by Jo Barnes – There are all kinds of “firsts” for travellers here at Arrivals. Some walking through the gate have just experienced their first airplane ride. Others are first time visitors to this particular airport. And some are visiting the west coast of Canada for the first time. Luggage at her feet, a young […]
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Owner / Publisher Sue Hodgson Chats with Tara Keeping, Founder of Tiger Lily Events You grew up in the family business, a private retirement home named “Keeping House.” You also spent many years abroad as a preschool teacher and flight attendant. How did this background prepare you for your career in event planning? I think
by Deborah Rogers – There’s nothing better than a fresh arrangement to add instant decoration to your house: a centrepiece for the dining table or stunning standalone display for an entrance way or mantle. Nurseries and florists, even the grocery stores, seem to be packed with green arrangements, but perhaps you want to make one
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by Stu Rhodes – We all take for granted many of the amenities we are able to enjoy as a direct result of the good work tradespeople do on a daily basis. At this time of year in particular, we can be grateful for things like a roof over our heads, running water, and well-lit
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by Jo Barnes – It’s time to plan your Christmas Party! It’s fun, festive and … sometimes frustrating. The chance to get your family and friends together for the holiday season is always special, but finding ways to satisfy their broad range of dietary needs can seem overwhelming. “When you do the preparation, there doesn’t
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by Chloe Cross, BMO – A successful investment plan is built on solid fundamentals. The following strategies cover some of these essential elements and can help you avoid some of the common pitfalls of investing. Define Your Goals and Create a Plan. Before you start putting your money to work, identify your financial needs and
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by Gillian Crowley – There’s variety galore during this festive month. Celebrate the arts during the holidays. Music at The Roost A variety of musical entertainment will be presented each weekend this month at The Roost’s Vineyard Bistro. A festive evening out … plus you don’t have to cook! Artists include Brad Prevedoros, Sean McCool,
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by Cassidy Nunn, Nunn Other Photography – While we may not get the extreme cold temperatures and snowy days that much of the rest of Canada and other parts of B.C. experience throughout the winter, Victoria is not without its wet-cold days: those days where the dampness cuts right through the layers and chills to
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by Shauna Dorko, Owner, Sidney SeniorCare – As the holidays approach, we are all reminded of what this special time of year means to us. Whether we celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali or other cultural or religious festivals, it is a magical time to not only observe age-old traditions, but to gather together young and
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by Dr. Kristen Bovee, Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic & Hydrate IV Wellness Centre – Welcome to that time of the year of endless holiday events where there’s always a plethora of celebratory feasts! And if you’re like my family, everyone’s birthday is also in December. As a result, it’s also a challenging time for our digestive
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