In this week’s episode, we sit down with a remarkable community member whose life story is one of resilience, humility, and generosity. After enduring the hardships of residential school, he chose a path not defined by bitterness, but by compassion, service, and giving back to others. Known throughout the community for his tireless volunteer work and quiet leadership, he was recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2017 — an honour many feel could not have gone to a more deserving person. This conversation is honest, inspiring, and deeply human, reminding us all of the power of forgiveness, healing, and community spirit.

From Croatia to Port Alberni: A Life of Hospitality Building Community

One Table at a Time

The Legacy of Little Bavaria

A Life of Grace and Hospitality

The Restaurateur Who Welcomed a City

From the Adriatic to Alberni Valley

Most in Port Alberni have never heard of our local university. The university was the brainchild of a fellow who unfortunately was permanently injured on the job - 5 days in back in 1977. He didn't give up and instead he found ways to support injured persons by creating this incredible learning opportunity that now reaches dozens of countries worldwide. Do yourself a favour and listen in to a man that I consider to be a local hero.

Our guest today was instrumental in so many things we now take for granted in Port Alberni. His background work on the Ty Watson house may well be his best accomplishment among so many others. Very impressive yet quiet fellow.

How many people have you met that were once a bouncer and then a realtor? A most interesting fellow and a wonderful interview.

Today's podcast features Jim and Noreen Pelk. Residents of the area since 1989 and contributors to the community ever since. They spent their working careers in the automotive sales industry and also in advocacy efforts through the political world. Enjoy!

Today's chat was held with Freeman of the City - Mr. Kenn Whiteman. Kenn moved to Port Alberni in 1978 some 48 years ago. Since then he's has contributed more to this community than one can imagine. Have a listen to a wonderful man.

It's not often one gets to sit down with the former mayor of a city in his home. But that's what Bob and I did a couple of weeks ago. Wonderful man who continues to give everything he has, and a bit more to Port Alberni. We're all better because of him. Enjoy