Cari Burdett

Does your child enjoy music—singing, moving, or experimenting with sound? From the earliest years, children are naturally drawn to rhythm and melody. Music and song are not only fun, but also a powerful way to nurture joy, confidence, and connection. Singing as Connection When parents sing with their children, something magical happens. Children feel comforted […]

In Hul’q’umi’num, Nutsa’maat Sqwalawun means “One Heart, One Mind.” It’s more than just a name — it’s a living invitation to meet on the bridge between cultures, to listen deeply, and to move forward together. On September 26, 2025, the Cowichan Performing Arts Centre will host a free community event that embodies this spirit. Nutsa’maat

There is something deeply human about singing together. Beyond performance or perfection, communal singing fosters connection, healing, and a sense of belonging. This summer, Forest of Voices – A Song Circle Gathering invites people of all ages and singing experience to Salt Spring Island for a joyful weekend of shared song and heartfelt community. Taking place August 30

Over the past ten years, I have immersed myself in “dirt time”—by the fireside, traveling to ancestral lands, and attuning to the cycles of nature. These experiences have been my teachers, deepening my understanding of the interwoven seasonal and life cycles that shape my existence. As the wheel turns, I am refining my offerings of

Menopause is a transformative phase in a woman’s life, yet it is often misunderstood or minimized. However, this transition holds immense spiritual and creative potential, offering an opportunity to tap into new wisdom and strength. As Sharon Blackie writes in Hagitude, many traditional cultures viewed menopause as a time of great power. Lakota elder Paula

For the past decade, I have embarked on a journey to uncover my ancestral roots, guided by local Indigenous elders in the Cowichan Valley, who taught me to honour my heritage with respect. A few summers ago, I traveled to Ireland to connect with my Irish lineage, immersing myself in Celtic mysticism and ancient Gaelic