Film Cowichan

Film Cowichan

Set amidst Vancouver Island’s awe-inspiring landscapes and steeped in a rich cultural tapestry, the Cowichan region is evolving into a captivating destination for local and global filmmakers. Film Cowichan, an initiative of Economic Development Cowichan (EDC), is at...
Cowichan Valley Co-Operative Marketplace

Cowichan Valley Co-Operative Marketplace

In the Cowichan Valley, where verdant farmland meets the ocean, a quiet revolution is unfolding. At the heart of this movement is the Cowichan Valley Cooperative Marketplace, affectionately known as the Cow-op—a collective of over 60 active members working together to...
plentiFILL

plentiFILL

As we celebrate Small Business Week, Economic Development Cowichan would like to take this opportunity to shine a spotlight on a new small business owner who is leading the way in the refillery and circular economy movement in Cowichan. British Columbia’s small...
Remedy Eco Design

Remedy Eco Design

Remedy Eco Design is making strides in sustainable agriculture and ecological design in Cowichan through innovative techniques aimed at enhancing the natural ecosystem while promoting agricultural productivity. Founded by Kurtis Howes, the company focuses on creating...
BioFlame Briquettes Ltd.

BioFlame Briquettes Ltd.

Marcus Woernle embodies the essence of a Changemaker, steering innovative pathways toward a more sustainable future in the Cowichan Valley. His journey began at a wood processing tradeshow in Europe, where serendipity introduced him to a biomass briquetting system. At...