The only constant in life is change…
Welcome to Forest & Flos!
Founded in 2015 as The Herb Life, we began by celebrating the feminine cannabis experience and building a community around safe access and destigmatization. Over time, we expanded our focus, embracing health, happiness, love, finance, and holistic living, all while staying true to our roots.
After a three-year break, we’ve returned with renewed energy and purpose. Forest & Flos fosters authentic connections through shared stories and experiences. We believe in exploring life’s challenges with humour and lightness while keeping grounded in what truly matters.
Our community is at the heart of everything we do. We create written, audio, and visual content along with custom apparel and curated products, all aimed at enhancing well-being and sparking joy. We’re here to learn, grow, and heal together, offering a safe space for exploration and connection.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Let's continue to grow, share, and thrive as a community.
Sabrina Walters
Is a dedicated operational organizational professional with a rich 20-year history in the corporate world. In 2020, she made a bold decision to step away from the corporate grind and venture into the world of virtual operational assistance. Guided by her deep passion for helping people, she has honed her skills to provide exceptional project management and support that makes a difference for companies worldwide.
Sabrina’s journey into the virtual assistance realm was fueled by a desire to offer operational excellence and organizational support to businesses of all sizes. This career shift allowed her to break free from the constraints of the traditional workplace, enabling her to offer a more flexible and efficient approach to business support.
Beyond her professional journey, She’s a fervent mental health advocate. Being diagnosed with ADHD and bipolar disorder has given her a unique insight into the importance of understanding and supporting mental health in both the workplace and everyday life. Sabrina is committed to raising awareness, promoting empathy, and fostering a supportive environment for those dealing with similar challenges.
In moments of self-care, you'll find Sabrina immersed in the healing power of music, dancing away to her favorite tunes. Spending quality time with her family, golfing, and traveling are a few more cherished ways she recharges and finds joy. These activities not only bring her personal happiness but also inspire her advocacy work, reminding Sabrina of the importance of balance and well-being in our lives
Charlie Snow
is an experienced and accomplished retailer with over 20 years of experience. For 11 years, she has owned one of the longest-standing smoke shops in Victoria and has 15 years of experience in the Cannabis industry. She has long been a proud personal and corporate citizen of Victoria. She’s actively engaged with the LoJo business committee and has supported events such as Victoria Ska Fest, Dabfest and the Great Canadian Glass Gathering.
In 2016, she came on to Co-Found Her(B) Life. Aiming to connect aspiring individuals in the cannabis industry who had the opportunity to build an industry that redefined the workplace and inspire the next generation of purpose-driven women to be the industry leaders they are.
Her desire to shift Herb Life’s focus came after experiencing a severe bought of stress, anxiety and depression in 2018 through 2020 as a result of burn-out, and she has since found a new passion for working on her mental and physical well-being while creating a connection with those doing the same.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her partner, Mark and their reactive rescue, Matilda. She loves reading, hiking, gardening, creating mosaics, cooking vegan fare, and playing old-school video games on her Nintendo consoles whenever possible.
Ashley Evans
is a communications professional with over 16 years experience (and arguably from the age she could hold a pencil until she entered university as well). Although her childhood dreams never included this career path, her fixation on the written word, communication theory, and etymology began back in elementary school.
She is the author and illustrator of Love is what you are made of and summit 21, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in professional communications from royal roads university, diploma in journalism, print media from SAIT, and tesol certification. she resides on Canada’s beautiful west coast in Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
In 2022 she joined the Forest & Flos team as editor-in-chief after deeply resonating with the shift in focus the platform was taking. She had a lived history of trauma, abuse, and PTSD, and has immersed herself in various healing modalities, including EMDR, CBT, Counselling, somatic therapy, and shadow work. she is passionate about authenticity, debunking the concept of balance, destigmatization, and prioritizing one’s mental and physical health and wellbeing.
When she isn’t writing or reading, she can usually be found trying to learn the ukulele, in the ocean, or on a hike. She enjoys spending time with her two kids and their cat and dog, Raffi and Ruby.
“There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.”
Margaret J. Wheatley