We’re startled by a cacophony of colours, a jade green building elbowing its mustard yellow neighbour, a sprawling line of buildings topped with scarlet, gold and navy-blue roofs. Slipping into Malcolm Island’s Rough Bay aboard BC Ferries‘ hybrid-electric Island Aurora, we’ve arrived at the village of Sointula and our eyes are startled. Nudging the waters’ edge, this wonderful jumble of lively buildings is actually just one structure. Built in 1975, the Oceanfront Hotel is a one-off, signalling what we’ve already … Continue reading Living in Harmony