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Your West Coast Culture. A magazine about the people and places that make the Saanich Peninsula the little piece of paradise we call home.

Pet Talk – Why Regular Vet Checkups Matter (Even if Your Pet Seems Healthy)

Words Jacqueline Nicoll, K & Co. Marketing Let’s face it: most pets don’t love going to the vet. The moment the carrier comes out or the leash gets clipped in an “unusual” way, pets everywhere activate full drama mode. There’s squirming, suspicious side-eyes, and sometimes, a very specific form of betrayal you can only get [...]

Pet Talk – Why Regular Vet Checkups Matter (Even if Your Pet Seems Healthy)

Well Read – We’ll Read and We’ll Roar

Words Jackie LaPlante The Maritime provinces of Canada produce admirable numbers of award-winning authors – not to mention comedians and musicians. The cultural voice of the region is distinct, as the Irish and Celtic heritages of many residents influence the accent and music. The region has often been seen as politically under-regarded, and suffers harsh

Well Read – We’ll Read and We’ll Roar

On Design – The New Era of Holiday Home Décor: How 2025’s Christmas Trends Mix Nostalgia with Imagination

Words Brittany Bazin, Brittany Bazin Interiors The holidays in 2025 are all about intentional warmth and effortless style. This year, decorating is less about matching sets and more about creating a home that feels personal, cozy and beautifully layered. From rich, moody tones and plush textures to natural greenery and playful accents, the season’s trends

On Design – The New Era of Holiday Home Décor: How 2025’s Christmas Trends Mix Nostalgia with Imagination

From the Kitchen – Fabulously French

Words Joan Saunders Photos Sarah Hartley Photography I may be biased, but when I hear a recipe said with its traditional French name, it just sounds more impressive. Take, for example, Coq au Vin; it’s a dish that was created to make the tough meat of a rooster more palatable. Simply put, the name just

From the Kitchen – Fabulously French

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