– By Linda Hunter –
Services
Healthy, Wealthy and Wise
In business in Victoria for 60 years, Pearlman Lindholm Lawyers recently opened a branch office in downtown Sidney. As Victoria’s largest full-service law firm, Gordon Benn, the firm’s managing partner, is pleased to be able to service the Peninsula from their new Seaport Place location (opposite the Shaw Ocean Discovery Centre). Be in touch with Gordon and his team at 250-388-4433 and find out more at www.pearlmanlindholm.com.
Susanne Martman is happy to be supporting health and well-being with Body Talk, a safe, non-invasive body/mind therapy that connects with the innate healing wisdom of the body. Operating out of her Deep Cove home, Susanne works with clients to connect and bring about a greater awareness and understanding of the language of our bodies. Lots of great information is available at www.deepcovebodytalk.com or call Susanne at 250-588-9272.
Helping 50+adults live healthier lives in order to age well, Arden Rose of Live Well Seniors Wellness Practitioners provides coaching, guidance and support to help clients achieve their wellness goals. Operating with the Six Pillars of Wellness: Body, Brain, Surroundings, Spiritual, Emotional and Social, Arden helps seniors develop and implement a lifestyle strategy to help them age in the healthiest way. Meet Arden and the Senior Wellness Practitioners at www.seniorswellness.org or call 250-652-8191.
Edward Jones has a new representative in Sidney, at Seaport Place. Ali Nozari, a financial advisor, offers a personal approach to investing and retirement planning, helping clients reach their long-term financial goals. Find out more at www.edwardjones.com.
Cordova Bay Wellness Clinic will soon add to their offerings. At the Mattick’s Farm location for more than nine years, Kevin Matthews, a Registered Massage Therapist, recently completed his Yoga teacher training, a comprehensive and intensive course based on the classical teachings of Ashtanga and Hatha Yoga. Kevin looks forward to adding yoga to the clinic he shares with acupuncturist, Lucy Mei Lee, rounding out a practice dedicated to mind, body and spirit wellness. Open six days a week, discover more at www.cordovabaywellness.com.
Retail
Taking Flight
Travelling this fall? The Victoria Airport unveiled new retail outlets this summer. Breakwater Boutique (pre-security) and Harbour Walk (post-security) focus on travel items, as well as locally-inspired souvenirs, gifts and food, along with duty free offerings in Harbour Walk. Open during flight hours (check website for exact times), the new shops represent the collective efforts of many local suppliers including the builders, Victoria’s Durwest Construction Management (DCM). www.victoriaairport.com/shopping-and-food.
Dining & Groceries
Finding Flavour in Sidney
Expanding dining options in Sidney now include the Sidney Harbour Chinese Buffet Restaurant. Located at the corner of Beacon Avenue and Second Street (formerly Pier One Restaurant), they are open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day and provide lunch and dinner buffets, a dine-in and take-out menu, as well as home delivery. Call 778-426-3888.
Kurtis Francis is the newest Store Manager at Thrifty Foods, Sidney. Open in Sidney since 1985, the store continues to focus on fresh food, friendly service and a strong commitment to community. Store hours at this location are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week.
Business
Celebrating Excellence
The Peninsula Chamber of Commerce celebrates success later this month, with the eighth annual Crystal Awards for Business Excellence, held in the Blue Poppy at the beautiful Butchart Gardens. Tickets are available through the Chamber office by calling 250-656-3616.
