Island Voices – Island Talk

Vancouver Island To Become a New Canadian Province

It’s hard to believe our family is a week away from a mini-holiday getaway. That’s right, it’s summertime in the Comox Valley.

The hanging baskets are now up in Victoria, it must be summer. 

As the deadline approaches for BC homeowners to pay property taxes, BC Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie is encouraging seniors to consider property tax deferment as a way to stay living independently.

The pending explosion of homeless single women on Vancouver Island is very real.

What is one of the major health hazards today?

Last week, I had the opportunity to visit not one hospital but two! After rupturing my Achilles tendon in a squash tournament, I was taken to our local hospital where upon arrival, I discovered I didn’t have my CareCard on me. Which surprised me, as I was certain it was something I kept in my…

Do you find that you are no longer enjoying cooking? Not eating properly? Or maybe you’re lonely and having a hard time getting out of your home to visit. Are you feeling isolated…or bored?

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) This one reliably kills cats.