Vancouver Island Time

Magdalena Anna is originally from Poland. She re-located to France at a young age and stayed for a number of years until moving to a few different places around the world and eventually settled in on Denman Island, BC with her daughter. In this video Magdalena tells us many interesting things about living on Denman and all about the different activities and people who live there. It seems the island collects people from all over the world for different events. Now you might wonder where someone might work on such a small Island! Magdalena works from home providing social media marketing to companies. Watch the video and hear more about Magdalena's social media marketing and life on Denman Island.

Beth Bates is a physiotherapist and the owner of Lab Health located in Vic West. In this episode we learn how Beth moved from working in a corporate company environment to opening her own business and eventually employing a team of 6!  Beth not only works in Vic West she also lives in the area with her husband and beloved pet dog. Both her and her husband are very athletic and know all the best trails, walks and areas to play sports. In the second half of the podcast Beth talks about how and why she chose to start up her own company and some of the pros/cons and work involved. We also learn what type of people seek out Beths help and what kind of issues she can improve! Click here to watch the video!

Charmaine Welch is a long time resident of Metchosin and is known as the local fudge fairy. She has 52 different flavors of delicious fudge that she sells at the end of her driveway located at 4736 William Head Road, Metchosin BC. She also makes custom bow ties and loves to use creative and colourful fabric. She can even make you a bow tie out of an old t-shirt or dads old tie. Google "Sew Fairy Cute" to find her bow ties online or call Charmaine directly at 778-922-8455, she loves phone calls! If you arent interested in fudge or bow ties listen to the first half of the podcast to hear all about living in beautiful Metchosin. Charmaine has lived in Metchosin over 25 years and knows all the best spots. CLICK HERE to watch the video!

Jane interviews Joanna who chats about living in Colwood with her husband and Finny her spoiled dachshund. Finnegan is the inspiration behind Joanna's clothing line for dachshund lovers. Joanna tells us about so many wonderful spots to hang out in Colwood, like the gardens of Hatley Castle, nearby beaches, trails and yummy places to eat. Listen to this podcast and see if Colwood is the place for you! I recommend watching the video to see Joanna's unique clothing line inspired by her dachshund. 

Jane interviews Wendy Burton, the founder of World Tree. She has recently moved to Sidney and talks about why she chose this area and how the demographic is changing. She is also a bit of a foodie, so she has a lot of recommendations on the best places in Sidney to eat! In the second half of the video Wendy goes into detail about her organization World Tree which promotes investing in a sustainable future using the Empress Splendor tree. Learn more, watch listen to this podcast!

Lori Frank moved from cozy Fernwood to the outdoorsy Highlands. The Highlands offers trails, wildlife, tons of surrounding nature and still has a sense of community. Lori and her family much prefer this out in nature lifestyle and are still very close to all neccesary amenities. In the day her and her family commute to downtown for the kids school and her work and take advantage of the time to listen to podcasts or books together as a family, no time wasted. Lori has a very interesting job as a mediator specializing in divorce. In this podcast we learn why she chose this job and a bit about the process as well as how she ended up in the Highlands. This is a podcast you wont want to miss!

Carol moved from a big house in Oak Bay to a lovely townhouse in Royal Oak. In this video she talks about her new neighbourhood and the benefits of downsizing. Carol has decorated her townhouse in bright colours and bold artwork to match her cheerful personality and has settled in nicely. Throughout the years Carol has taken up many hobbies and interests to keep busy and shares with us her interests in quilting as well as decorating eggs as we reach the Easter Holidays. Her dyed eggs are truly amazing and are a skill that has been passed down from generation to generation. Click Here to watch the video and get inspired to learn a new craft or re-decorate your house! 

Jane interviews photographer Linda Mackie who is a resident of Royal Bay. The Royal Bay Area in Colwood has been an up and coming area for a while and many families are moving out that way for the community and affordable homes. Linda talks to us about her experience raising a family in Royal Bay as well as maintaining her photography business. Listen to this podcast to learn all about this wonderful neighbourhood as well as a bit about Lindas strategy to being a highly requested photographer! If you would like to become a guest on an upcoming podcast episode please fill out the form below. If you would like to see the video of this interview which includes photos of both the Royal Bay area as well as Linda Mackies photography please click on the link below. Guest Form https://goo.gl/forms/Vvk5ZI6B5NvbgYJd2Youtube Video https://youtu.be/ExhsY4FqKpw     

In this podcast Jane Johnston interviews real estate invester Elizabeth Milder. She has her own podcast Queens of Expansion as well as owner of Expansion Properties. She lives in the Oaklands area of Victoria and invests in near by real estate and absolutely loves it. Watch this video and learn more about the Oaklands area and about Elizabeth. If you would like to be a guest or sponsor on an upcoming podcast please fill out the forms below.Sponsor Form https://goo.gl/forms/uGks7h7slPOAsAct1Guest Form https://goo.gl/forms/Vvk5ZI6B5NvbgYJd2    

Jane Johnston interviews Sue Ferriera who is a resident of Vic West. Sue refers to Vic West as the forgotten jewel of Victoria and shares with us why she is in love with this area that she calls home. Beautiful ocean and mountain views, walking trails, a short walk to downtown, close to all amenties and plans for the future development of the Roundhouse Market as well as the super yacht marina are just some of the things Sue talks about in this podcast. We also learn about Sue's most recent business venture she started after leaving a long time career as an anesthesiologist. Listen to the podcast and you will not be dissapointed!

If you have ever wanted to know what life is like in Ladysmith this podcast is for you!. I interview Rosemarie Barnes on her life and lifestyle as well as her career. This podcast has tons of fun information about things to see and do in the lovely town

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in one of Victorias funkiest neighbourhoods? In this podcast I interview my friend Leslie Hopkins, a long time resident of Fernwood, 25 years to be exact! Together Leslie and I take you on a tour of Fernwood, chatting about community, people, art, history and so much more. We also get to know more about Leslie and the lifestyle she has built living in Fernwood. If you would like to know more about the quirks of Fernwood listen to this podcast!

Meet Jane Johnston. The Host of Vancouver Island Time. Wondering what life is really like on Canada's wild and crazy West Coast? This podcast series is all about the people, the places and Vancouver Island Time. Together we'll explore this island paradise, a combination of ocean city and country living. You will meet the fabulous locals such as the fudge ferry and the chicken lady who have chosen Victoria and Vancouver island as their home and we will learn what makes this place unique and special to those who live here.