Recognition
A public record of the work
Coverage of the community work, and the milestones behind it.
Covered by
Outlets are listed as plain text. Direct links to specific articles and interviews are collected on the contact page.
Recognition in one view
Proclamation, coverage and community
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Provincial proclamation
August 3 proclaimed Sober Fest Day by the Province of British Columbia in 2024.
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Media coverage
Coverage from Vic News, CHEK News, CTV News, CFBC and Tourism Victoria.
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A festival that grew
SoberFest has grown year over year at Starlight Stadium in Langford.
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Community support
Local businesses, schools, families and volunteers keep the work going.
Milestones
How the work has grown
2004
A career in education begins
Since 2004, I've dedicated my career to education, with experience in social work alongside it.
Classroom
6 years teaching in SD62
Seeing our schools from the inside: the challenges facing teachers, education assistants, students and families.
Community
SoberFest founded
A family-friendly, alcohol-free community festival that brings thousands of people together while raising funds for services in our community.
Community
Rewired Recovery Foundation founded
Working to improve access to services and support for people and families who need them.
2024
Province of BC proclaims August 3 as Sober Fest Day
Provincial recognition of an event built entirely by this community.