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Words Richard Hope This time of year is great for a walk up to Phyllis Park in East Victoria. Just off Arbutus Road, Ten Mile Point drops away in front of you and the water opens up. The San Juans sit out to the east, and on a clear afternoon Mount Baker perches majestically on
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Words & Photo McTavish Academy of Art When people think of McTavish Academy of Art, they may picture children heading into art camp, an artist sitting down at an easel or a busy evening of dance, yoga and creative classes. But behind the everyday activity at the Academy is another side of McTavish that many
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Words Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre Back-to-school season means the brain has a big job to do. Between remembering how to do homework, concentrating in class, managing emotions and navigating busy extracurricular schedules, the mental juggling is no joke! Let’s shine a spotlight on an important nutrient to support growing brains
Words Dan Cunningham, Head Chef, The Surly Mermaid Photo Janis Jean I chose squid for my ingredient based on its availability in our oceans and the fact that it’s an oceanwise product. Most people only attribute calamari to its range of dishes, but Humboldt squid is a versatile protein that, if handled correctly, can be
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Words Jackie LaPlante Photos Tanner’s Books Dirtbag Billionaire: How Yvon Chouinard Built Patagonia, Made a Fortune, and Gave It All Away David Gelles Formidable outdoorsman and wildly successful businessman Yvon Chouinard was always uncomfortable with his wealth. His love of climbing inspired the founding of the extremely successful “Patagonia,” yet Chouinard lives an ascetic life,
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Words & Photos Town of Sidney On Wednesday, September 30 starting at 4 p.m., the Sidney community will come together to welcome the 2026 Cops for Cancer Tour de Rock team to town. Everyone is invited to gather at the Sidney Community Safety Building, located at 2245 Oakville Avenue, to cheer on the riders as
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Words June Murray Dagnall Photos Wind Gypsy Photography Some businesses are built around a carefully crafted business plan, while others begin with a single bite. For Jodie, the baker and principal behind Oh My Cheesecake, it was the reaction she heard time and time again that inspired both her business and its unique and unforgettable
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Words & Photo Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation When the Saanich Peninsula Community Foundation (SPCF) awarded its very first grants in 2002, two local organizations each received $475. Fast forward to 2026, and the Foundation distributed more than $70,000 through community grants and donor-directed gifts. While the numbers have grown, one thing has never changed: our
