LINKS I LOVE

Enjoyment. Inspiration. Motivation.

CHANI NICHOLAS

Of the minute, multi format astrology offerings, where the personal is political. Includes horoscopes, workshops and rituals as well as Spotify playlists curated to suit your sign.

RAISED GOOD

A Vancouver based natural parenting blog designed to give parents support, encouragement and information to tap into their own unique instincts and raise their littles in ways that feel right for them.

JUNIPER EDITING AND CREATIVE 

British born and Montreal based Kate Juniper and her bad-ass all female team provide a wonderful service doing writing assessments, edits and coaching. Also contains a motivating blog for creative's and a book writer's club, not to be missed.

CBC CANADA READS

A fixture in homegrown culture and the arts, CBC Canada Reads is the 'Battle of the Books' for the hottest releases of the year. Showcases author interviews. Also check out the neighbouring CBC Canada Writes for contests and writing tips.

LEARN WRITING ESSENTIALS

Nanaimo's ultimate combo of perfect coffee, creativity and community spirit (also cookies) A bright, beautiful space with owner's who care and strive to prepare!

RUGGED COAST RESEARCH SOCIETY

Dedicated to making an environmental difference and educating the public on researching and cleaning up problematic plastics and ocean debris. Get involved!

VANCOUVER ISLAND REGIONAL LIBRARY

With 39 branches on the island, there is definitely more going on here than you think! A great public space and online venue for learning opportunities, streaming, research, events and author readings.

LITERARY HUB

'Critical and Contemporary' Lithub is like the Rolling Stone of Literature. Broad range of topics, tastes and authors and a killer Instagram.