Duncan Pharmacy has moved to a larger location.
Pharmacist and store owner Neel Tanna, who opened the store in 2019 along with his wife Rupal Tanna, who is a clinical pharmacist, said the couple moved the business from 921 Canada Ave. to a larger location at 101-725 Canada Ave.
He said business at the pharmacy has grown substantially over the last six years since it opened, requiring a larger space and larger staff to keep up with the demand.
“The new pharmacy is within walking distance of the old location, so it shouldn’t be hard for our customers to find us,” he said.
The Tannas also own and operate Crofton Pharmacy.
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After two years of planning and 15 months of construction, the new winery and tasting room at Unsworth Vineyard are nearing completion.
“After a peek behind the curtain, we are more excited than anticipated,” the award-winning Unsworth said on its webpage.
“As our guests, you can expect the same warm hospitality, casually informative Unsworth style, all wrapped-up in our classically West-coast setting. With more indoor seating and two immaculately landscaped patios, we already have your table ready. The upgrades are too many to mention and we can't wait to show you.”
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Kicking off on June 14, the Father’s Day weekend, through to Sept. 7, Malahat SkyWalk is introducing an exciting line-up of events and activities.
This includes a new yoga experience at the top of the Spiral Tower, expanded programming from the Raptors, bubble fun with That Bubble Guy, the return of the popular Summer SkyWalk Music Series, free Victoria shuttle service, and extended hours.
All of this and more is why Malahat SkyWalk is the ultimate summer experience and destination.
“We are looking forward to welcoming visitors to Malahat SkyWalk and celebrating our fifth summer season,” said general manager Nathan Bird.
“Since opening, we have continued to build on what we offer year over year, and this summer is no different. From new activities and events to the overall award-winning experience, we are giving locals and Vancouver Island visitors plenty of reasons to plan a visit with us this summer.”
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Economic Development Cowichan and Community Futures Cowichan are joining forces to support local businesses through a shared sponsorship of Island Good, Vancouver Island’s flagship shop-local branding initiative.
Any business in the Cowichan region that is signing up for Island Good for the first time can access a 50 per cent discount on a one-year membership, available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are fully allocated.
“This sponsorship builds on our shared commitment to regional economic resilience,” the two groups said.
“As communities continue to navigate uncertainty such as inflation and tariffs, programs like Island Good help strengthen local supply chains, raise the profile of small businesses, and encourage consumers to support.”
Island Good is open to a wide range of businesses across Vancouver Island, including those in the Cowichan region.
Eligible members include producers of physical goods, restaurants and cafés that serve Island-made ingredients, as well as retailers who stock and promote locally made products.
Examples of Cowichan-based Island Good businesses include food and beverage producers, skincare brands, artisan makers, farm-to-table eateries, and independent grocers.
“Partnering on this initiative is a natural extension of our shared mandate to support entrepreneurs and local producers,” said Barry O’Riordan, manager of EDC. “It’s all about keeping dollars local and helping Cowichan businesses.”
Island Good members benefit from co-branding, marketing tools, and access to a growing Island-wide network, all aimed at increasing visibility and encouraging buy-local habits.
To sign up for a membership, visit https://islandgood.ca/become-a-licensee.
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Cowichan’s Bings Creek Recycling Centre and Peerless Road Recycling Centre in Ladysmith are among 30 public recycling centres in B.C. that have been recognized by Interchange Recycling in its sixth annual Top Collector Awards for their outstanding performance and commitment to collecting used oil and antifreeze materials across the province throughout 2024.
Interchange Recycling is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the collection and recycling of used oil, antifreeze, oil filters, and automotive containers in British Columbia.
“All of our dedicated collection sites across the province contribute to keeping our local communities stronger and healthier, thanks to their ongoing commitment to keeping oil, filters, antifreeze and their containers, out of landfills,” said Jenn Robson, director of operations at Interchange Recycling.
“We wanted to recognize these 30 facilities who collected the most in 2024 for going above and beyond to provide an important service to local residents. We’re excited to share that we have never had so many B.C. government facilities make the Top Collector list before. There are 12 who topped our list, and we’re proud to recognize the vital role these local governments have played in protecting the environment while promoting sustainable practices in their communities.”
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Wiffle Games, located at 5795 Duncan St. in Duncan, is now open on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the first time.
Wiffle Games, which used to operate in Chemainus, caters to all video game nerds, vinyl freaks, metal heads and comic book collectors, they say.
The store specializes in retro video games, silver-age comics, vintage toys, vinyl records, pinball and arcade machines and more.
