Everything is Connected
Sodium-ion batteries are moving from the laboratory into real-world energy storage. Could they become part of our homes, neighbourhoods and community energy systems?
We’re entering an era of multiple battery chemistries, each suited to different jobs Read More »
Air quality is often treated as something abstract—until wildfire smoke rolls in, unusual odours appear, or questions arise about industrial activity, seasonal conditions, or public health.
Why Air Quality Changes — and Why It Matters Read More »
At the Repair Café, you don’t have to simply hand something over and wait. Watch the repair, lend a hand, ask questions, and learn how things work. If you’d like to try the repair yourself, our volunteers can help guide you.
A recent water main repair prompted an important question: Who is responsible for Diamond Valley’s water system? This article explores the difference between governance and day-to-day operations, helping residents better understand how one of our community’s most important services is managed.
Water Season 2026 Part 6: Who Looks After Diamond Valley’s Water System? Read More »
Over the next few days I’ll be building the next piece of my home rainwater system—not in a laboratory, but in my own backyard.
From Rainwater… to Living Water Read More »
More people are asking questions, sharing ideas, and reaching out to become involved. That’s exactly how meaningful community change begins.
Sustainable Life Newsletter – July 31, 2026 Read More »
Organics A sustainable community isn’t built from projects. It’s built from connected systems where one person’s output becomes another person’s opportunity. In Diamond Valley, the question isn’t whether we care about waste — it’s what we do with it here, together. And right now, students and makers are proving something powerful: the most valuable materials
From Food Scraps to Local Startups: Diamond Valley’s Organics Circular Economy Read More »
Many of today’s biggest challenges aren’t isolated problems—they’re connected. This article introduces systems thinking and explores why understanding those connections may be the key to building stronger, more resilient communities.
Why Systems Thinking May Be the Most Important Skill of the 21st Century Read More »
Looking Beyond Today’s Decisions July’s Council meeting was the final meeting held in the current Council Chambers before the Town begins another chapter of amalgamation by relocating to its new facilities. In many ways, the meeting reflected that same theme—moving forward while continuing to make decisions that will shape Diamond Valley for many years. Several
Diamond Valley Council Watch – July 15, 2026 Read More »
After all the recent rain, I noticed someone in our community asking where they could find the current flow rate for the Sheep River before taking their kids swimming. I thought it was such a good question that it deserved its own post. The first photograph below was taken during a previous high-water event. Overnight,
Before You Head to the Sheep River… Check This First Read More »