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Words Jo Barnes Photos Sarah Hartley Photography It all starts with the eyes. Brentwood Bay artist, Meaghan Crow, certainly takes into account accuracy in proportions, colouring and textures, but what is key for her in doing a pet portrait is the animal’s eyes. “I aim for the feeling coming through when you look at the

Words Paula Young, Former Reading Volunteer Coordinator Photos Wind Gypsy Photography The Sidney Elementary School’s reading program is the vehicle for doing just that. The program, designed to develop literacy, also helps build relationships between students and volunteers and fosters the joy of reading. When people first hear about the reading program, many imagine volunteers

Words Kelly Finerty Photos Wind Gypsy Photography A local non-profit on a mission to care for pets and their humans. Innovative ideas filling an unmet need, defined simply as “acts restoring faith in humanity,” are my favourite. This is certainly the case in the story of two best friends and trailblazing women in healthcare, Priya

Words & Photos Susan Beiderwieden Despite the early hour, the waiting area at YYJ was packed with some excited travellers ready to start their spring break in Mexico. Most, like us, had been up before dawn and were bleary eyed and silent. The departure gate was full of people of all ages, from retirees to