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Words Jesse Holth Photo Janis Jean Laurie White is a former RCMP officer who was shot in the line of duty and had her leg amputated – we spoke about trauma, PTSD and resilience. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your background? I spent my career in the RCMP – in policing, [...]

Words Jo Barnes Photos Autumn Marshall Photography It has been said that Epsom salts in the bath can put you “in the pink.” However, when Epsom salts are used with the dahlias at Havenley Farm, it not only puts them in the pink, it puts them into the purple, orange and burgundy too! Nicki Blakesley

Words Jo Barnes Photos Sarah Hartley Photography He checks the atmospheric conditions of the day, evaluates the lift and loft and works to minimize the drag. But his aerodynamic creation is more at home on the fairway than the runway! Laird White, Director of Golf at Cedar Hill Golf Course, skillfully and creatively crafts golf

Words Pamela Martin Photos Wind Gypsy Photography Every community has people who help set its tone. Some do it from a boardroom, some from a stage, some from a bike seat, a rescue flight, or a quiet conversation over coffee.   Seaside Magazine’s Men We Admire contest was created to recognize local men whose contributions

Words Britt Burnham Photos Sarah Hartley Photography How does a community come to be? It is built – through care, commitment and a shared willingness to serve. When Central Saanich officially became its own municipality 75 years ago, 2,000 people called it home. Residents built the foundations of a growing community while working long hours

Words Jesse Holth & Bennett Gilleland Photo Wind Gypsy Photography Jesse Holth and Bennett Gilleland have been named the Community Poet and Youth Community Poet for the District of Saanich. How and when did you start writing? Jesse: I have always been a writer – throughout childhood I was an avid reader and in high

Words June Murray Dagnall Photos Wind Gypsy Photography On any morning, the quiet rhythm of family life in Steve, Liz, and Millie’s home is gently interrupted by the soft shuffle of paws, the flutter of wings or the curious gaze of a creature just beginning to trust again. For this family, caring for animals is