Photos by Janis Jean Photography -  The lead-up to Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year for many – myself included! With Christmas gift-giving on our minds, we’re fortunate on the Saanich Peninsula to have so many inspiring and distinctive shopping options to peruse when looking for something that's just right for a …

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by Ashley Stelck and Patricia Pearson, Owners of Hansell & Halkett Vintage Home Decor Photos by Janis Jean Photography -  Setting the table for your holiday meal is a great way to really let your holiday theme shine. The table will be the place where there’s that pinnacle moment of the holiday season. Toasts will …

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by Sue Hodgson -  This jolly old man, Santa Al on our cover (and on pg 29), who brings presents to good boys and girls around the world, could really be considered as real as Superman in that he may not be a live person, but his influence is felt across the globe. And just …

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