Janice Taylor made a post on Facebook to invite West End neighbours to a free evening food and community building. Here’s how, and why.

Our beaches and parks take the brunt of our neglectful littering habits, and there are some folks who have taken clean-up into their own hands. This is one man’s story.

Kentish Steele, a familiar face around the West End, musician, gardener, philosopher, and the mayor of Mystic Beach at English Bay.

Micheal Blanke finds zen moments in tending the garden at Bute and Comox, and community in the enjoyment of passers-by.

mister Blake, a man of music, dogs, and local and world-wide philanthropy.

West Ender Katie Grant has been gathering and donating clothing and other useful items to those in need for years now. Volunteer help and more donations always welcome!

Volunteer gardener Jonathan Gordo keeps the gardens around the Dr. Peter Centre a welcoming space for residents, neighbours, and visitors alike.

Randy Keats is a welcoming presence for locals and tourists alike as he keeps Jim Deva Plaza as clean and orderly as possible under challenging conditions.