Author: janelle

Janelle has been a Kitsilano resident for eight years and currently works and lives in the neighbourhood. Originally from a farming community in Saskatchewan, she is keenly interested in building community and food security. At Kitsilano.ca she shares tidbits on the hyper-local food scene, seasonal recipes and community events. By day, Janelle is a lawyer who works as the Director of Programming at the Pacific Business and Law Institute, a legal education company based in Kitsilano. She is also an Adjunct Professor at UBC. She is currently on maternity leave and looking forward to spending a little more time at the beach and hanging out in the neighbourhood with her family.
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Food & Drink

Recipe: Light Carrot Cake

It was my birthday this week and my mom was in town to celebrate. Just like when I was a kid, she offered to make any birthday cake I...

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Family, News, Shopping

Family Toy and Clothes Sale Nov. 13 at Kitsilano Community Center

Sunday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Kitsilano Community Center is holding the Family Toy and Clothes Sale—a swap meet that...

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Food & Drink, News

Get tix for the Plan BEE Event film fundraiser Nov. 10 at the Ridge Theatre

Following last year’s A Fresh Event, this year The World in a Garden and FarmFolk CityFolk present A Plan BEE Event, Thursday Nov. 10, at...

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News

Learn more about Childcare Programs in Kits on Saturday, Nov. 5

The Kitsilano Community House offers a variety of childcare programs, including licensed childminding (18 months – 4 years), out of...

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Food & Drink

Recipe: Butternut Squash and Apple Soup for the slow cooker

I love my slow cooker and use it several times a week in the fall and winter, especially for soups and stews. With the air starting to...

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News

Halloween events for kids and seniors at Kitsilano Community Center

Calling all ghosts and goblins between 1-12 years old! On Saturday, October 29, 10:30-12:30, come take part in the Halloween Howl Spook...

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News

Head out to the last Kits Farmers Market Sunday, Oct. 23

Kitsilano’s last farmers market of the season is taking place on Sunday, October 23, in the parking lot of the Kitsilano Community Center...

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News

Recipe: Pumpkin Seed Brittle

Most people toss or toast their pumpkin seeds after a carving session. This year, try something different with pumpkin seed brittle—a...