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by Sheila Molloy - The District of North Saanich is home to 29 local parks and 34 km of trails that weave through and around the entire community. The commitment to connecting green spaces is special to the entire Peninsula and North Saanich especially is spoiled for choices: from trails through small woods, hilltop views, quiet [...]

by Cassidy Nunn | photo by Nunn Other Photography -  Watching Brooklyn Rae Greig work two horses at liberty – loose in a large sand arena, with no halters or tack on – it's clear to see the connection she has with horses. They flicker their ears back and forth, watching her every movement and

by Chloe Cross, BA, PFP - Financial Planner, BMO Financial Group, Sidney - Beginning a dedicated education savings plan while your children are still young helps ensure you have the funds necessary when they begin their post-secondary studies. While your RESP contributions are not tax deductible, the funds grow tax-deferred inside the plan and are

by Tina Kelly -  Travelling down Green Street isn't always a smooth trip: the route can bend and curve, and can at times feel like you're going in reverse. What can help you successfully navigate the way? Having passengers along for the ride and books, maps and other resources at your disposal. Somewhere in my

by Jo Barnes | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography -  Walking along the oceanfront, we often observe the carefree grace of the arbutus tree. But who knew that within these languid limbs was a severe case of tree tension? Bob Pederson, North Saanich woodturner, who is busy creating wooden Christmas ornaments and gifts, knows well

by Jo Barnes | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography - For 25 years she helped people get their best smile.Now it's her business that puts a smile on the faces of the people she meets! As a former certified dental assistant, Joan Fleming, of Saanichton Christmas Tree Farm, worked hard toward client health and happiness, and

by Glenn C. Jim - In my last column I mentioned the understanding of the land when it "tells" us to do something and to follow the traditional teachings of respecting our lands and taking care of our TETÁĆES (relatives of the deep). Today, I would like to share our understanding of the W̱SÁNEĆ seasons. As