a slight Powell River influence. It was created for the Powell River Chamber of Commerce.
Fiction:
Stories for Under 10
Stories for Youth
Stories for Adults
Audio:
The following come from our partner, Janet May:
There are 30 First Nations languages in BC and almost all of them are in danger of dying within a generation. Members of Tla’amin (Sliammon) First Nation are working to save their language from extinction: Please ask us for the mp3 recording of this program which aired on CBC.
The Ghost of Poplar Street – Townsite is the original neighbourhood of Powell River. In 1913, the fledgling paper mill built houses for employees and created a model village that is now recognized as a National Heritage site. But there is also a spiritual heritage lingering in the community. Janet May braved a visit to the ghost of Poplar Street: Please ask us for the mp3 recording of this program which aired on CBC.
Most brain development happens in children before their reach school age. But families in isolated areas may not be able to access activities and resources. The ORCA (On the Road with Children’s Activities) Bus project in Powell River is designed to stimulate children’s imaginations and development by travelling to the communities where the kids are: Please ask us for the mp3 recording of this program which aired on CBC.
Vancouver Island used to be the last habitat on earth for genetically pure Roosevelt Elk. But, thanks to an elk recovery project, new herds are thriving in the forests of Powell River and the Sunshine Coast. Janet May joined Sechelt Rod and Gun Club as they trapped elk for relocation. Please contact us for the mp3 recording of this program which aired on CBC.
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